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THROTTLE CONTROL 2.16
REMOVAL/DISASSEMBLY
1. See Figure 2-61. Slide rubber boot off the cable adjust-
ers. Loosen cable adjuster lock on each adjuster.
2. Turn adjusters (4) in direction which will shorten cable
housings to minimum length providing freeplay in both
cables.
3. See Figure 2-62. Remove two screws on front housing.
Separate housings from handlebar.
4. Remove cables from notches in housings.
5. See Figure 2-62. Unhook ferrules from cable wheel.
6. Remove fuel tank assembly. See 4.2 FUEL TANK
COVER/FUEL TANK .
7. Cut cable ties along frame.
8. Remove throttle cable clamp.
9. Remove cables from throttle.
10. Carefully note the routing of the cables through/around
the forks, along the frame backbone and front/rear of
handlebars.
11. Pull cables toward the rear.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
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WARNING
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WARNING
Compressed air can pierce the skin and flying debris from
compressed air could cause serious eye injury. Wear
safety glasses when working with compressed air. Never
use your hand to check for air leaks or to determine air
flow rates. (00061a)
Clean all parts in a non-flammable cleaning solvent. Blow dry
with compressed air. Replace cables if frayed, kinked or bent.
ASSEMBLY/INSTALLATION
1. Route cables as noted in step number 10.
2. Connect cables at carburetor.
3. Attach throttle cable clamp. Use LOCTITE 222 (purple)
on screw.
4. See Figure 2-62. Position ferrules on cable wheel.
5. Insert idle control into front switch housing.
6. Slide switch housing over throttle.
7. Insert throttle cable into front switch housing.
8. Attach rear switch housing and position housings on
right handlebar by engaging locating pin on front housing
with hole in handlebar. Attach housings with two screws,
installing longer screw on bottom. Tighten to 12-17 in-
lbs (1-2 Nm).
9. Adjust cables. See 1.19 THROTTLE CABLES.
10. Install fuel tank. See 4.2 FUEL TANK COVER/FUEL
TANK.
Figure 2-61. Throttle Control Cables
Figure 2-62. Cable Connections
1. Rubber boot
2. Throttle control cable
3. Idle control cable
4. Cable adjuster
5. Cable adjuster lock
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4
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1. Screw (short, top)
2. Cable adjusters (2)
3. Idle control cable
4. Throttle control cable with molded end
5. Front housing
6. Screw (long, bottom)
7. Ferrules
8. Cable wheel
9. Rear housing
10. Locating pin
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