
16 TUNING THE ENGINE
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16.1
Checking the play in the throttle cable
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Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the
throttle grip back and forth slightly to determine the play in
throttle cable
A
.
Play in throttle cable
2 … 3 mm (0.08 … 0.12 in)
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
Danger
Danger of poisoning
Exhaust gases are toxic and
inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and
death.
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Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
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Use an effective exhaust extraction system when
starting or running the engine in an enclosed
space.
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Start the engine and let it run idle. Move the handlebar to and
fro over the entire steering range.
The idle speed must not change.
» If the idle speed changes:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
16.2
Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
Preparatory work
(TC 250)
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Turn the tap handle of the fuel tap to the
OFF
position.
(TX 300)
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Turn the tap handle of the fuel tap to the
OFF
position.
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Remove the air filter box cover. (
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Remove the seat. (
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Remove the right side cover. (
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Remove the fuel tank.
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
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Main work
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
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Push back sleeve
1
.
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Ensure that the throttle cable sleeve is pushed all the way
into barrel adjuster
2
.
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Loosen nut
3
.