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TUNING THE ENGINE
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17.2
Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
M00452-10
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
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Push back sleeve
.
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Loosen lock nut
.
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable by turning adjusting screw
.
Guideline
Throttle cable play
3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
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Tighten lock nut
.
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Slide on sleeve
.
17.3
Checking the clutch lever play
L02111-11
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Check the clutch lever for smooth operation.
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Pull the clutch lever until resistance
is perceptible, and determine the play in the clutch lever
.
Clutch lever play
1… 3 mm (0.04… 0.12 in)
» If the clutch lever play does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the clutch cable play.
Note
Clutch damage
If there is no play on the clutch lever, the clutch will begin to slip.
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Before operating the motorcycle, always check the clutch lever play.
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Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The clutch lever play must not change.