KTM 500 EXC SIX DAYS US, Owner'S Manual

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17 TUNING THE ENGINE
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17.1 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 ascertain play

in the throttle cable.
Play in throttle cable 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable. ( p. 101)
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result
in unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
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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. ( p. 101)
17.2 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. ( p. 62)
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Remove the fuel tank. ( p. 66)
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Check throttle cable routing. ( p. 73)
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Main work
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Detach rubber strap  .
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Hang activated charcoal filter

to the side.
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
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Push back sleeves

.
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Loosen nut

. Turn adjusting screw

in as far as possible.
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Loosen nut  . Turn adjusting screw  so that there is play in the throttle cable
at the throttle grip.
Guideline
Play in throttle cable 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
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Tighten nut

.
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Press and hold the throttle grip in the closed setting. Turn adjusting screw

out
until there is no play in throttle cable

.
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Tighten nut

.
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Slide on sleeves

. Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.