KTM 65 SX 2020, Owner'S Manual, Page: 90 / 119

15 TUNING THE ENGINE
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15.1 Checking throttle cable play
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Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Turn the
throttle grip back and forth slightly and determine the play in
throttle cable
A
.
Throttle cable play 3 … 5 mm (0.12 … 0.2 in)
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the throttle cable play. ( p. 88)
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing 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 effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
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Start the engine and let it run at idle speed. Move the handle-
bar 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 throttle cable play. ( p. 88)
15.2 Adjusting the throttle cable play
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. ( p. 49)
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Turn the knurled screw on the fuel tap all the way clockwise.
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Remove the fuel tank. ( p. 53)
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Check the throttle cable routing. ( p. 60)
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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
.