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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Turn the handlebar as far as possible to the right. Move the
throttle grip backwards and forwards to ascertain the 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 the specified value:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
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 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.
17.2
Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
Info
If the correct routing of the throttle cable has already been secured, the fuel tank does not need to be
removed.
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. (
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Remove the fuel tank.
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Check throttle cable routing. (