KTM Freeride 250 R EU, 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. Turn the throttle grip back and
forth slightly and determine the play in throttle cable

.
Throttle cable play 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. ( p. 83)
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. 83)
17.2 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
Preparatory work
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Fold the seat up. ( p. 46)
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Remove the fuel tank. ( p. 49)
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Check the throttle cable routing. ( p. 55)
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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  .
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Ensure that the throttle cable sleeve is pushed fully into adjusting screw

.
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Loosen nut

.
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Turn adjusting screw

so that there is play

in the throttle cable at the throt-
tle grip.
Guideline
Throttle cable play 2… 3 mm (0.08… 0.12 in)
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Tighten nut

.
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Slide on sleeve  .
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Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
Finishing work
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Check the play in the throttle cable. ( p. 83)
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Install the fuel tank. ( p. 50)
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Lock the seat. ( p. 46)