
16
TUNING THE ENGINE
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16.1
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-
wards 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 specifications:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
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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.
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16.2
Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
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Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. (
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Remove the fuel tank.
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
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Main work
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
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Detach rubber band
1
at the top.
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Remove fuel vapor container
2
.
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Push back sleeves
3
.
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Loosen nut
4
. Fully screw in adjusting screw
5
.
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Loosen nut
6
. Turn adjusting screw
7
to create 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
6
.
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Press the throttle grip into the fully closed position and hold it there. Unscrew
adjusting screw
5
until there is no more play in cable
8
.
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Tighten nut
4
.
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Slide on sleeves
3
. Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
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Position fuel vapor container
2
.
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Mount rubber band
1
.