Maintenance and Adjustment
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authorized Triumph dealer. However, in
an emergency, throttle adjustment may
be made as follows:
Adjustment
1.
Opening cable
2.
Rubber cover
3.
Opening cable adjuster
4.
Lock nut
5.
Opening cable - free play
measurement point
To adjust the cable free play, slide the
rubber boot to allow access to the
adjuster.
Loosen the lock nut on the opening
cable adjuster.
Rotate the opening cable adjuster at the
twist grip end to give 0.08 - 0.12 in
(2 - 3 mm) of play at the twist grip.
Tighten the lock nut to
22.5 lbf in
(2.5 Nm)
.
Reinstall the rubber cover.
Check that the throttle opens smoothly,
without undue force and that it closes
without sticking.
Ride carefully to your nearest
authorized Triumph dealer and have
them check the throttle system
thoroughly before riding again.
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Warning
Ensure that the adjuster lock nuts are
tightened, as a loose lock nut could
result in a sticking throttle.
An incorrectly adjusted, sticking or
stuck throttle can lead to loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
