MAINTENANCE
Remove the two bolts and pull
up
the battery box
(page 7-6).
Check the fuel hose
[1]
for deterioration, damage or
leakage.
Also, check the fuel hose fittings
[2]
for leakage.
Replace the fuel hose if necessary.
Install the battery box (page 7-7).
THROTTLE 0 RATION
3-6
NOTE:
• Reusing a damaged or abnormally bent or kinked
throttle cable
can
prevent proper throttle valve
operation and may lead
to
a loss of throttle control
while riding.
Check for any deterioration or damage
to
the throttle
cable. Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
Check that the throttle opens
and
automatically closes
in
all
steering positions.
If the throttle grip does not return properly, overhaul
and
lubricate the throttle grip housing.
If the throttle grip still does not return properly, replace
the throttle cable.
With the engine idling, turn the handlebar
all
the way
to
the right and left
to
ensure that the idle speed does not
change. If idle speed increases, check the throttle grip
freeplay and throttle cable routing.
Measure the throttle grip freeplay
at
the throttle grip
flange.
FREEPLAY:2 - 6 mm
(0.1
- 0.2 in)
'13 model: Throttle grip freeplay
can
be
adjusted by turning the
adjuster
[1].
Loosen the lock nut
[2]
and
turn the adjusting nut
as
required.
Tighten the lock nut.
Recheck the throttle operation.