SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS
Part. N. 8000 B0148 (02-2008) D.9
Throttle cable adjustment
To check the correct adjustment of the throttle operate as follows:
- remove the upper rubber cap (1);
- by moving cable (2) back and forth check for 2 mm (0.08 in.) clearance;
- should the clearance be incorrect, unblock the counter ring-nut (3) and turn the
adjusting screw (4) (by unscrewing it, the clearance is reduced, while by screw-
ing screw (4) it is increased);
- tighten the counter ring-nut again (3).
: Operation with damaged throttle cable could result in an unsafe riding
condition
: Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Never run the
engine in a closed area or in a confined area.
SMR 450-R
1
3
4
2
SMR 450-R
3
B
In case of throttle control cables (1) and (2) replacement it is necessary to respect,
during reassembly, the measure Á (10mm/0.4 in.), as shown in the picture. Then
reassemble guard cover (B) using screw (3) and adjust throttle control cables on
handlebar. To replace throttle control cables, first remove tha fuel tank as shown
on page E.23.