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16.2 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
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– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
–
Push back sleeve
1
.
–
Loosen lock nut
2
.
–
Adjust the play in the throttle cable by turning adjusting screw
3
.
Guideline
Throttle cable play 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
–
Tighten lock nut
2
.
–
Slide on sleeve
1
.
16.3 Checking the clutch lever play
Note
Clutch damage If there is no play on the clutch lever, the clutch will begin to slip.
– Before operating the motorcycle, always check the clutch lever play.
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– Check the clutch lever for smooth operation.
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
– Pull the clutch lever until resistance is perceptible, and determine the play in the
clutch lever
A
.
Clutch lever play
A
1… 3 mm (0.04… 0.12 in)
» If the clutch lever play does not meet the specified value:
– Adjust play in the clutch lever. ( p. 144)
– Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
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