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Main work
– Check the routing of the throttle cable.
Both throttle cables must be routed side by side, downward behind the handle-
bars and between the air filter box and frame to the throttle valve body.
» If the throttle cable is not routed as specified:
– Correct the routing of the throttle cable.
Finishing work
– Mount the side cover. ( p. 60)
– Mount the seat. ( p. 60)
7.4 Checking the play in the throttle cable
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– Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the throttle grip back-
wards and forwards to ascertain the play in the throttle cable.
Throttle cable play 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the play in the throttle cable. ( p. 30)
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result
in unconsciousness and/or death.
– 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.
– 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:
– Adjust the play in the throttle cable. ( p. 30)
7.5 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
Preparatory work
– Remove the seat. ( p. 59)
– Take off the side cover. ( p. 60)
– Check the routing of the throttle cable. ( p. 29)
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Main work
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
– Use the KTM diagnostics tool to set the motor drive to the basic position.
– Loosen counter nut 1.
– Set the play in the throttle cable by turning the adjusting screw 2.
Guideline
Throttle cable play 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)