MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 56
13.40Adjusting the play in the throttle cable x
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Dismount the fuel tank. x ( p. 77)
– Check throttle cable route. ( p. 55)
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– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
– Push back bellows .
– Loosen nut . Turn adjusting screw in as far as possible.
– Loosen nut . Turn adjusting screw so that there is play in the gas throttle
cable at the throttle grip.
Guideline
Play in throttle cable 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
– Tighten nut .
– Press and hold the throttle grip in the closed setting. Turn adjusting screw out
until there is no play in the throttle cable .
– Tighten nut .
– Push bellows on. Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
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Install the fuel tank. x ( p. 78)
– Check the play in the throttle cable. ( p. 55)
13.41Checking for chain dirt accumulation
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– Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
» If the chain is very dirty:
– Clean the chain. ( p. 56)
13.42Cleaning the chain
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip.
– Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
– Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
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– Clean the chain regularly and then treat with chain spray.
Chain cleaner ( p. 117)
Off-road chain spray ( p. 117)
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