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16.1 Checking throttle cable play
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– Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Turn the
throttle grip back and forth slightly and determine the play in
throttle cable
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Throttle cable play 3 … 5 mm (0.12 … 0.2 in)
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the throttle cable play. ( p. 118)
– Push the cold start button in all the way.
When the throttle grip is turned forward, the cold start but-
ton returns to its original position.
» If the cold start button does not return to its original posi-
tion:
– Adjust the throttle cable play. ( p. 118)
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
– Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
– Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
– Start the engine and let it run at idle speed. Move the handle-
bar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The idle speed must not change.
» If the idle speed changes:
– Adjust the throttle cable play. ( p. 118)
16.2 Adjusting the throttle cable play
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If the correct routing of the throttle cables has already been secured, the fuel tank does not need to be
removed.
Preparatory work
– Remove the seat. ( p. 69)
– Remove the fuel tank. ( p. 76)
– Check throttle cable routing. ( p. 85)