15 TUNING THE ENGINE
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15.1 Checking the installation position of the throttle grip
Warning
Danger of accidents The throttle cable may slip out of the guide if the throttle grip installation position is
incorrect.
The throttle slide will then no longer be closed and the speed can no longer be controlled.
– Make sure that installation position of the throttle grip complies with the specification.
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– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
– Check the installation position of the throttle grip.
Adjustment angle
A
, throt-
tle grip
35°
» If the adjustment angle does not meet specifications:
– Correct throttle grip installation position.
Guideline
Screw, throttle
grip
M6 4.5 Nm
(3.32 lbf ft)
15.2 Checking throttle cable play
Preparatory work
– Check the installation position of the throttle grip. ( p. 98)
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Main work
– 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
A
.
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. 99)
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. 99)
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