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17.1 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 and forth
to ascertain 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. 158)
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 ventilation,
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 steer-
ing range.
The idle speed must not change.
» If the idle speed changes:
– Check the throttle cable routing.
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