17 TUNING THE ENGINE
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17.2
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Checking the play in the throttle cable
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Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
Info
If the correct routing of the throttle cables has already been secured, the fuel tank does not need to be
removed.
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Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Turn the
throttle grip back and forth slightly and determine the play in
A
throttle cable
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Play in throttle cable
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If the throttle cable play does not meet the specified
value:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
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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.
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If the cold start button does not return to its original posi-
tion:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and
inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and
death.
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Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
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Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
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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.
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If the idle speed changes:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
Preparatory work
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Remove the air filter box cover. (
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Remove the seat. (
p. 67)
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Remove the right side cover. (
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Remove the fuel tank.
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
3 ... 5 mm (0.12 ... 0.2 in)
(
p. 124)
(
p. 124)
(
p. 124)
p. 69)
p. 71)
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p. 76)
p. 85)