Tuning The Engine; Checking The Play In The Throttle Cable; Cable - KTM F8101S5 Owner's Manual

16 TUNING THE ENGINE

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16.2
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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 .
Throttle cable play
» 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.
» 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 inhal-
ing 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 an effective exhaust extraction system when
starting or running the engine in an enclosed
space.
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Start the engine and let it run idle. Move the handlebar to and
fro over the entire steering range.
The idle speed must not change.
» If the idle speed changes:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. ( p. 63)
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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. 108)
( p. 108)
( p. 108)
( p. 69)
p. 78)