17 Tuning The Engine; Checking Throttle Cable Play - KTM RC 125 2019 Owner's Manual

17 TUNING THE ENGINE

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Checking throttle cable play

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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
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throttle cable .
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Throttle cable play
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the throttle cable play.
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 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.
» If the idle speed changes:
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Check the throttle cable routing.
3 ... 5 mm (0.12 ... 0.2 in)
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