17 TUNING THE ENGINE
17.1
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
.
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.
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.
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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 seat. (
p. 67)
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Remove the engine guard. (
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Remove side cover. (
p. 86)
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Remove front right fuel tank.
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
3 ... 5 mm (0.12 ... 0.2 in)
(
p. 118)
(
p. 118)
p. 88)
(
p. 73)
p. 82)