Honda NX500 Owner's Manual page 64

THROTTLE OPERATION
(Refer to the maintenance precautions on
page 46).
Cable Inspe ction :
Check for smooth rotation of the throttle
grip from the fully open to the fully closed
in all steering positions . Inspect the
condition of the throttle cables from the
throttle grip
down to the carburetor. If the
cables are kinked, chafed or improperly
routed, they should be replaced or
rerouted .
Check the cables for tension or stress at
all steering position. Lubricate the
throttle cables with a commercially
available ca ble lubricant to prevent
premature wear and corrosion.
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For safe operation and positive
engine response, the throttle
cable must be properly adjusted.
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