16 TUNING THE ENGINE
16.1
16.2
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Checking throttle cable play
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Adjusting the throttle cable play
Info
If the correct routing of the throttle cable has already been secured, the fuel tank does not need to be
removed.
V01684-10
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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
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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.
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If the idle speed changes:
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Adjust the throttle cable play.
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. (
p. 59)
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Remove the fuel tank.
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
Main work
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
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1
Push back sleeve
.
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2
Loosen nut
.
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3
Turn adjusting screw
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4
Loosen nut
.
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5
Turn adjusting screw
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3
Turn adjusting screw
so that there is play in the throttle
cable at the throttle grip.
Guideline
Throttle cable play
2 ... 3 mm (0.08 ...
0.12 in)
(
p. 108)
(
p. 108)
(
p. 65)
p. 74)
in as far as possible.
in as far as possible.
2 ... 3 mm (0.08 ...
0.12 in)