Checking Throttle Cable Route; Checking The Play In The Throttle Cable - KTM 250 EXC-F EU 2010 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Checking throttle cable route

13.38

Checking the play in the throttle cable

13.39
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Position the handlebars.
Info
Make sure cables and wiring are positioned correctly.
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Position the handlebar clamps. Fit and evenly tighten the four screws
Guideline
Screw, handlebar clamp
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Make sure the gap width is even.
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The two throttle cables must run parallel behind the handlebar down to the frame.
They must be routed directly to the right of the frame above the tank bracket
towards the carburetor.
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the throttle grip back-
wards and forwards to ascertain the play in the throttle cable.
Play in throttle cable
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may
result in unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
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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.
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M8 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
3... 5 mm (0.12... 0.2 in)
( p. 56)
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( p. 56)
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