ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE PLAY
ENGINE
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE
PLAY
NOTE:
Prior to adjusting the throttle cable free play,
the engine idling speed should be adjusted
properly.
1. Measure:
• throttle cable free play a
Out of specification → Adjust.
Throttle cable free play
(at the flange of the throttle grip)
3 ~ 5 mm (0.12 ~ 0.20 in)
2. Adjust:
• throttle cable free play
Carburetor side
a. Loosen the locknut 1.
b. Turn the adjusting nut 2 in direction a or
b until the specified throttle cable free play
is obtained.
Direction a
Direction b
c. Tighten the locknut.
NOTE:
If the specified throttle cable free play cannot
be obtained on the carburetor side of the
cable, use the adjusting nut on the handlebar
side.
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CHK
ADJ
Throttle cable free play is
increased.
Throttle cable free play is
decreased.