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2-14 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Periodic Maintenance Procedures Fuel System
Throttle Lever Free Play Inspection
Check that the throttle lever [A] moves smoothly from full open to close, and the throttle closes quickly and completely in all steering positions by the return spring If the throttle lever does not return properly, check the throttle cable routing, lever free play, and cable damageThen lubricate the throttle cable Run the engine at the idle speed, and turn the handlebar all the way to the right and left to ensure that the idle speed does not changeIf the idle speed increases, check the throttle lever free play and the cable routing Stop the engine and check the throttle lever free play [B]If the free play is not within the specified range, adjust the cable
Throttle Lever Free Play Standard:mm (0.080.12 in
Throttle Lever Free Play Adjustment
Remove the handle cover (see Multifunction Meter Unit Removal in the Electrical System chapter) Slide the rubber cover off the adjuster at the throttle case Loosen the locknut [A] and turn the throttle cable upper adjuster [B] until the cable has proper amount of play Tighten the locknut and reinstall the rubber cover