Removal/disassembly
1. See Figure 2-28. Loosen cable adjuster jam nuts (1). Screw throttle cable adjuster until it is a short as possible.
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Figure 2-28. Handlebar throttle control: 1. Adjuster jam nuts; 2. Inserts
2. Remove screws that hold handlebar housing together to separate the upper and lower housings.
3. Use a screwdriver to rotate cable ferrules in throttle grip notches. Remove cables from notches on inboard side of throttle grip and remove cables from throttle grip and lower housing.
4. Remove airbox. See 1.4 Airbox and air filter.
5. Remove throttle cable housings from guides at throttle body and remove cable barrels from throttle cam.
6. See Figure 2-29. Pull cables from housing by placing a drop of oil on retaining ring that holds cable in housing, then firmly pull bent tubing portion of cable out of housing using a rocking motion.
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Figure 2-29. Throttle cable attachment: 1. Throttle grip; 2. Ferrule; 3. Groove; 4. Idle cable (gold insert, rear hole)
Cleaning and inspection
Warning! Low pressure compressed air can blow debris into your face and eyes. Always wear eye protection and a face shield when using pressurized air. Failure to take adequate safety precautions could result in death or serious injury.
1. Wash all components in non-flammable cleaning solvent. Blow parts dry with low pressure compressed air.
2. Replace control cables if frayed, kinked or bent.
3. Put one or two drops of oil into housing of each cable.