MAINTENANCE IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT 3. Tighten locknut and slide boots over cable adjuster until they touch at the middle point of the adjuster. 4. With engine running, turn the handlebars from full left to full right with transmission in neutral. Engine RPM should not change and the engine should not die. If either of these occur, return to the first step. 1. Start engine and warm it up thoroughly. CV Carburetor THROTTLE OPERATION To remove the ETC cover: 1. Use a medium flat blade screwdriver and insert blade into the pockets of the cover starting on the #1 position. Idle Screw Idle Speed: 2 3 1300 100 RPM 1 2.
Adjust idle speed by turning the idle adjustment screw in (clockwise) to increase or out (counterclockwise) to decrease RPM. (Refer to Ill. at right). NOTE: Adjusting the idle speed affects throttle cable freeplay and electronic throttle control (ETC) adjustment. Always check throttle cable freeplay after adjusting idle speed and adjust if necessary. 4 6 5 2. Twist screwdriver slightly while lifting on the cover to release snap. 3. Repeat procedure at the other five locations as shown. NOTE: Do not attempt to remove cover until all latch points are released. Check for smooth throttle opening and closing in all handlebar positions.
Throttle lever operation should be smooth and lever must return freely without binding. Replace the throttle cable if worn, kinked, or damaged. ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC SWITCH)/ THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT 1. Slide the boots off inline cable adjuster sleeve. Loosen adjuster locknut. 2. With handlebars centered and wheels pointing forward, turn adjuster sleeve until 1/16 - 1/8 freeplay is achieved at the thumb lever. After making any adjustment, “flip” the lever slightly to confirm adjustment. Boot Lock- nut Boot Adjuster Sleeve NOTE: When replacing the cover, check for correct placement of cover O-ring. Direction of travel 1/16 - 1/8 Freeplay 2.11