MAINTENANCE Throttle Pedal Inspection 3. Squeeze the end of the rubber boot and slide it far enough to expose the end of the inline cable adjuster. If the throttle pedal has excessive play due to cable stretch or cable misadjustment, it will cause a delay in throttle speed. Also, the throttle may not open fully. If the throttle pedal has no play, the throttle may be hard to control, and the idle speed may be erratic. Boot Adjuster Lock Nut 4. Loosen the adjuster lock nut. 5. Rotate the boot to turn the adjuster until 1/16" to 1/8" (1.5 - 3 mm) of freeplay is achieved at the throttle pedal. Throttle Pedal NOTE: While adjusting, lightly flip the throttle pedal up and down. 6.
Tighten the lock nut. 7. Squeeze the end of the rubber boot and slide it over the cable adjuster to its original position. Check the throttle pedal play periodically in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart and adjust the play if necessary. Throttle Freeplay Adjustment Air Filter Service Inspection It is recommended that the air filter be inspected as part of pre-ride inspection. When riding in extremely dusty conditions, apply grease to the seal under the air box cap. In extremely dusty conditions, air filter replacement will be required more often. 1. Place the transmission in the P (Park) position. 2. Start the engine, and warm it up thoroughly. 3.
Measure the distance the throttle pedal moves before the engine begins to pick up speed. Free play should be 1/16” - 1/8” (1.5 - 3 mm). The filter should be inspected using the following procedure. Adjustment Removal 1. Remove the seat and rear service panel. 2. Locate the throttle cable adjuster just above the PVT cover. 1. The air box is located just above the rear LH wheel in the wheel well area. 2. Unlatch the (2) clips and remove the air box cap. Inspect the seal. It should adhere tightly to the cover and seal all the way around. Throttle Cable Adjuster Air Box Location 2.12