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Throttle return spring

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Spotman, Jun 4, 2013.

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    Spotman New Member

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    Just bought a '91 XJ600. Nice bike, runs very well, but the throttle is very heavy. It returns well so I don't think there's a problem with the cable or the grip so it must be the throttle return spring.

    Before I start ripping things to pieces, can anyone tell me if the throttle return spring is adjustable?
     
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    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    There isn't just one.

    There are throttle return springs on each individual carburetor's linkage; they work together.
     
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    !

    I take it there's no adjustment then :-(
     
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    Nope. I'd start by lubricating the cable and ensuring it's routed "gracefully" then maybe pop the throttle barrel off the handlebar and clean/lube that plus the throttle assembly (at the bar) itself.
     
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    Yeah, gonna do that anyway. Just waiting for the cable oiler to arrive in the post. Not sure what route the cable should take - I've come across that situation before - can't remember which bike. Got a Haynes manual on order as well - hopefully that'll show it.
     
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    Finally got round to applying oil to the cable yesterday. Much better now. Many thanks for your help bigfitz52
     
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