Harley Davidson Sportster models 2011. Service manual — page 5

THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE INSPECTION AND LUBRICATION

1. See Figure 1-83. Remove two screws (1) to separate the upper handlebar housing from the lower housing.

2. Unhook each ferrule and cable from the throttle grip and remove the throttle sleeve.

3. Inspect each cable. Replace cable assembly if cable is frayed or kinked.

4. Inspect entire cable outer sheath from throttle grip to induction module for damage. Replace if necessary.

5. Apply a light coat of graphite to the handlebar and replace throttle grip.

6. Pour one or two drops of HARLEY LUBE (Part No. 94968-09) into the housing of each cable.

7. Assemble handlebar housing. Tighten both screws (1) to 35-45 in-lbs (4.0-5.1 Nm).

CABLE ADJUSTMENT Operation

Before starting engine, be sure throttle control will snap back to idle position when released. A throttle control that prevents engine from automatically returning to idle can lead to loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00390a)

1. See Figure 1-83. Back off the throttle friction screw (3), roll on the throttle and release the throttle grip. If the induction module throttle does not return to closed (idle) position, inspect and adjust the throttle cable.

2. With the engine idling, turn the handlebar stop to stop. If the engine speed changes, adjust the control cables.

Adjustment

1. Loosen throttle friction screw (3).

2. Slide rubber boot off each control cable adjuster (6).

3. Loosen jamnut (7) on each cable adjuster.

4. Turn cable adjusters in direction which will shorten cable housings to minimum length.

5. Point front wheel straight ahead. With engine OFF, gently turn throttle control grip (2) to fully open position (fully counterclockwise) and hold in position.

6. Gently turn adjuster (6) on throttle control cable (4) counterclockwise until throttle cam (8) touches throttle cam stop (10). Release throttle control grip and turn adjuster counterclockwise an additional 1/2-1 turn. Tighten jamnut on throttle control cable adjuster.

7. Turn handlebar to right stop. Turn adjuster (6) on idle control cable (5), lengthening sleeve until end of cable housing just touches spring (9) within cable guide (11).