Stiff Throttle - Runner 125

Discussion in 'The Workshop' started by Ciaran, Nov 17, 2007.

  1. Ciaran

    Ciaran Active Member

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    Didn't think anything was wrong with it until recently borrowing a mates bike.

    Basically to open and close my throttle is really stiff compared to his.
    Causes RSI injuries in my arm when i'm stunting which is shit.

    Any ideas on how to fix this?
    I'm guessing i'm taking my carb apart? lol
     
  2. wobbly_trials

    wobbly_trials Active Member

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    lube the cables, replace with smoother ones if need be, clean the whole system and thoroughly lube with wd40
     
  3. Nitro-Rhys

    Nitro-Rhys Active Member

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    i could stick my throttle on my old rox, if i pushed the grip to the left it would stick against the side! but i could easily make it free again by pushin it to the right

    the face on people when you overtake them doing a no hander! ha :w00t:
     
  4. wobbly_trials

    wobbly_trials Active Member

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    i used to do that on my c90, funny to watch.
     
  5. Concept

    Concept New Member

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    Check for fraying of the cable.
    Also check your oil cable in the transmission case as if its having trouble moving there it might affect how free your throttle is.

    Cables need to be greased to allow free movement. Id use the WD40 to clean up but not to solve the issue as WD40 is a de greaser.

    You dont need to strip the carb. Just take the top off with the 2 screws and pull your throttle and check for any fraying, or restriction to how it pulls the slide up.

    Worst case scenario - strip the LHS panels to trace the throttle cable and check splitter. Change cables (dont cost much and well worth it if yours are frayed).

    Good luck
     
  6. MiNoR cOnFuSiOn

    MiNoR cOnFuSiOn Administrator Staff Member

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    throttle slide may be worn causing it to jam up..
     

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