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).
