2022 Kawasaki KLX300 / KLX300SM Throttle Control System Owner’s Manual

2022 Kawasaki KLX300/KLX300SM Throttle Control System

 

Throttle Control System

Throttle Grip

Throttle Grip Free Play Inspection

• Check that the throttle grip moves smoothly from full open to close, and the throttle closes quickly and completely by the retun spring in all steering positions.
• If the throttle grip does not return properly, have the throttle control system checked by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
• Check the throttle grip free play by turning back and forth.
  
• Throttle Grip
• Throttle Grip Free Play
  Throttle Grip Free Play
  • 2-3 mm (0.08 0.12 in.)
• If there is improper play, adjust it.

Throttle Grip Free Play Adjustment

• Loosen the locknuts at the upper end of the throttle cables.
• Turn both throttle cable adjusters to give the throttle grip plenty of play.
• Turn the decelerator cable adjuster until there is no play when the throttle grip is completely closed.
• Tighten the locknut.
• Turn the accelerator cable adjuster until of 2-3 mm (0.08 0.12 in.) of throttle grip play is obtained.
• Tighten the locknut.
  
• Locknuts
• Decelerator Cable Adjuster
• Accelerator Cable Adjuster
• With the engine idling, turn the handlebars to each side. If handlebars movement changes the idle speed, the throttle cables may be improperly adjusted or incorrectly routed, or they may be damaged. Be sure to correct any of these conditions before idling.

WARNING

Operation with improperly adjusted, incorrectly routed, or damaged cables could result in an unsafe riding condition. Be sure the control cables are adjusted and routed correctly, and are free from damage.