Part 2 of 3: Remove the throttle cable. How do you remove the cable from the cap? Discussion Starter • #1 • Feb 25, 2008. The two throttle cables are held in place by a 10mm nut. It was removed from a core carburetor and is dirty and shows some … Clean the inside of the float bowl and float with spray carburetor cleaner. Step 2: Disconnect the throttle cable from the retaining bracket. Sign in with Google. On the Stock Carburetor Remove the Air-Cleaner assembly so you can see the Throttle Control Mechanism. A push/pull throttle cable is an upgrade to the old standard single throttle cable linkage. Hey guys. Do this with a screwdriver. Remove the air cut-off valve and spring from the right side of the carburetor, near the carburetor inlet, using a Phillips screwdriver. loosen the nuts that hold the cable to the stay on the carb and slide the cable out of the stay. In this How-To we’ll show you the steps necessary to change over from the 1-into-2 cable system to the single-cable gantry. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. - disconnect gas line at the petcock (easier to get to than at the carb end). Take the side cover off. Sign in with Twitter. I then realized if I heat the airbox to carb rubber and remove the throttle cables from the carb, I could easy remove the carb from the bike, So here it is. The throttle grip works on the carburettors when twisting/throttling up and when releasing/throttling down. At first glance it isn't obvious how they come loose and I don't want to break anything by forcing something I shouldn't. From here the spring and plastic retainer will slide off of the cable, and then you can remove the throttle cable nut from the carb cap. The hardest part about that is finding a wrench that will fit. Open the throttle fully by hand so the cable is loose. Share this post. I tried pushing it down (twds the carp), pulling it up, and then rotating the cap to see if there is a divot or notch to rele Id prefer not to break the cap. Norton Commandos with dual carburetors have been running their stock cable setups for decades and are functioning just fine. The carb is a little different then what I am used to. Any tips on getting down to be able to remove the cylinder would be appreciated. #1 KenL, Apr 29, 2020. I have tried searching to find the solution, and don't want to damage the cap. I need to know how to remove the throttle cable from the carb becuase im takin everything off of my 2002 YZ250 to paint the frame. Is there a trick to doing this or am I totally overlooking something. Note - Cable orientation: The long cable nubbins and longer threaded adjusters go to the carb. I am replacing the old carburetor on my 1978 CM185t with a new one. I have a '70 CT70 that has sat for several years, usual nasty carb deposits. Step 4. Loosen the nut that secures the manual throttle lever so that the lever can move freely. Route the cables through the triangular space in the frame above the motor and around the front of the top triple clamp. This is a step up to the single throttle cable type where only a spring is responsible for throttling down. Thanks. Its the round piece that is hooked onto the carburetor. The cables can be removed from the carburetor by pulling the outer housing away from plate above the throttle wheel and then with slack in the inner cable twisting the inner cable to allow the swaged end to release from the slot in the throttle wheel and then pull the inner cable out through the mounting plate hole. (Pic 6, 7) (Pic 6, 7) Now follow the old cable back around the unit and remove it from its mounting slot by sliding the plastic sleeve forward and then pulling the throttle cable through the slit in the plastic. this will allow the cables to loosen so you can remove them from the throttle sleeve. Joined: Jul 8, 2019 Messages: 59 Likes Received: 1. On my GL, the choke cable is held in place by a phillips screw. T. thetered New Member. how do you properly release the cable so I can remove the carb.. Any assistance would be appreciated. I am tempted to just remove the choke cable at the handlebars and pull it through with the carb (out the right side) if it is too hard. - remove seat (you need to get tank off). Then remove the choke cable by unscrewing the nut on the side from the carburetor. I am trying to remove the throttle cable off a carburetor on my car. Joined Sep 10, 2008 Messages 35 Likes 0. Locate the conduit bracket on the engine. We are not familiar with all makes and models this fits. I manage to get it in the little tube but then it gets stuff. Last edited by a moderator: Aug 9, 2013. How to Change Throttle Cable on Cr125/Dirt Bike: This throttle cable replacement was done to a Honda cr125 but the method used is the same for most dirt bikes. Removing throttle cable from carb? Link to post Share on other sites. Remove the throttle linkage from the carburetor control arm with pliers. remove the screws that hold the switch housing together and slide the throttle sleeve and switch housing off the end of the bars. Discussion Starter • #1 • Mar 13, 2008. How can I remove this super tight nut, given that it is pressed up against the carb so close that I can't really wrap my wrench all around it? Its a very tight area. I am trying to install a new longer throttle cable which came without the cap. Do C clips hold it on or does it kind of snap in? I am removing the carb so it can be cleaned I have it all detached except for where the throttle cable goes in. Any tips on removing the throttle cable out of the carb cap? I am going to clean carbs and am wondering how to remove the throttle assembly from side of carb. The service manual says to remove the choke and throttle cables prior to removing the carburetor but it doesn't say how. To disconnect the cable from the carburetor; open the throttle lever with your finger and pull the S shaped pin out of the throttle lever hole. Place the carburetor on a work bench and remove the high-speed needle and the float and float valve. Advertisement . Loosen the throttle cable lock nut, using a 12 mm open-end wrench, then remove the throttle cable and the cable end from the throttle valve. One might ask whether this is really a necessary upgrade, and the answer, of course, is no. Never thought I would have a carb question but the Tri-Z I just picked up has a Mikuni flat slide TM38 carb on it. Create an account or sign in to comment. if you want to remove them from the carb. The cap/top from the old carburetor is stuck on the throttle cable and I cannot see a way to remove it without cutting and replacing the cable. The plunger and all will come out together. New here. I don't think removing the throttle lever from the carb is a good idea, there should be a slot in the lever next to the molded barrel on the cable end that when rotated to the correct position, the stainless cable and barrel will release from. Step 1: Disconnect the throttle cable at the throttle body. I feel like most owners should know how to do regular maintenance and this should help anyone who doesn't. i purchased a rebuild kit and am attempting to do this myself. Used GM throttle cable bracket removed from a Rochester Quadrajet 4-barrel carb off a 1973 Olds. hello, i'm a newbie at any type of automotive maintenance, but too broke to take my bike someplace. 4 Posts . Remove all the Bear Tracker carburetor jets with a screwdriver. To remove the throttle cable you'll have to take off the black cover on the side. KenL Member. Please verify pictures match your application. 505 Posts #2 • Dec 10, 2011. Pull the breather tube assembly off of the top of the carburetor. Step 5. Do I need to pinch, crush or deform the curved end of the stock cable? Oct 9, 2008 #1. 2 Posts . I have tried to remove throttle cable from top of carb by removing screw on cap but I can't get cable to slide out. Reply with: Sign in with Facebook . - remove gas tank (you need to get to the throttle cable attachment points). I'm guessing that they use a slide valve and this valve is … I am trying to pull the (stock)carb off of my 03 Pred. This DIY Tech Tip by Lowbrow Customs shows you how easy it is to remove or install your Amal Carburetor throttle cable, commonly found on British motorcycles such as Triumph, BSA and Nortons. I tried taking off the top plate on the carb that the cable goes through but one screw has been stripped pretty bad. Thanks, S. Tassan P.S. KenL Member. Short nubbins and shorter adjusters go to the throttle. This is a simple operation but one that is of confusion to many new British motorcycle owners. Removing throttle cable from carb cap. Sorry guys need some help, first time working on a 441 and I’m trying to get it down to remove the cylinder. Discussion in 'Tech Area' started by KenL, Apr 29, 2020. There is a slotted brass piece that traps the end of the cable. The cap/top spins freely on a small metal elbow the cable … Please help. I need to remove the carburetor on my Series 11 500 4x4 for cleaning. Oct 9, 2008 #1. with the help of this forum, the seat and gas tank are off, the gas has been drained from the carb, and the throttle cables have been removed from the pulley. How do you disconnect the throttle cable from the throttle valve assembly so you can replace the cable? How do I remove this throttle cable? and fasten the end of the conduit with the bracket. and I cant figure out a way to get the get the throttle cable out of the carb. I am trying to remove the cable from where it connects inside the carb but i am having no luck pulling out the ball from the groove where it slides into the slot! 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