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Old Sep 18, 2011 | 05:01 PM
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hi i am new to this forum.i have a problem with my throttle. it is sticking open, how do i oil it up. thanks
 
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Year and Type of your HD ??
 
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Check the cable adjustment, either of the cables too tight and it will stick.
 
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you might try turning the thumb **** on the bottom side of throttle
 
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Originally Posted by dynadav
you might try turning the thumb **** on the bottom side of throttle
What he said!!!
 
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when I installed kuryakin iso grips I had the same problem. All I did was loosen screws on switch housing and tap it out about a 1/8" and that worked. The end of the handlebar was rubbing on the inside of the grip.
 
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What he said!!!
yup, if the throttle lock is too close to the grabbing point it will feel like the throttle is stuck...
 
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