Throttle/Idle cable adjustment problem
Thread Starter
|
Novice
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
From: Cincinnati, Ohio
Throttle/Idle cable adjustment problem
I've just replaced my drag bars on my 2000 883Hugger Sportster with 12" Ape handlebars and they look pretty sweet. Everything was going well after I got to install the throttle and idle cables. I started installing the cables from the carburator to the throttle control grip handles. I loosen both jam nuts on each cable adjuster and noticed that there was not enough slack to hook the ferrule from each cable over the throttle housing. After 30min I finally hook both ferrules, but I dont think it should have been that tight. I then started to adjust the cables and started with the throttle. Adjusted the throttle cable, per manual, to have the throttle cam touch the throttle cam stop on the carburator. When I adjusted the throttle cable, it made it hard to have the grip spring back into the normal position. Since both cables (throttle/idle cable) were loosen, if I try to screw the idle cable even more it will only make it harder to turn the grips. My question is has anyone experience this or know what Im doing wrong. Any help is greatly appreciated. 
Thread Starter
|
Novice
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
From: Cincinnati, Ohio
Scotter1128- Do you mean the throttle friction screw,
that is located on the handlebar assembly?If so, yes the screw is loose.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,416
Likes: 0
From: East Central Illinois
Make sure on the carburetor end of the cables they are fully seated into the mounting bracket. Not sure on your year, but I know the rubbermounts the cable has to slide into a collar on the mounting bracket. And it will pull out while adjusting if you don't keep an eye on it.
Thread Starter
|
Novice
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
From: Cincinnati, Ohio
Make sure on the carburetor end of the cables they are fully seated into the mounting bracket. Not sure on your year, but I know the rubbermounts the cable has to slide into a collar on the mounting bracket. And it will pull out while adjusting if you don't keep an eye on it.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 4,626
Likes: 98
From: Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri
If it were me I would spend the money for a half hours work by the dealer. Our local dealer has bailed me out several times on things I spent WAY too much time on. One was a bolt I managed to strip and then spent at least an hour trying to tap it and use an extractor to remove it, no luck. Finally threw in the towel and took it to the dealer. They had the screw out and replaced with a new one in 15 minutes!!
Oh, they only charged me $25.
Oh, they only charged me $25.
Trending Topics
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 4,112
Likes: 40
From: Boise Idaho
When it works hard you just have it to tight, loosen it up a little and it will work fine. One last thought did you lube the new cables or put them on dry??
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
|
Novice
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
From: Cincinnati, Ohio
I did lube the cable with HD cable oil. 12 drops per cable. I'm not sure if it requires more oil. I'm wondering if it requires more oil?
