racing throttle help on Templar X

[Texas Pete]

Part of all bikes setup is to test the cable runs with full side to side swing off the handlebars to test the throttle cable run.

Nothing wrong, just remove the headlight to get easy access to all the cabling and wires and trace the throttle cable down the handlebars and around the steering post and side of the frame. On the left side frame behind the steering post is a cable holder. Some assemblers run the electric wiring harness first then run the throttle cable next leaving the cable on the outside of the harness further from the frame. Just reverse it and have the throttle cable first then put the wiring harness on top of it so there is less stretch placed on the throttle cable.

From there trace the cable as it passes through the frame to the other side and check the cable run on that side to the carburetor itself.

When satisfied start the motor and do full side to side turns of the handlebar to test the full range of motion and check for no strain on the throttle cable causing the engine to increase rpm at the far end of range movement.

Full user setup also includes adjusting the brake and the throttle lever positions to the intended rider and handlebar position to match the rider. If you have the time complete a full setup.

I lube with silicone spray the inside of my throttle cable at least twice a year as my maintenance schedule.

[rithac]

Originally Posted by Texas Pete

Part of all bikes setup is to test the cable runs with full side to side swing off the handlebars to test the throttle cable run.

Nothing wrong, just remove the headlight to get easy access to all the cabling and wires and trace the throttle cable down the handlebars and around the steering post and side of the frame. On the left side frame behind the steering post is a cable holder. Some assemblers run the electric wiring harness first then run the throttle cable next leaving the cable on the outside of the harness further from the frame. Just reverse it and have the throttle cable first then put the wiring harness on top of it so there is less stretch placed on the throttle cable.

From there trace the cable as it passes through the frame to the other side and check the cable run on that side to the carburetor itself.

When satisfied start the motor and do full side to side turns of the handlebar to test the full range of motion and check for no strain on the throttle cable causing the engine to increase rpm at the far end of range movement.

Full user setup also includes adjusting the brake and the throttle lever positions to the intended rider and handlebar position to match the rider. If you have the time complete a full setup.

I lube with silicone spray the inside of my throttle cable at least twice a year as my maintenance schedule.

Thanks for the tips! I thought maybe something was disconnected or loose in the collar that the cable connects to on each end. I do hope to do a full setup on them in time. I will probably also need to lower the one for my daughter, but I'll have to find someone with a drill press to help with that one. Thanks again!

[Texas Pete]

Various setup tips, not all needed in all use scenarios (standard thickness tubes, no rimlocks etc. if using the bike primarily on street changes the videos recommendation) but good to know.

What I usually figure on first:
- handlebars adjusted for the rider
- brake and clutch lever adjusted
- engine side clutch cable adjustment setup for gross, handlebar lever side for setting the fine adjustment
- handlebar full swing pinched throttle cable side to side test with motor running
- brake pedal and shift lever adjusted for rider
- I usually clean rotors and pads with brake cleaner when brand new to eliminate oils, then I cease use of the spray and let the brake dust build up
- full clicker adjustment on suspension front and rear, I noticed factory setups didn't match manual default settings
- the setup of suspension can be it's own long post and lots of test rides on different settings to find optimum for the end rider and their given weight
- full chain and rear wheel tension setup both sides in balance
- front wheel suspension alignment, I usually use the front brake applied and push down weight into front suspension a few times method to set alignment