Bike keeps dying, high idle, help?83 kz650

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22 Aug 2013 20:57 #602702 by Tj_saxon
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Ok guys I ordered the little holders now the waiting game...on a side not is there supposed to be any slack in the throttle cable when the bike is just sitting there. Because mine has a noticeable amount. I will take a picture of it when I get home.
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22 Aug 2013 22:15 #602716 by nickleo373
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Not sure the exact factory amount but I set mine to 3mm free play. The exact numbers will be in your manual if you have one
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22 Aug 2013 23:05 #602729 by Tj_saxon
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I do, I'll check when I get home. I'd say mines at about a half a inch lol.
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22 Aug 2013 23:31 #602731 by nickleo373
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That's probably a bit too much. If it has too much free play your engine will rev up when you're not touching the throttle
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23 Aug 2013 00:09 #602735 by Tj_saxon
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Well I'll deff check the manual when I get home and adjust it.
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23 Aug 2013 09:45 #602758 by martin_csr
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The throttle grip adjustment is fairly standard for many Kawasaki motorcycles -->> 2-3mm of free play, which isn't much. If it hasn't been done, lubricate the cable, especially the ends and where the cable rides in the sleeve groove. Also, lube the throttle grip - remove it & apply grease to the handlebar.
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23 Aug 2013 20:44 #602815 by Tj_saxon
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Ok will do. I gotta figure out how to adjust the cable. I'm sure it's in the manual. I hate to keep bumping my post tithe top with these random posts but I just wanted to thank everyone again for being do helpful and taking the time out of your day to try and help me solve my problems. I've never really worked on a bike but I feel like with you guys help I'll have this one running right in no time.
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23 Aug 2013 22:36 #602827 by martin_csr
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Keep plugging away - you'll get it sorted out. The throttle adjustment should be easy. Lubricating the cable can be bit of work, as you have to open the right switch assy & you may have to remove the fuel tank. It should be done though. A broken throttle cable would be a bummer, especially if you are far from home.
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23 Aug 2013 23:45 #602832 by nickleo373
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To adjust the cable you just need to tighten or loosten the nuts on the ends of the cables until you have the throttle response you're looking for
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24 Aug 2013 08:33 #602859 by martin_csr
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From the diagrams & ebaayy photos, hIs 83 650-CSR throttle cable may have only one adjuster which is at the grip end... kinda unusual... and it seems to be a thumb screw type, kinda similar to the clutch cable, so no tools required? weird.
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25 Aug 2013 16:10 #603016 by Tj_saxon
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Yea, it is just like the clutch cable. My frien who knows stuff about bikes unlike me also said this is weird but very convinient.
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25 Aug 2013 16:48 - 25 Aug 2013 17:10 #603020 by Tj_saxon
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Update on everything, the carb holders are suppose to be here Tuesday. YAY! But I was looking at the screws that hold mine on and they aren't jis screws or Philips they are like star screws. Which has me a little worried. I gotta see if I have a bit or any tool to get them out.

Also! I noticed there was a difference between the little rubber boots that go from the air box to the carb. How do I know which one goes where?
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