2016 Polaris Vegas 8-Ball Owners Manual - Page 66
2016 Polaris Vegas 8-Ball Manual
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Maintenance Throttle System Service the throttle system if throttle operation is not smooth, if throttle grip does not return properly, or if cable ends are frayed. See the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized VICTORY dealer. Throttle Freeplay Adjustment Throttle freeplay is the amount of throttle control grip movement from the rest position to the point of cable resistance. Measure this distance. Freeplay should be 2-4 mm. Adjust throttle freeplay as needed. 1. Hold the adjuster nuts securely and loosen the lock nuts on both cables. Turn the lock nuts away from the adjuster nuts as far as possible. 2. Turn both adjuster nuts toward the lock nuts as far as possible for maximum freeplay in both cables. Adjuster Nut Lock Nut 3. Turn the adjuster on the throttle opening cable (front cable) away from the lock nut until throttle freeplay is 2-4 mm. 4. To adjust the closing cable (rear cable), move the throttle grip back and forth continuously while turning the adjuster slowly outward just until freeplay is removed. Then turn the adjuster inward one full turn. 5. Turn the lock nuts on both cables until they are seated against the adjuster nuts. Hold each adjuster nut and tighten each lock nut securely. 6. Measure throttle freeplay. 7. Start the engine with the transmission in neutral. Turn the handlebars fully to the left and to the right. Engine idle speed should not change. If idle speed changes, inspect for a damaged cable, incorrect routing or incorrect adjustments. Throttle Cable Lubrication Lubricate the cable ends at the intervals recommended in the periodic maintenance table. See page 52. NOTICE: External casings are factory-lubricated. Additional lubrication could be detrimental to cable performance. Verify proper routing and smooth movement. Inspect for damage to the external casing, and inspect exposed cable wire for fraying, kinks or corrosion. Replace any damaged, sticky or sluggish cable. 1. Disconnect the cable at the throttle body. 2. Apply a light film of VICTORY All Purpose Grease or equivalent to the barrel end. 3. Reconnect the cable and adjust freeplay as needed. 64