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- Jul 9, 2012
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I just solved a problem where, on successful kick, my 74 Norton Commando 850 would be running at between 4-5K RPM. Turned out the cable adjustment was somehow moved, not sure how, but so it goes.
The throttle adjustment, which is located about 3 inches from the throttle grip, seems -extremely- temperamental. Moving the adjustment nut eve a little has a -dramatic- effect on the idle speed. Perhaps this is normal, but I found this to be alarming. In fact, simply -moving- the cable was actually increasing the idle speed, as if I was opening the throttle via the hand-grip.
Here's a pic of my cable / adjuster set-up.
The problem has led me to believe that perhaps the Throttle Cable that is installed on my bike is not the correct length - and I want to make necessary corrections.
I found a site, http://www.rockypointcycle.com/c-norton ... _kits.html, that lists three lengths of cable for my bike - and to be honest I have NO idea how to choose the best/correct one.
35" Cable - For Nortons with Euro handlebars
40" Cable - For Nortons with US handlebars
45" Cable - For Nortons (no further description available on the site).
I don't know how to tell if I have the Euro or American handlebars, and my manual shows various styles for each - but, here's a picture:
I have not measured the cable that is in place, but will happily do so if somebody suspects that the information would be of use - I really just wanted to know if somebody knew which cable length I -should- use ... and if anybody has some good info about a particular make/brand/vendor of the correct cable - I'm open to suggestions.
The throttle adjustment, which is located about 3 inches from the throttle grip, seems -extremely- temperamental. Moving the adjustment nut eve a little has a -dramatic- effect on the idle speed. Perhaps this is normal, but I found this to be alarming. In fact, simply -moving- the cable was actually increasing the idle speed, as if I was opening the throttle via the hand-grip.
Here's a pic of my cable / adjuster set-up.
The problem has led me to believe that perhaps the Throttle Cable that is installed on my bike is not the correct length - and I want to make necessary corrections.
I found a site, http://www.rockypointcycle.com/c-norton ... _kits.html, that lists three lengths of cable for my bike - and to be honest I have NO idea how to choose the best/correct one.
35" Cable - For Nortons with Euro handlebars
40" Cable - For Nortons with US handlebars
45" Cable - For Nortons (no further description available on the site).
I don't know how to tell if I have the Euro or American handlebars, and my manual shows various styles for each - but, here's a picture:
I have not measured the cable that is in place, but will happily do so if somebody suspects that the information would be of use - I really just wanted to know if somebody knew which cable length I -should- use ... and if anybody has some good info about a particular make/brand/vendor of the correct cable - I'm open to suggestions.