Turning push/pull throttle into pull only.

[craigd]

In an effort to get better throttle feel, I converted my push/pull system to pull only. This can be done simply and reversibly, meaning that you can easily go back to stock if you choose. First, I want to apologize for not taking pictures. To start, you first take apart the throttle handle and remove the end of the push cable from the white moving part of the throttle assembly. You then remove the other end of the push cable from the pulley on the throttle sensor down by the throttle bodies. Pull the slack to the throttle body end and reassemble the throttle handle with the loose end of the push cable tight against the cable guide where it is out of the way. The throttle body end of the push cable can be zip tied to the guard for the butterfly valve so that it is out of the way and does not contact any moving parts. All that is left is to adjust the slack out of the pull cable so that you have slop free throttling. In my case, I used a nut which I slotted with a hack saw to take up some of the slack down at the throttle body end and then adjusted the rest of the way with the built in adjuster in the cable near the throttle handle.

I do not recommend this modification for those who have any doubts about doing it correctly. Also, the push/pull system is intended to be a safety feature, so proceed at your own risk and do not attempt this if you do not understand the safety that you are loosing by doing this. My bike is a 2014 so other years may require a different procedure. Also, for 2014 owners, this will disable your ability to disengage the cruise control by twisting the throttle beyond the closed position.

On a positive note, my throttle feels way better now. ::008::

Also, I know, ::006::

Happy twisting,
Craig

 

[tomatocity]

The Push/Pull is a National Safety feature and required that all motorcycles be built with it.

Other National Safety features created at the same time were, Left Side Shifting, Handlebar Clutch, and... ???

 

[craigd]

Tim,
Do you know what year that was? My 2004 R1150R does not have push/pull, so I am curious.

Thanks,
Craig

 

[tomatocity]

Tim,
Do you know what year that was? My 2004 R1150R does not have push/pull, so I am curious.

Thanks,
Craig

The '70's I believe. In 1972 I remember riding a friends Suzuki 100 (not sure what year) that was right side shift. Never did master the shifting.

The dual cable throttle safety issue could come to play more often off-road that on-road. Drop your bike on the right side with you under it and the throttle WFO. The tire and wheel can eat some rider.