Throttle Cable

The Throttle Cable is a stiff wire which attaches the throttle to the carburetor. It slides within a covering. Throttle Cable makes the operator constantly in control of the speed of the engine.

Functions of Throttle

• Throttle Cable pulls on the throttle position spring which in turn rotates the throttle pivot.
• It makes the rider to be in control of the speed of the vehicle.

Characteristics of Throttle Cable

• It is a part of a carburetor.
• Throttle Cable controls the throttle valve by connecting it to the accelerator pedal.
• A loose throttle cable will cause slow response.
• A too tight cable will lead to excessive fuel consumption.
• There are two different retainers for the throttle cable end inside the Throttle Tube assembly.

Materials used for making Throttle Cable
The most commonly used materials for making Throttle Cable are:

• Stainless Steel
• Aluminum

Maintenance of Throttle Cable

• Throttle pivot should be lubricated regularly.
• Regular check to see if the cables are loose is a must.
• They should checked for kinks and chafing.