Upgrade throttle cable?

[GTR-TT]

I know I have read that a few of you have upgraded to a teflon lined throttle cable but can't find anything about it when I use the search function. So what did you guys do to fix the sticky throttle?

[Steve_D]

First make sure it is not something simple like the return spring has stretched and is not strong enough. I have a double spring arrangement on mine.
Also check that all the bits are moving freely including the pedal. Last time I had sticking I bought the cable then found the linkages on the carb needed a good grease up. The new cable is still sitting in my tool chest.
Check the cable route to see that all the curves are as wide as possible and have not been pulled out of line so that a cable tie can reach a convenient place.

If it does need replacing then your biggest problem will be getting the old and new through the front and back of the luggage pod.

Steve

[GTR-TT]

Good input. However I think I have ruled out all those parts. The cable isn't smooth even when I disconnect the pedal and throttle body.

[CanAm Dave]

Hi Mikael

I replaced mine recently. Try these guys.
I think you'll find what your looking for!

http://www.venhill.co.uk/Home/Search_Results.html?...

Regards Dave

[Crazy of Cookham]

Replaced mine last Winter with inner lined version. Obtained cable and fittings from Charles Dunn and fitted myself. It was not as tough as I thought to get through side pod. I attached new to old and pulled through. Luckily had not fixed in places I could not reach. It was difficult getting grommets back in place, just a hour spent upside down in a side pod. Carb end fitted with double spring.

[Davrianman]

CanAm Dave said:

Hi Mikael

I replaced mine recently. Try these guys.
I think you'll find what your looking for!

http://www.venhill.co.uk/Home/Search_Results.html?...

Regards Dave

I changed mine to a Venhill cable during my build. I thought that the factory cable was ok until I tried the Venhill one. It is ultra smooth and can bend tightly without breaking the outer casing. Definately worth the effort of changing (ideally before you install the bodywork).

Mart

[GTRMikie]

Davrianman said:

CanAm Dave said:

Hi Mikael

I replaced mine recently. Try these guys.
I think you'll find what your looking for!

http://www.venhill.co.uk/Home/Search_Results.html?...

Regards Dave

I changed mine to a Venhill cable during my build. I thought that the factory cable was ok until I tried the Venhill one. It is ultra smooth and can bend tightly without breaking the outer casing. Definately worth the effort of changing (ideally before you install the bodywork).

Mart

When I contacted Venhill about a lined cable they said it would be cheaper from the Ultima factory, so that is where I bought it!

[GTR-TT]

GTRMikie said:

Davrianman said:

CanAm Dave said:

Hi Mikael

I replaced mine recently. Try these guys.
I think you'll find what your looking for!

http://www.venhill.co.uk/Home/Search_Results.html?...

Regards Dave

I changed mine to a Venhill cable during my build. I thought that the factory cable was ok until I tried the Venhill one. It is ultra smooth and can bend tightly without breaking the outer casing. Definately worth the effort of changing (ideally before you install the bodywork).

Mart

When I contacted Venhill about a lined cable they said it would be cheaper from the Ultima factory, so that is where I bought it!

So do the factory sell venhill as an upgrader or are they supplying all kits with that cable now? (or did I get everything mixed up?)

[GTRMikie]

GTR-TT said:

GTRMikie said:

Davrianman said:

CanAm Dave said:

Hi Mikael

I replaced mine recently. Try these guys.
I think you'll find what your looking for!

http://www.venhill.co.uk/Home/Search_Results.html?...

Regards Dave

I changed mine to a Venhill cable during my build. I thought that the factory cable was ok until I tried the Venhill one. It is ultra smooth and can bend tightly without breaking the outer casing. Definately worth the effort of changing (ideally before you install the bodywork).

Mart

I would give the factory a ring.


When I contacted Venhill about a lined cable they said it would be cheaper from the Ultima factory, so that is where I bought it!

So do the factory sell venhill as an upgrader or are they supplying all kits with that cable now? (or did I get everything mixed up?)

[CanAm Dave]

I'd go with one from Venhill as they are supplied universal with all the different fittings and over length at 4m. I wanted one a little longer than the factory supply due to my custom installation. You can also choose your colour.

Regards Dave