cliverlong Posted September 30, 2016 Share Posted September 30, 2016 Hello Does anyone know if there are some written (or even better video) instructions on removing and refitting throttle cables for a 250 Virago? My throttle cables have pretty much seized and lubing them has had no effect. I have bought new cables on Ebay for a tenner (I think that is a bit of a punt at that price). I will new lube the new cables (assuming they fit). Much appreciated. Clive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neversaydie Posted October 1, 2016 Share Posted October 1, 2016 Strip the twist grip and lube that, it may be sticking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliverlong Posted October 3, 2016 Author Share Posted October 3, 2016 Hi, I disassembled the switch gear and detached the end of the throttle cables on the twist grip. The twist grip turned freely when the cables were detached. However, there was traces of rust on the wire cable - I guess because the bike had been sitting around for years. I have bought some new throttle cables on EBay and I am going to see if I can persuade someone with some technical ability to help me fit them in place of the existing cables. I don't think it is conceptually a difficult job to fit but it looks fiddly where the cables attach to the engine (what IS that bit called?) because everything looks cramped into a small space. Thanks, Clive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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