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–+ELECTPS (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR) SYSTEM
3. Inspect:
TPS coil variable resistance
Check that the resistance in increased
as the throttle grip is moved from the
full close position to the full open posi-
tion.
Out of specification → Replace.
Tester (+) lead → Yellow lead 1
Tester (–) lead → Black lead 2
TPS coil variable
resistanceTester selec-
tor position
Full closedFull opened
kΩ × 1 0 ~ 2 kΩ at
20 ˚C
(68 ˚F)4 ~ 6 kΩ at
20 ˚C
(68 ˚F)
TPS REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove:
TPS coupler
Screw (TPS) 1
Plain washer 2
TPS 3
NOTE:
Loosen the screws (TPS) using the T20 bit
(tamper resistant fastener type).
2. Replace:
TPS
3. Install:
TPS 1
Plain washer 2
Screw (TPS) 3
TPS coupler
NOTE:
Align the slot a in the TPS with the projec-
tion b on the carburetor.
Temporarily tighten the screws (TPS).
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TUNSETTING
EC72H002
Suspension setting
Front fork
NOTE:
If any of the following symptoms is experienced with the standard position as the base, make
resetting by reference to the adjustment procedure given in the same chart.
Before any change, set the rear shock absorber sunken length to the standard figure 90 ~
100 mm (3.5 ~ 3.9 in).
SymptomSection
Check Adjust
JumpLarge
gapMedium
gapSmall
gap
Stiff over entire range
Compression damping
Oil level (oil amount)
SpringTurn adjuster counterclockwise (about 2 clicks) to
decrease damping.
Decrease oil level by about 5 ~ 10 mm (0.2 ~ 0.4 in).
Replace with soft spring.
Unsmooth movement
over entire range
Outer tube
Inner tube
Under bracket tightening
torqueCheck for any bends, dents, and other noticeable
scars, etc. If any, replace affected parts.
Retighten to specified torque.
Poor initial
movement
Rebound damping
Oil sealTurn adjuster counterclockwise (about 2 clicks) to
decrease damping.
Apply grease in oil seal wall.
Soft over entire range,
bottoming out
Compression damping
Oil level (oil amount)
SpringTurn adjuster clockwise (about 2 clicks) to increase
damping.
Increase oil level by about 5 ~ 10 mm (0.2 ~ 0.4 in).
Replace with stiff spring.
Stiff toward stroke end
Oil level (oil amount) Decrease oil level by about 5 mm (0.2 in).
Soft toward stroke end,
bottoming out
Oil level (oil amount) Increase oil level by about 5 mm (0.2 in).
Stiff initial movement
Compression dampingTurn adjuster counterclockwise (about 2 clicks) to
decrease damping.
Low front, tending to
lower front posture
Compression damping
Rebound damping
Balance with rear end
Oil level (oil amount)Turn adjuster clockwise (about 2 clicks) to increase
damping.
Turn adjuster counterclockwise (about 2 clicks) to
decrease damping.
Set sunken length for 95 ~ 100 mm (3.7 ~ 3.9 in) when
one passenger is astride seat (lower rear posture).
Increase oil level by about 5 mm (0.2 in).
“Obtrusive” front, tend-
ing to upper front pos-
ture
Compression damping
Balance with rear end
Spring
Oil lever (oil amount)Turn adjuster counterclockwise (about 2 clicks) to
decrease damping.
Set sunken length for 90 ~ 95 mm (3.5 ~ 3.7 in) when
one passenger is astride seat (upper rear posture).
Replace with soft spring.
Decrease oil level by about 5 ~ 10 mm (0.2 ~ 0.4 in).
