sticky throttle

[timtune]

83 Gl1100
Working the carbs by hand they snap back shut very well. Took the twist/grip/ cables off and lubed them. They work mint.
If I install the cables with no bends just holding them up straight the throttle works well. Routeing the cables properly adds a couple bends (very generous radius) and then the carbs don't snap all the way shut.

It looks like there could be a very slight kink in one cable near the end but working the cables free by hand it doesn't hang seem to hang up at all on it. New cables are an option but honestly I can't see them being much better. These move quite freely.

After numerous routing variations I said eff it and added another spring on the carb. The limp wristed will not be invited for a pass.

Any thoughts on the proper fix?

 

[Sixbagger]

IF the engine runs, warm it up properly, then play with the throttle 'til it hangs.
Then check each cable separately to figure which one.
My 2cents - worth a try.

 

[Relax]

Any thoughts on the proper fix?

New cables? Sounds like the inside of the sheathing may be worn rough and the cable(s) dragging where they bend. Don't know if you can overcome that with a thicker lube, but probably not worth it.

 

[Sunday Rider]

Are sure you are supposed to lube the cables? On my Honda ST1100 you aren’t supposed to as the cable tubes are lined with teflon. I did lube them in error many years ago but still working properly. The other thing to check is how loose in the throttle grip housing. Mine had a bit of slack and made them bind. There is a sweet spot there you have to check. Also do it while moving the handlebars from right lock to left lock.

 

[Wind Shear]

it has push/pull, throttle return cable as well?
Not enough slack on the throttle return cable has cased similar symptoms in my very limited experience.

 

[PrivatePilot]

What did you use to lube the cables?