Motorcycle Throttle & Choke Cables for Yamaha XT250

Motorcycle Throttle and Choke Cables for Yamaha XT250

Both the choke and throttle cables are crucial performance parts for any motorcycle, including the Yamaha XT250. The throttle cables on a bike are used to control acceleration to open and close the carburetor, while the choke cables are used in conjunction with the choke valves of your motorcycles engine to alter the fuel-to-air ratio.

Because the choke and throttle both interact with your bikes engine using pairs of steel wires and feature moving parts, these items may naturally experience wear over time. Knowing how to spot potential issues that may signal a need to replace either the choke or throttle is an essential consideration for your XT250. Also, both parts work together to propel the motorcycle. Without them, you cannot ride your bike. There are also additional safety benefits to purchasing and installing functioning choke and throttle cables as you can accelerate and stop your XT250 smoothly and safely.

If you need to add replacement throttle or choke components to your bike, there are various options from which you can choose. All choke and throttle cables perform the same essential functions, but some may offer additional performance upgrades or aesthetic enhancements to fit your personal style.

• Standard throttle cables are typically constructed from simple, yet effective, braided stainless steel parts.
• Custom cables in streamlined black coatings are available from manufacturers such as Moose Racing.
• Motion Pro offers complete custom cable sets in black vinyl with all necessary cable ends for any throttle system.

The acceleration of your motorcycle can be severely affected by a deteriorating throttle cable. If this occurs, you should purchase new throttle cables as soon as possible. You can use the steps outlined here as a guide for replacing worn parts.

• First, determine the overall length of cable you will need. During this step, you should also identify the route it needs to take and where you might need to thread it.
• Turn your handlebar setup entirely to the right. Doing so locks the steering and creates a shorter installation path.
• Install the accelerator or pull cable onto the throttle housing and run the cable end into the opening that sits furthest from your bike seat. Do the same thing with the deceleration or push cable, but run its end through the opening closest to you.
• Route both items to the carburetor to keep them from getting twisted around other components, and slip the barrel attachments into the proper openings on the clamps.
• Adjust both cables as needed until they operate smoothly without any sticking or catching.