Fixing a Loose Throttle Control on Your XR950 Engine: Quick and Easy Adjustment Guide

A loose throttle control can be frustrating when operating your Cyclone Rake, leading to inconsistent engine speed and reduced control. Fortunately, adjusting the throttle lever resistance is a quick and simple process you can do yourself.

Why Throttle Tension Matters

✔ Ensures consistent engine speed
✔ Prevents unintentional speed changes
✔ Improves overall equipment control
✔ Enhances operational safety

Tools Needed for Adjustment

🔧 Use a 10mm open end wrench
🔦 Good lighting
🛠 Clean work surface

Step-by-Step Adjustment Process

1. Locate the Throttle Lever

• Found on the side of the XR950 engine

• Typically positioned near the engine control panel

2. Identify the Adjustment Mechanism

• Look for a 10 mm nut at the tension adjustment point

• Usually located near the base of the throttle lever

3. Adjust the Tension

🔹 Use a 10mm open-end wrench
🔹 Turn clockwise to increase resistance
🔹 Turn counterclockwise to decrease resistance
🔹 Make small, quarter-turn adjustments
🔹 Test the throttle movement after each adjustment

NOTE:

You will notice that there is a loose phillips head screw that it is going into a nut that has a hole in the side of it, this is normal and correct. It is for a remote throttle cable that the Cyclone Rake does not use.

Pro Tips for Best Results

✅ Make incremental adjustments for fine-tuning
✅ Avoid over-tightening, which can make movement stiff
✅ Ensure smooth, consistent throttle movement

When to Seek Professional Help

⚠ Adjustments don’t resolve the issue
⚠ Visible damage to the throttle mechanism
⚠ Unusual engine behavior persists after adjustment

Safety Reminder

⚡ Always work with a cool engine
⚡ Disconnect the spark plug wire before maintenance
⚡ Follow all manufacturer’s safety guidelines

📄 Need More Detailed Instructions?

Find the printable, downloadable PDF by clicking on this link Throttle Adjustment Instructions!