Topic: running a single cable throttle?

[MCRider]

Are the two cables interchangeable? I have a messed up return cable. I was planning on getting two new ones but don't see the reason if I can just replace the one.

Not directly. An "A" cable (open) can be replaced by a "B" (close) cable, but its not a direct swap . I do not think the A cable can be used as a B cable at all.

The A cable has an adjuster on it , the B cable does not.

If you must choose, run a used B cable as it does nothing unless called upon. If both are adjusted properly, only the A cable and the return spring do anything. The B cable is called upon if the return spring malfunctions, or the A cable hangs up.

Buy a new A cable, if yours is old especially, it will feel so much better.

[Gordon]

I guess riding motorcycles is just SOOOOOOOOOOOO dangerous you had all better stop and stay in bed, but, be careful the sky may be falling 

PJ

PJ,

I realize you may not be aware of this, but it is actually possible to have your own opinion on a subject and express that opinion without disrespecting the people who happen do disagree with you.

I have never been involved in a wreck on a motorcycle, but I still wear a helmet every time I ride.  Do you think that's as ridiculous as you seem to think having a throttle close cable is?  Would you treat my opinion on that subject with the same juvenile attitude were I to suggest to someone that they should wear a helmet, too?

 

Gordon, I always wear a helmet, that's comparing apples to alligators
 You can check cables but you don't know if some jerk is going to run you off the road (maybe deliberately)
Unlike you I have had plenty of wrecks, some racing, some doing dumb stuff, some trivial, some serious, I've only been riding 41 yrs though, and only done about half million miles in all weather (even blizzards can be fun)
 I have NEVER had a throttle stick because it had single cable, in fact, my 1995 Suzuki only has single cable, it was made that way, and, it doesn't have a stupidly heavy throttle return spring.
I have had twin cable throttles freeze open (wasn't my bike) but, kill switch is there for a reason.
 Believe it or not, main reason for twin cables is monetary, if your going to sue someone because you did something stupid (like forgot to close throttle), make sure they have the cash.
 Honda has a bunch but don't want to get sued, it's easier to fit an unnecessary cable than settle out of court

PJ

See now, that wasn't so hard was it?

[754]

For the most part, I think things like  O-ring chains, dual throttle cables, electronic ignitions, have brought forth a whole generation of riders that do less maintainence, or wait much longer to fix things...

[BobbyR]

I think GK has all of the info he needs to make an informed decision.

[Gordon]

For the most part, I think things like  O-ring chains, dual throttle cables, electronic ignitions, have brought forth a whole generation of riders that do less maintainence, or wait much longer to fix things...

Every generation thinks the following generation is lazy compared to them, and to a certain extent it's true.  I'm sure your parents and grandparents felt the same way.  

[BobbyR]

For the most part, I think things like  O-ring chains, dual throttle cables, electronic ignitions, have brought forth a whole generation of riders that do less maintainence, or wait much longer to fix things...

Every generation thinks the following generation is lazy compared to them, and to a certain extent it's true.  I'm sure your parents and grandparents felt the same way.  

My Dad tells me my Grandfather sure missed using a crank to start his cars.