TPS Re-sets

[trustno1]

I have the info on how and I have the cable and SW to do the re-set on the TPS. Any one have a clue as to why these seem to be required? Engine vibration...or ???

 

[Stevenc150]

IDK, the first thing comes to my mind is maybe they thought of the throttle cable stretching over time or something.

 

[Livers]

The service manual states that throttle cable adjustment/lubrication be performed every 5000 mi. Then set idle speed (1050-1150 for my XB9) I. If you have a severe drivability problem, reset the TPS for a first step. If not, every 10000 mi.

Yep, cables wear, throttle body bits wear, TPS calibration drifts, maybe more?

 

[trustno1]

I now have the equipment to do my own re-sets. Because I have an 04 XB and an 06 XB. The 04 was the first to require the re-set. I first approached the dealership that I bought the bike from. They acted like I was not from here when I asked them about a re-set. They don't do that they just replace them at a cost of almost 300 dollars with all their hidden shop chearges and labor. I got the cables and SW for a little over 200. If this is going to be a reaccuring thing then they are a must. I have 5 American V Twins in my stable. However the less then stellar service and treatment that I have gotten from the dealers since I bought them is really cranking me over.

 

[Alfatango1]

What cables and software do you have? My cable was $35 and the software was free.