Dkw throttle problem

Basic info on DKW NZ 350's

Moderator: Mods

Post Reply
andyy1
Novize
Posts: 10
Joined: Thu Dec 29, 2016 10:06 pm

Dkw throttle problem

Post by andyy1 » Fri Dec 30, 2016 12:01 pm

Hi all. I have just fitted a new throttle, the through the handle bar type . How can I make it twist smoothly. I have greased the slide but it doesn't return quickly. I've tried putting a stronger spring in the card but I found it to be quite a strain on the wrist when riding. Has anyone had this problem and did you overcome it. Thanks , andy
Frank
SUPPORTER 2016
SUPPORTER 2016
Posts: 422
Joined: Thu Nov 19, 2009 8:23 pm
Location: Finland

Re: Dkw throttle problem

Post by Frank » Fri Dec 30, 2016 11:04 pm

Hi Andy,

I dont think you have any problems with your throttle, it works as it should.

This type of throttle used on NZ:s shall not return to idle position by itself as modern types do, it shall stay in the position its turned to and return to idle when turned in opposite direction.

Some later models even has a adjustment screw and a small leaf spring in the throttle armature, so you even can adjust the stiffness.

A vintage cruise control 8)


Happy New Year!

//Frank
andyy1
Novize
Posts: 10
Joined: Thu Dec 29, 2016 10:06 pm

Re: Dkw throttle problem

Post by andyy1 » Fri Dec 30, 2016 11:30 pm

Hi Frank. Thanks for the reply. Not a very good system is it. :D will have to get use to it then. Makes it very hard to get off the dkw and onto my fireblade ......
Frank
SUPPORTER 2016
SUPPORTER 2016
Posts: 422
Joined: Thu Nov 19, 2009 8:23 pm
Location: Finland

Re: Dkw throttle problem

Post by Frank » Sat Dec 31, 2016 12:06 am

Hi Andy,

Yep, in the beginning (when you are used to a "normal" throttle) this old type feels very strange, but you get used to it very fast and then its quite nice and comfortable (at least in my opinion).

// Frank
andyy1
Novize
Posts: 10
Joined: Thu Dec 29, 2016 10:06 pm

Re: Dkw throttle problem

Post by andyy1 » Sat Dec 31, 2016 6:35 pm

Yeah. Shouldn't take to much to get use to it. Cheers Frank. Happy new year
Post Reply