Choke cable stuck

[Tom Nolan]

Hi everyone,

The choke cable on my FJ1100 is stuck. It is the cable itself or the switch mechanism inside the switch box on the steering handle which is causing the problem, not the rod attached to the carburettor.

I am away and can not inspect it right now, but I am thinking of how to solve this issue anyway.

Is it likely to be the cable itself or the switch mechanism inside the switch box? Will I eventually need a new cable or any other parts for the switch, or can I split open the box and do an easier fix somehow?


All the best

[aviationfred]

You can order a new choke cable here.

https://rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=M%2FC%3A84-85ChokeCable


Fred

[red]

Tom,

Chances are, the old choke cable is toast.  Once you get a new choke cable, you may have to cut the old cable to remove it.  You can get a dedicated cable lube tool - click the link:

Cable Lube Tool



Most motorcycle shops will have this item, but the retail prices can be a surprise.  The cable goes into the lange hole, and the skinny red straw goes into the small hole.  A shot of good quality petroleum lube (which is NOT WD-40) every month or two will keep all of your cables healthy.

[Pat Conlon]

The 4 small choke actuator plungers and/or the slider rod on your carbs could also be gummed up.
Disconnect the choke cable at the carbs and make sure the choke rod slides freely.and plungers plunge.
Chances are, the problem is not your choke cable or the handlebar twist lever, but some gummed up carbs or choke linkage. 

[Tom Nolan]

Thanks! I had no issues choking the carbs directly pushing/pulling the rod, so I think it it must be the cable or handlebar twist lever. Probably the cable then, as that's the hunch you're getting, and since the handlebar twist lever kind of works though the cable feels stuck. I was able to move the twist lever slightly.

I've ordered a cable lube tool and lube, and if that doesn't fix it, I'll get a new cable as well.

Looking forward to spring! This and going over the front suspension (oil leak) and we're ready for another season. Awesome bike.

[Meltdown480]

There also should be a small hook on the mount where the cable is held on the carb before it directly attaches. If it comes unhooked from the metal end of the cable it'll just pull the entire cable through the mount rather that the middle wire only.