Heavy Throttle Return Spring

I've noticed that the throttle return spring is fairly robust compared to my other two bikes. Maybe it's something I'll get used to but it would be nice if it wasn't necessary to grip the throttle so tightly to keep it open.

The spring looks like a spiral type mounted to the butterfly shaft. Maybe not the easiest to change out to a slightly lighter tension spring but wondering if anyone has done it successfully.

 

Yes it operates fine, just has more tension than I’m accustomed to. It’s Not unlivable just would be better if it was a tad lighter.

 

Both of my other bikes have throttle cables and smaller grips than the T-Bird. So the T-Bird with fatter grips already has mechanical advantage but is definitely still heavier. I don’t think it’s a problem around town but I’m planning a big trip next month and I’m wondering if it will be fatiguing.

 

I probably just need to man up!