Twist Throttle Conversion Help

SevereTrauma · 01-21-2021, 08:33 PM

Hello. Wondering if anyone has done a twist throttle conversion on a Bull 200? I bought one on Amazon that I thought would work but the cable won’t ft the bull carb. I need one with barrel ends on both ends.

TxTaoRider · 01-21-2021, 08:55 PM

I bought a 1/4 turn throttle and it came with a longer cable/shorter sheath than my other cables. When I tried using any other cables they didn't have enough adjustment to work. Is that why yours doesn't work?

SevereTrauma · 01-21-2021, 09:05 PM

Thanks for the response. Looks like originally it cut my post off. I need a cable with barrel ends on both ends but I also think it won

Mudflap · 01-22-2021, 06:15 AM

In the old days every motorcycle shop had the parts to make custom cables, but not now. I make my own, usually out of bicycle shift or brake cables. Surely there is a YouTube video on how to do it. Pretty easy.

SevereTrauma · 01-22-2021, 08:42 AM

Thanks. I’m sure that’s the route I will have to go. Started looking into it last night. Will look for some videos on it.

TxTaoRider · 01-22-2021, 08:45 AM

You might look for a cable from an FCR carbed bike or quad. Most dirt bikes and quads (ktms, hondas for sure) used them from mid 90s through 2010 or so. I'm sure there slots of other bikes that use that style of cable, I'm just familiar with the ktms and hondas.

FLASHLIGHTBOY · 01-23-2021, 02:08 PM

look on youtube for ... how to make cable ends.. or cable repairs.. it shows how to melt lead and make a ball cable end.. with a block of wood and drill a hole.. you can always get a cable that is longer and then put the end on... if you know how long you need... go to sites on tell will tell you how long... lots on ebay as well...

Big Bird · 01-23-2021, 03:11 PM

Since those are scooter engines I imagine a 150cc china scooter cable would work since they have the same carb and a twist throttle.

sup_fulks · 02-05-2021, 11:10 AM

FYI i bought this cable from amazon it is 41" long and has a M10 thread, and barrel on both ends.

Race Driven OEM Replacement Throttle Cable for Honda FourTrax TRX250 TRX350 TRX 250 350 ATC250 ATC TRX400EX 400EX 400

Also bought the Pro Taper twist throttle assembly that has the M10 femail thread. Let you know how it all mates up.

Templehorse Twist Throttle Handle Grip + Cable for Cross-country Motorcycle 250 Dirt Pit Motor Bike Motorcycle CRF70 TTR KLX110 SSR Thumpstar YCF(Red)

SevereTrauma · 02-05-2021, 09:12 PM

Working on soldering up my own. Should work good. Ended up cutting it too short today. Another cable on the way. Take two this weekend.

sup_fulks · 02-08-2021, 11:49 AM

The Race Driven cable i listed above is too short so i will be removing about 2" of the cable housing then it should work.

TxTaoRider · 02-08-2021, 01:18 PM

I've ran twist throttles on a couple atvs with mixed results. They are great for control on the quad, but cause issues "off quad". Lol

Let me explain... I had it on a little 200sx honda. When I'd get stuck on a hill or something and I'd get off to push or guide the bike while hanging onto the throttle it would try to kill me. Picture standing next to it giving it throttle and the quad gets traction... the throttle would open up because its sliding out of my hand. Then the back tire runs over my leg. Of course then the throttle slips out of my hand and the rolls back off my let and the foot peg wipes out my shin. Of course I'm able to grab the throttle again and the whole show starts over again. Lol

david3921 · 02-08-2021, 01:57 PM

You guys could try a Handy Throttle;
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I ordered one and will be here tomorrow. I've been using my Rhino for plowing and my thumb's getting sore. 2ZL has a review here;
http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=16414

I'll chime in after install and use.

SevereTrauma · 02-12-2021, 10:39 PM

Ended up making one by soldering one end up. Hopefully it will hold. Gonna toss the old one in my trail bag just in case. Need a new battery tomorrow then I will give it a try.

david3921 · 02-21-2021, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by david3921

You guys could try a Handy Throttle;
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I ordered one and will be here tomorrow. I've been using my Rhino for plowing and my thumb's getting sore. 2ZL has a review here;
http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=16414

I'll chime in after install and use.

Well, I got it installed and was extremely happy until today. The inner sleeve cracked and broke in two places. I believe it had to do with the extreme cold we've been experiencing here in Michigan. I'm going to go out tomorrow to see if I can find something to replace it in the plumbing section of Menards. I do have a piece of black pipe that I think I can get to work but I'm hoping I can find something made out of a sturdier plastic. It'll be easier to work with. I'll probably end up going to a true throttle eventually as it's so much easier on the thumb.

As a side note; I think the plastic would have lasted in a less extreme environment.

01-21-2021, 08:33 PM	#1
SevereTrauma Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 85	Twist Throttle Conversion Help Hello. Wondering if anyone has done a twist throttle conversion on a Bull 200? I bought one on Amazon that I thought would work but the cable won’t ft the bull carb. I need one with barrel ends on both ends. Last edited by SevereTrauma; 01-21-2021 at 09:03 PM.
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01-21-2021, 08:55 PM	#2
TxTaoRider Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Flower Mound Texas Posts: 904	I bought a 1/4 turn throttle and it came with a longer cable/shorter sheath than my other cables. When I tried using any other cables they didn't have enough adjustment to work. Is that why yours doesn't work? __________________ 2021 Tao Tbr7 - "Lucille" Mods so far- Brozz swingarm, 21" front rim (Bridgestone Tw302 rear/Dunlop D606 front tires), Digital gauge cluster, pz30b pumper carb, after market hand guards, aftermarket brake and clutch levers, round fold away mirrors, Fly handlebars shortened slightly, 13t front sprocket 2009 Q-link Legacy 250 1982 Suzuki GS1100ES - "Jolene"
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01-22-2021, 08:45 AM	#6
TxTaoRider Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Flower Mound Texas Posts: 904	You might look for a cable from an FCR carbed bike or quad. Most dirt bikes and quads (ktms, hondas for sure) used them from mid 90s through 2010 or so. I'm sure there slots of other bikes that use that style of cable, I'm just familiar with the ktms and hondas. __________________ 2021 Tao Tbr7 - "Lucille" Mods so far- Brozz swingarm, 21" front rim (Bridgestone Tw302 rear/Dunlop D606 front tires), Digital gauge cluster, pz30b pumper carb, after market hand guards, aftermarket brake and clutch levers, round fold away mirrors, Fly handlebars shortened slightly, 13t front sprocket 2009 Q-link Legacy 250 1982 Suzuki GS1100ES - "Jolene"
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01-23-2021, 02:08 PM	#7
FLASHLIGHTBOY Join Date: May 2009 Location: SASKATOON Posts: 1,161	Cable end look on youtube for ... how to make cable ends.. or cable repairs.. it shows how to melt lead and make a ball cable end.. with a block of wood and drill a hole.. you can always get a cable that is longer and then put the end on... if you know how long you need... go to sites on tell will tell you how long... lots on ebay as well... __________________ DEALER FOR ZSTAR & GIO PRODUCTS, TAOTAO ABIBABA ATV ETC
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01-23-2021, 03:11 PM	#8
Big Bird Join Date: May 2020 Location: California Posts: 169	Since those are scooter engines I imagine a 150cc china scooter cable would work since they have the same carb and a twist throttle. __________________ 2020 Boom Vader Gen 2 2019 CSC TT250 2021 Kayo Fox 70
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01-21-2021, 09:05 PM	#3
SevereTrauma Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 85	Thanks for the response. Looks like originally it cut my post off. I need a cable with barrel ends on both ends but I also think it won
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01-22-2021, 06:15 AM	#4
Mudflap Join Date: Sep 2014 Posts: 1,876	In the old days every motorcycle shop had the parts to make custom cables, but not now. I make my own, usually out of bicycle shift or brake cables. Surely there is a YouTube video on how to do it. Pretty easy.
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01-22-2021, 08:42 AM	#5
SevereTrauma Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 85	Thanks. I’m sure that’s the route I will have to go. Started looking into it last night. Will look for some videos on it.
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02-05-2021, 11:10 AM	#9
sup_fulks Join Date: Feb 2021 Posts: 13	FYI i bought this cable from amazon it is 41" long and has a M10 thread, and barrel on both ends. Race Driven OEM Replacement Throttle Cable for Honda FourTrax TRX250 TRX350 TRX 250 350 ATC250 ATC TRX400EX 400EX 400 Also bought the Pro Taper twist throttle assembly that has the M10 femail thread. Let you know how it all mates up. Templehorse Twist Throttle Handle Grip + Cable for Cross-country Motorcycle 250 Dirt Pit Motor Bike Motorcycle CRF70 TTR KLX110 SSR Thumpstar YCF(Red)
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02-05-2021, 09:12 PM	#10
SevereTrauma Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 85	Working on soldering up my own. Should work good. Ended up cutting it too short today. Another cable on the way. Take two this weekend.
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02-08-2021, 11:49 AM	#11
sup_fulks Join Date: Feb 2021 Posts: 13	The Race Driven cable i listed above is too short so i will be removing about 2" of the cable housing then it should work.
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02-08-2021, 01:18 PM	#12
TxTaoRider Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Flower Mound Texas Posts: 904	I've ran twist throttles on a couple atvs with mixed results. They are great for control on the quad, but cause issues "off quad". Lol Let me explain... I had it on a little 200sx honda. When I'd get stuck on a hill or something and I'd get off to push or guide the bike while hanging onto the throttle it would try to kill me. Picture standing next to it giving it throttle and the quad gets traction... the throttle would open up because its sliding out of my hand. Then the back tire runs over my leg. Of course then the throttle slips out of my hand and the rolls back off my let and the foot peg wipes out my shin. Of course I'm able to grab the throttle again and the whole show starts over again. Lol __________________ 2021 Tao Tbr7 - "Lucille" Mods so far- Brozz swingarm, 21" front rim (Bridgestone Tw302 rear/Dunlop D606 front tires), Digital gauge cluster, pz30b pumper carb, after market hand guards, aftermarket brake and clutch levers, round fold away mirrors, Fly handlebars shortened slightly, 13t front sprocket 2009 Q-link Legacy 250 1982 Suzuki GS1100ES - "Jolene"
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02-08-2021, 01:57 PM	#13
david3921 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,031	You guys could try a Handy Throttle; https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I ordered one and will be here tomorrow. I've been using my Rhino for plowing and my thumb's getting sore. 2ZL has a review here; http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=16414 I'll chime in after install and use. __________________ 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1984 Honda Magna V65 2016 Rhino 250 2016 Tao Tao 125D
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02-12-2021, 10:39 PM	#14
SevereTrauma Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 85	Ended up making one by soldering one end up. Hopefully it will hold. Gonna toss the old one in my trail bag just in case. Need a new battery tomorrow then I will give it a try.
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