I have a basket case 1985 ZL900 that I am putting back together. I am having trouble attaching the end of the choke cable to the carburetors. I think I have figured out the cable slot where the choke cable should attach (the slider bar on the top right of the carbs), but if this is true, then the choke cable is too short. Is this the right connection point, and if so, am I missing a piece? Thank you

The front choke on a motorcycle is typically used to help start the engine by enriching the fuel mixture when the engine is cold. The choke is usually controlled by a lever or button located near the throttle, and is typically only needed when starting the engine from a cold state.

To connect the front choke on a 2000 Suzuki Intruder 1400, you will need to locate the choke cable and follow it to the carburetor or throttle body. The choke cable will typically have a small lever or plunger at the carburetor end, which is connected to the choke mechanism inside the carburetor or throttle body.

To connect the choke cable, you will need to attach one end of the cable to the lever or button near the throttle, and the other end to the lever or plunger at the carburetor end. Make sure the cable is properly seated in the levers or plungers and can move freely.

It's important to note that every motorcycle is different, and the specific choke mechanism on a 2000 Suzuki Intruder 1400 may differ from the general information I have provided. If you are having difficulty connecting the choke on your motorcycle, it is always best to consult a service manual or a wiring diagram specific to your make and model.

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As far as not running without choke, you really need to pull the carbies down and give them a once-over. Did the bike spend a lot of time off the road? Old gas turns into jelly and really blocks jets. Check the diaphragms and clean the jets. Carburetor cleaner (dry cleaning fluid) will help. Check float level as well. Putting gunk through the fuel will likely dislodge some scale and really block things up.

Is it the correct one? Usually if something won't fit where it is supposed to, then you have the wrong bit.

This Carb was using in Toyotas (i.e. 87 PickUp), according with this, check this removal ans installing ptocedure.

1 Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2 Loosen the radiator drain plug and drain the coolant into a suitable container.
3 Unscrew the mounting screws and remove the air filter housing. Disconnect all hoses and lines leading from the air cleaner.
4 Tag and disconnect all fuel, vacuum, coolant and electrical lines or hoses leading from the carburetor.
5 Disconnect the accelerator linkage from the carburetor. On cars equipped with an automatic transmission, disconnect the throttle cable linkage running from the transmission.
6 Remove the four carburetor mounting bolts and lift off the carburetor and its gasket.
Cover the manifold opening with a clean rag to prevent anything from falling into the engine.

7 Install the carburetor (with a new gasket), tighten the mounting bolts EVENLY in steps and reconnect all linkage.
8 Start the engine and check for any leaks. Check the float level.

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Its just basically how the end of the choke cable is attaching to the choke plate. Change the approach angle of the cable onto the choke mechanism

Hi !
Firstly see if the choke wire is stuck from inside itself or from the Carburetor side.
To check this you will need to pull - push the small knob on the Carburetor where the choke wire is attached. If it moves freely then the choke wire is stuck in itself.

If it is stuck from the Carburetor side then you could use a spray like WD40 to free the leaver.

Else disengage the wire from the Carburetor and pull the wire out from the inside. Clean the wire and lubricate it by using any good lubricant (engine oil works the best). Then slowly push the cable back and fasten the wire back with the Carburetor.
Regards
Berry.

check the connector for remnants of the insulation from the cable, and check the snapped ends to see which fit together - might save your bacon!

Dawn it is running lean if it will run on 1/3 choke when you choke it like that it actually restricts the air flow into the carburetor my suggestion would be to remove the carburetor and clean it real good and try that first before going anywhere else