GS steering column shroud removal

[kizersoze]

I am trying to remove the steering column shroud from a 97 GS and can't figure out how to get the bottom section free. The choke cable runs though it. Do I have to remove the end from the carb and draw the cable up through it or is there a way to release the knob end without removing the cable?? Appreciate any help.

 

[Minnetonka4me]

theres two screws hiding under the button holder and throttle lever. loosen the set screw and pull them outwards to expose them.

 

[kizersoze]

I already have those released and have the Dess removed but the choke cable also runs through one of the openings. I removed the nut from the back of the choke assembly but cannot get it to release. The only thing I can figure is to release the choke cable from the carb and pull the cable all the way out.

 

[LouDoo]

Yep, you got it, loosen the two set screws on the carb. butterflies, the cable retaining screw and remove it as an assembly.

Lou

 

[kizersoze]

Thanks Minnetonka4me and LouDoo (Looks like a Kentucky Wildcat sweatshirt you're wearing in your photo. I'm a true blue UK fan myself. Spent my youth in Morehead.). I was afraid of that. I was hoping there was an easier way. Guess not.