One way or another, this 'twitchy' foot pedal design flaw is going to be fixed. Get the best deals on ATV, Side-by-Side & UTV Parts & Accessories for Kubota RTV-XG850 Sidekick when you shop the largest online selection at. While it probably isn't dangerous to a human (especially if they are seat belted) it sure as heck is dangerous to my brand new $20,000 machine! As it is right now, there is no way I'm going to let anyone else drive this machine. One way or another, this 'twitchy' foot pedal design flaw is going to be fixed. One solution I've heard is to simply replace the return spring with a stronger spring. There is simply no excuse for having such a sensitive throttle that it's almost impossible to have controlled and steady 1-5 mph operation.Ī replacement foot pedal is $35 from Messicks (plus their outrageous shipping cost) I might just buy one to experiment with to see if I can seriously reduce the pedal sensitivity. There is simply no excuse for this condition to still exist after almost 3 years of production. or moving it to service it on the rack - is extremely difficult and frustrating. Furthermore, doing fine work - like spraying around buildings, trees etc. It is very easy to have an out of control forward or rearward acceleration with this thing. I was ready and - I thought prepared - for it and I was still surprised by it. I consider it a major safety issue, personally.

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