Norge throttle body linkage ball socket

[kja]

My resurrected 2006 Norge throttle body linkage ball socket has failed.  There was an old thread on this forum from 2016 that mentioned a Mercedes
part that was used.  The part is still available but looks a bit different than pictured from 2016.  Since it was viewed a few thousand times I assume it is a common problem.  Has anyone used this Mercedes part recently or is there a better solution?

Kendall

[Antietam Classic Cycle]

There might be something here that will work for you:
https://www.mcmaster.com/products/ball-socket-end-fittings-for-ball-studs-for-gas-springs/

[kja]

Thanks.  For the time being I wired it up.  Now to order a replacement.

Kendall

[Tkelly]

That happened to my Stelvio and my buddy stuffed some gum wrapper in it which held until I was given a new one.The bike needed to be tuned .Mine failed because the nut on the linkage somehow came loose causing vibration that damaged the cup.