A speed control system and method of assembling such a system for a power equipment
vehicle such as a lawn mower. The speed control system comprises a speed control
bail that pivots with respect to the vehicle handle bar, a pivot rod, and a cover.
In order to increase the speed of the vehicle the operator pushes the speed control
bail in the forward direction and in order to decrease the speed of the vehicle
the operator pulls the bail in the backward direction. Assembly of the system on
to the vehicle handle bar does not require the use of hand held or power tools
thereby reducing manufacturing time and ultimately reducing production costs.