An engine throttle valve linkage includes an improved construction that can be placed in a space around an engine in an internal cavity of a protective cowling so as to control throttle valves under a synchronized condition. In a preferred mode, the engine includes first and second air intake conduits communicating with combustion chambers in the respective cylinder banks of the V-shaped engine and extending generally along side surfaces of the engine body. The first and second intake conduits have first and second throttle valves, respectively, both regulating an amount of air flowing through the respective intake conduits. A manipulator actuates both the first and second throttle valves. The manipulator includes a pair of manipulating members coupled with the first and second throttle valves. The manipulator is disposed generally between the first and second air intake conduits so as to be positioned on the engine body.
