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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 04:12 PM
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I've got a 08 Super Glide and I'm thinking of just taking the speedometer off for now. Are there any electrical issues or other issues concerned with the bike that may be effected by this? I'm running turn signals still but those might be coming off soon too.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 04:28 PM
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im currentlly running no speedo without any issues... you will most likely have thrown a code when you put it back on... but its easily cleared
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 04:50 PM
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So that's why we have so many low milage Harley's running around...
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 04:54 PM
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so that's why we have so many low milage harley's running around...
yep!!
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 05:05 PM
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You may throw a code, but you won't know it. I feel you will go through hell claiming any warranty issues without accurate, and validated mileage, or your ability to see warning of potential issues from warning lights or codes. I also think unaccountable mileage will have consequences when you go to sell or trade-in the bike.

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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 05:09 PM
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sorry... double post
 
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Originally Posted by rocknrick
So that's why we have so many low milage Harley's running around...
not hardly... most of it comes from people buying lower mileage speedos off ebay before they sell... thats why I only buy brand new bikes lol..
 
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If you want to still know your speed with the speedo disconucted hang a GPS, it will tell you your speed.
 
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On my XJ750 cafe i built i ran no speedo, i hated it!!! everytime i passed a cop my *** puckered wondering if i was going to get popped... also check city laws i know in some states if you do not have a speedo they will impound your ride
 
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No speedo here. Mine is so old it is considered "mileage exempt" by the state of TX, no problem!
 
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