Howdy all!

I got some time last night to do a short shakedown run in my backyard. Per the trip meter, I got 2/10 of a mile. I got her up to 2nd gear which is probably around 15-20 mph.

I found it strange that the trip meter would work, but not the speedometer. If I remember correctly, both receive their input from the speedometer cable. If that's the case, I might have something wrong internally with the speedometer.

Anyone have a similar experience? Any ideas?

I plan on checking the cable to see that it's connected and not broken. I know the battery is weak, but I don't think that'll have any impact on a cable driven speedometer.

Thanks in advance!

 

If your trip meter works but your odometer doesn't then yes the problem is internal to the speedo.
You're gonna need a new one.

 

That's what I'm afraid of...trying to find a FLHTP speedo will probably be difficult. I might try to find a similar speedo and can the parts internally to keep the original face.

This just got me thinking. I need to disassemble the speedo to see if the needle is properly seated on the needle shaft.

 

any time i'm at a motorcycle swap meet i'm on the lookout for parts for my 85. i had 2 extra speedos, i'm now down to 1 that the needle doesn't work on but the number barrels are still good. swapping parts in the speedos is pretty easy, it's the taking them apart that takes the time.

 

Yeah, I need to start looking for swap meets near the Houston area. Ebay has a few units, but not police faces (I can swap them out). They all range in the $250-$300...even the crappy ones that have been severely damaged!

I've taken that speedo out of the case to fix the turn and oil indicator light filters (popped out, so I glued it back in). Getting to the Speedo isn't too bad...and I've taken others apart before...I just need to get to it and figure out which part is bad...and if I can find a replacement.

Thanks for the comments/suggestions.

 

the 2 units i bought were in bad shape one i got for $4 the other one might have been $5. i just got them for parts.

 

I used to have a link for a guy who did speedometer repairs on bikes and cars. I bet he could rebuild/fix yours. Google speedometer repair if you're interested. I believe this particular guy was recommended pretty highly by the guy who posted the link (another motorcycle forum). I think the link I have is on my work computer so if you want it, post something up and i'll see if I can find it on monday.

carl

 

Even if the OP doesn't I'll bet others could benefit from your information.

 

Here's a link that I had .... I don't have any experience with the site so I can't vouch for their work.


http://www.eyezongauges.com/Harley_D...air_s/1841.htm


Here's another linkI found doing a search on this forum


http://www.sandiegothespeedoshop.com...ometer-service


from this thread


https://www.hdforums.com/forum/sport...eedometer.html

 

Yes.

https://www.bobsspeedometer.com/1/120/index.asp


carl