EVO All Evo Model Discussion

96 Heritage Speedometer issue.

Old Mar 30, 2018 | 09:48 PM
  #1  
Steven Carr's Avatar
Steven Carr
Thread Starter
|
Stage III
Joined: Jun 2016
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
From: NY
Default 96 Heritage Speedometer issue.

I posted this in a different spot and someone recommended I post it here.

Hi, I just picked up a 96 Heritage Nostalgia from my Step dad. It was my step brother’s bike unfortunately he passed away last year. I’m bringing it to a shop tomorrow to get a service, new tires and a look over.
one issue I know of is the LCD millage part of the speedo is a messed up so can’t see the correct millage. Can I just buy a new one in and plug it in and will show millage or do I need to contact Harley? I’ve seen videos online that show people just swapping Speedo out with aftermarket ones but they are newer bikes. And info would be great. Thanks.
 
Reply
Old Mar 30, 2018 | 10:23 PM
  #2  
im's Avatar
im
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 6,086
Likes: 1,128
From:
Default

If it is the factory speedometer with the LCD odometer display then you are probably describing the LCD leak.
Some units have a few dark specs while other have what looks like an ink blot area that covers a significant portion of the LCD odometer display.
If you google images then you will probably find some that look like yours.
The actual speedometer is NOT plug and play for that era.
It has about 12 wires that are hard wired.
The mileage shown by odometer is stored in the actual speedometer for that era.
Again, your unit is not plug and play.
It is different from the units with the plug in the back.
The mileage is in the speedometer only.
There are update replacement options but they require a wire harness purchase and you need to decide if mileage reinstatement is required.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
flhrbill
Want To Buy Motorcycles/Parts/Accessories
1
May 22, 2019 01:59 PM
Steven Carr
Softail Models
2
Mar 31, 2018 06:25 AM
filip75
Dyna Glide Models
0
Oct 20, 2013 08:26 PM
shineybike
Softail Models
1
Apr 1, 2010 04:02 PM
uh60surgeon
Ignition/Tuner/ECM/Fuel Injection
2
Mar 10, 2008 08:41 AM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:58 AM.

story-0
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson built its reputation on nostalgia, but every so often, the company took a hard left turn into the future.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-20 11:18:19


VIEW MORE
story-1
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles

Slideshow: The bar-and-shield logo shows up on far more than motorcycles, some of the company's most unexpected products have nothing to do with riding.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 16:50:35


VIEW MORE
story-2
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: Not every Harley gets it right, but these are the ones that genuinely earned their reputation.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-15 14:23:21


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: From the troubled AMF years to modern misfires, these bikes earned reputations for reliability issues, questionable engineering, or disappointing performance.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-01 20:01:09


VIEW MORE
story-4
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In

Slideshow: Killer Custom's "Jail Breaker" build focuses more on stance and visual aggression than mechanical overhaul.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-18 19:20:32


VIEW MORE
story-5
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?

Slideshow: The Swiss custom shop has taken a Harley Softail and stretched it into something so long and low that it looks closer to a rolling sculpture than a conventional motorcycle.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-07 16:15:30


VIEW MORE
story-6
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson's new RMCR concept revives the café racer formula with modern hardware-and it may be exactly the reset the company needs.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-04 12:23:37


VIEW MORE
story-7
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II

Slideshow: A standard cruiser becomes an intricate metal canvas in the hands of a Swiss custom house known for pushing Harley-Davidson platforms far beyond their factory brief.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-02-24 18:19:44


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy

Slideshow: There is no shortage of great motorcycles to buy, but we would avoid these ten.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-02-19 14:50:51


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson's challenges aren't abstract; they show up in dropping shipments, shrinking dealer traffic, and strategic decisions that aren't yet translating into growth.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-01-13 18:33:17


VIEW MORE