Speedo isn't working on my recently restored STOCK 1974 XLCH...how fast am I going at 3000 RPM in fourth gear?

 

Simple answer. Depends on what trans output sprocket ya'll have on it and 18 or 16" rear wheel. 1974 XLCH is a 21 tooth. I'm running a 23 tooth on my 77 XLH and 3,000 rpm has me right around 60 mph. With the OEM 21 sprocket and 18" rear wheel, 2740 for 51.3 mph and 3320 for 62.1 mph.

 

Sincere thanks. Waaay up north here, I'm not gonna waste riding time on speedo...

 

Are you going uphill or downhill?

 

" 3,000 rpm has me right around 60 mph"
This is a good general guideline: double the first two digits of the RPM to get approximately the MPH

 

It doesn't take much riding time to check if the cable broke and get a new insert if it did.

 

I've already confirmed it's the drive, which means parts ordered to my remote location and wheel removal for repair.

 

You can use a Cell Phone ( Did I say that out loud ) with an app like Waze Quite easy too

 

1. I always wear gloves
2. Wouldn't risk dropping my phone
I'll check Waze out though

 

Only need to check it once. Get it in 4th, then grab phone in left hand and visually note speed vs various rpm for future reference.