Black Speedo for FXDC
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Black Speedo for FXDC
Hi,
I need your help.
I got a 2008 FXDC (Super Glide Custom) with the dash on the fuel tank. I don't like the white speedo so much. So my question: are there any black 5" speedos, that would fit and work electrically?
I already found out, that the Street Bob has the same speedo, but it's also white. I'm unsure, if other models fit. I read somewhere, some Road Kings should fit as well as some speedos from a Softail.
The original part number is 67096-04C.
My speedo has the following warning lights: engine, fuel, battery, 6th gear, cruise control, ABS and immobilizer.
I don't like the fancy aftermarket or accessories speedos. I like the original look, but in black.
Thanks for your help.
I need your help.
I got a 2008 FXDC (Super Glide Custom) with the dash on the fuel tank. I don't like the white speedo so much. So my question: are there any black 5" speedos, that would fit and work electrically?
I already found out, that the Street Bob has the same speedo, but it's also white. I'm unsure, if other models fit. I read somewhere, some Road Kings should fit as well as some speedos from a Softail.
The original part number is 67096-04C.
My speedo has the following warning lights: engine, fuel, battery, 6th gear, cruise control, ABS and immobilizer.
I don't like the fancy aftermarket or accessories speedos. I like the original look, but in black.
Thanks for your help.
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Totally get where you're coming from. Cant see the numbers properly in daylight and the dial lighting in it is horrible. (There was a thread on how to change the LEDs for better lighting a while back.)
Only one I've seen is the HD analog/digital combo speedo. Has a black face.
Only one I've seen is the HD analog/digital combo speedo. Has a black face.
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At one time there were a few places that sold dial faces.
Some folks got american flags or other designs.
It required owner to open speedometer carefully, remove old face plate, put new one on and then close the unit by bending chrome lip shut.
If you are a DIY type of person it would be the least expensive way to go.
Google Harley speedometer face change or similar. You tube is a good learning tool also.
Some folks got american flags or other designs.
It required owner to open speedometer carefully, remove old face plate, put new one on and then close the unit by bending chrome lip shut.
If you are a DIY type of person it would be the least expensive way to go.
Google Harley speedometer face change or similar. You tube is a good learning tool also.
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There are some sites that will set you up with a completely custom dash insert, but you have to take the speedo apart. Gravestarr Customs is one of them, and he has LOTS of styles to choose from. However, I believe that my stock speedo on my '13 FXDC has a dark/black background. Not sure if that helps, but you might look at other models or see if someone wants to swap their darker speedo with you for your lighter one.
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Hi,
I need your help.
I got a 2008 FXDC (Super Glide Custom) with the dash on the fuel tank. I don't like the white speedo so much. So my question: are there any black 5" speedos, that would fit and work electrically?
I already found out, that the Street Bob has the same speedo, but it's also white. I'm unsure, if other models fit. I read somewhere, some Road Kings should fit as well as some speedos from a Softail.
The original part number is 67096-04C.
My speedo has the following warning lights: engine, fuel, battery, 6th gear, cruise control, ABS and immobilizer.
I don't like the fancy aftermarket or accessories speedos. I like the original look, but in black.
Thanks for your help.
I need your help.
I got a 2008 FXDC (Super Glide Custom) with the dash on the fuel tank. I don't like the white speedo so much. So my question: are there any black 5" speedos, that would fit and work electrically?
I already found out, that the Street Bob has the same speedo, but it's also white. I'm unsure, if other models fit. I read somewhere, some Road Kings should fit as well as some speedos from a Softail.
The original part number is 67096-04C.
My speedo has the following warning lights: engine, fuel, battery, 6th gear, cruise control, ABS and immobilizer.
I don't like the fancy aftermarket or accessories speedos. I like the original look, but in black.
Thanks for your help.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Elect...xZ1nN~&vxp=mtr
If you're gonna pay that much for it, though, you might as well go with one like this:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/DAKOTA-DIGI...FafvMr&vxp=mtr
What I want to know, though, is where I can get the dash panel that your speedo fits in that's black like yours. I find the ones like the Softail one that has one mount screw in the middle, but not ones with the two mount screws on the sides, like yours. Of course, I'd also like to change out the switch to a black one, too, but I've already found that for about $23.
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Thanks for your post and the ideas.
I found out, that I could use a black speedo from a Softail Standard the same year as mine. It has the same optic as mine, but is black.
I don't like those fancy digital instruments.
My dash panel is the stock one - just powder coated in wrinkle black for about $50. It is original chrome on my 2008 FXDC.
I found out, that I could use a black speedo from a Softail Standard the same year as mine. It has the same optic as mine, but is black.
I don't like those fancy digital instruments.
My dash panel is the stock one - just powder coated in wrinkle black for about $50. It is original chrome on my 2008 FXDC.
Be careful if you're thinking about using second-hand speedos pulled from other bikes. I recall that on the later electronic ones, their odometers etc 'marry' to the bike they're first used on, and can't be used on another bike.
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@Davdoodles: thanks for the advice. I will buy a new one, also for the opportunity to get the mileage adjusted.
@TriGeezer: thanks for the picture
@Mallard Slayer: looks good, but I like it more "old school".
@TriGeezer: thanks for the picture
@Mallard Slayer: looks good, but I like it more "old school".