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Old May 19, 2017 | 05:04 AM
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On my '04 FLH add on compass just spins.
 
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Old May 19, 2017 | 05:10 AM
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Homer1, What's your compass? I've been looking for a discreet digital compass to install on my bike . If I turn around three times , I'm lost! If yours is mechanical it's probably electrical interference
 
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Old May 19, 2017 | 05:41 AM
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I think it just needs to be reset. I should have said I change the battery. it was fine before this. thanks
 
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Old May 19, 2017 | 07:11 AM
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It would help to know what make and model compass you have. Most electronic compasses in cars are calibrated by riding around in circles for a short period. You might try doing that with yours.
 
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Old May 19, 2017 | 07:49 AM
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Many GPS or navigation apps display the compass orientaion relative to your vehicle. You might be able to use that to adjust your compass.
 
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Electronics....radio....speakers....I dunno, magnets??? I've heard that's why you don't see compasses on most all bikes!! I would love to have one, but felt why waste time and money installing one if it won't work!
 
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i have enough people telling me where to go, I do not need a compass
 
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Dakota digital has one, not cheap. Replaces your air temperature gauge.

http://www.dakotadigital.com/index.c...rod/prd953.htm
 
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Originally Posted by brian4.2
Dakota digital has one, not cheap. Replaces your air temperature gauge.

http://www.dakotadigital.com/index.c...rod/prd953.htm

An understatement for sure, lol. $279.00 to tell me what direction I'm going??



(no disrespect meant, brian!)
 
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The sun hasn't failed me yet. rises in the east, sets in the west. Can you google the model for user instructions?
 
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