Speedometer Question
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2012
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From: SW Burbs
I've noticed the same thing already in the first couple weeks of having my RG. Cruising on the interstate at 75-77mph it appeared that more people were passing me than is typical when I do that speed in the car, so I started to wonder. Then the other night I was following my wife home. My speedo showed 65-67, she said she was doing 62-63 according to her car's speedo.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2007
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From: north of Daytona
mine too.
Novice
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Kansas
I have a Garmin on my Ultra, and in Map mode (no-destination-set) it displays your speed. I find that on the highway you will find your actual speed, according to Garmin, is about 3-4 mph slower than speedometer. Faster you go, farther off it gets. Haven't had to sell that idea to a law enforcement officer yet, knock on wood!! Good luck!
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2011
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From: Deep South, Louisiana
I would get the dealership to fix it and document the faulty speedometer. Take the paperwork to the District Attornys Office before way before the court date. Yes it may cost you more than if you fixed it yourself but you have a dealership showing a faulty speedo. This should have the citation dismissed.
I alway use my GPS for speed as it is more accurate than the speedometer. My bike is always 3-5 mph off depending on my speed.
I alway use my GPS for speed as it is more accurate than the speedometer. My bike is always 3-5 mph off depending on my speed.
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