Speedometer accuracy?
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Speedometer accuracy?
Wondering what everyones with new model touring bikes are getting on their OE speedometers?
Mine reads about 4 to 5 mph off. Checked it using GPS and just during this morning's ride, a traffic radar speed sign.
Mine reads about 4 to 5 mph off. Checked it using GPS and just during this morning's ride, a traffic radar speed sign.
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I drive through one of those traffic radar speed signs too and it shows 53 mph when my Harley speedo shows 55 mph. When I go through there with my pickup it is spot on. So I guess the bike is off a little. New tires too, so that is not it.
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My Ultra is off about 3 mph at 75 according to my Zumo. My old night train is dead on according to the gps. Only one of our cars is accurate. What I have heard is that they make them slow on purpose.
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My speedometer reading upwards 4 to 5 MPH throws off the odometer. This product will pay for itself after awhile just with its accurate actual mileage contribution. Appreciate the referral and everyones feedbacks.