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Bob Hichborn
Joined: 12 Feb 2004 Posts: 404 Location: Orlando, Fl
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Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2004 7:50 pm Post subject: The Pulse speedometer |
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Ok, does anyone know where the speedometer "sender" came from. The one on #77 was in bad shape and I need 2 more for the new frames. Since I have the axles and hubs all fabricated I really would prefer to get an exact match, so I don't have to go back in and refab parts. _________________ "Everyday you wake up with a Pulse,
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steve 195 Guest
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Posted: Tue Dec 07, 2004 10:39 pm Post subject: |
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The drive is the same as used front wheel driven speedometers on some harley motorcycle, I have actually compared mine to one installed on a bike but have not verified the ratio. There are several different ones available with different spacers wheel size ratios etc. I also had a cable made by a harley shop. |
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Steve C. Schmidt Guest
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Posted: Tue Dec 07, 2004 10:56 pm Post subject: speedo |
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Bob Cervero submitted the following to the Repair Tips Webpage.......
A few years ago, I bought a very nice bright LED electronic speedometer from JC Whitney. I had it in my truck for a long time. It used 4 magnets wired to the driveshaft and a magnetic sensor. It was calibrated by following another car at a known speed and adjusting a knob on the back. Maybe they still offer it. The problem would be finding a place to mount the magnets on a pulse.
I found a repair manual for the 400cc Yamaha engine in my Pulse #61. The manual is for a 1976-1981 Yamaha motorcycle. It looks like the speedometer gear located down on the front wheel of my Pulse is the same one that came on a 1976-1981 Yamaha XS360 and XS400 motorcycle. This suggests you may get a replacement from a Yamaha dealer or motorcycle salvage yard. You probably will have to use the worm gear from your Litestar/Pulse to maintain the proper speed ratio. It is very easy to change. |
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Bob Hichborn
Joined: 12 Feb 2004 Posts: 404 Location: Orlando, Fl
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Posted: Wed Dec 08, 2004 4:50 am Post subject: |
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Gentlemen,
thanks for the info. I'll head to my local Honda dealer to see if they can find a match. We also have a very big motorcycle salvage yard here in Orlando. The owner also happens to own a Pulse which is almost ready for the road. I'm trying the get some pictures of the unique frame design and motorcycle front forks that have been installed, but his welder is, for some reason, very protective of his mods. ??? _________________ "Everyday you wake up with a Pulse,
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Bob Hichborn
Joined: 12 Feb 2004 Posts: 404 Location: Orlando, Fl
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Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 7:04 am Post subject: |
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Hal Lazar and I have been trying a figure out what speedometer unit was being used in the Pulse.We have 3 different ones from 3 different Pulses. Hal is presently trying one from a Husqvarna which he says looks very similar to his.
Well, I've given up on the search and am going GPS. There's a wide range of GPS units available for a wide range of applications from boats to runners, all of which display a very accurate speed. No cables, no wires (other than power and maybe an antenna), and no speed "pickup" unit on the axle.
I'm thinking power requirements may be an issue, but since they also run on batteries, I'm not going to let that stop me.
Who's our GPS enthusiasts? Is this a good alternative? If so, #77 will be sporting a digital speedometer and trip mapping system. _________________ "Everyday you wake up with a Pulse,
is a good day!" |
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Nelson Locke
Joined: 26 Aug 2003 Posts: 78 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
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Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 8:11 am Post subject: Speedometer |
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Hey that is a great idea. My speedo is at least 10 mph off and a piece of crap. I have learned to comensate but it would be nice to see how fast I am going as I blow past the conventional 4 wheelers ............- _________________ Pulsing with excitement,
Nelson A. Locke |
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Steve C. Schmidt Guest
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Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 6:25 pm Post subject: |
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Michael Boyson says.......
I used a small LED out of an old computer I took apart. I used electrical shrink wrap to attach the LED to a flexible tube and aimed it at the speedo. It works great.
The nice thing about the bicycle speedo is that it can be calibrated for any size tire. |
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therouj
Joined: 03 May 2004 Posts: 20
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Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 7:02 pm Post subject: |
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Has anybody considered using an electronic speedometers from Autometer. They look like old style speedometers but can be programmed. |
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Bob Hichborn
Joined: 12 Feb 2004 Posts: 404 Location: Orlando, Fl
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Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 9:04 pm Post subject: |
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I looked at the Autometer site and they definitely have some nice products. I couldn't tell if the prices included the speed "pick up" units or just the meter/displays component. In any case, at $300 to $400, I would lean toward getting a GPS unit that has the additional capabilities of navigation and maping. Pretty much all the GPS units are "portable", so you can take it with you in any car. _________________ "Everyday you wake up with a Pulse,
is a good day!" |
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Chuck Furgason
Joined: 26 Aug 2003 Posts: 37
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Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 10:08 pm Post subject: |
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I run a GPS and the only problem i see is sometimes you lose satellite reception. You would want a unit that has a large display that would be easy to read while driving we dont need any accidents.
Chuck |
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therouj
Joined: 03 May 2004 Posts: 20
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Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 10:58 pm Post subject: |
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If you are using a handheld GPS unit, have you somehow mounted it in the dash or do you just refer (in hand) to it as needed? Their prices are definately better than the Autometer gauges I refered to. |
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Falcon Wing
Joined: 14 Sep 2004 Posts: 108 Location: Colorado Springs
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Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2005 9:54 am Post subject: |
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There is a new LCD/LED sppedometer being brought out by Kurayaken.com later this yr...saw it at Daytona...the LED is the tach....
green/yellow/orange/red....the screen also shows ambient temp and charging status of elec. system...
take a look at their web site... |
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Bob Hichborn
Joined: 12 Feb 2004 Posts: 404 Location: Orlando, Fl
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Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2005 8:56 pm Post subject: |
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I didn't have any luck with that web address. Is there site up and running or will be online with the product launch later this year? _________________ "Everyday you wake up with a Pulse,
is a good day!" |
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RFly2Dive
Joined: 14 Apr 2004 Posts: 48 Location: Sebastian, Florida
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2005 8:23 pm Post subject: |
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Bob...I have no idea why all my posts show up as 'Guest' when I am logged in but the correct web address for the LCD speedometer is:
www.kuryakyn.com
and it is on page 95 0f their current catalog--notation is that the item is to be released 'late 2005.' (Listed Under-- Fuel Tank Accessories)
Hope that helps.
Ralph
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RFly2Dive
Joined: 14 Apr 2004 Posts: 48 Location: Sebastian, Florida
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Bob Hichborn
Joined: 12 Feb 2004 Posts: 404 Location: Orlando, Fl
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Posted: Fri Dec 09, 2005 12:47 am Post subject: |
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Since we are speaking of speedometers... I was out at the Performance Racing Expo and Convention last week here in Orlando. I found a standalone speedometer solution that might interest those that are needing to replace their old worn out unit and that don't want to go the GPS route.
Here's the email response I received, which includes the web site and phone contact info. At $200 + it's not inexpensive, but nor is the GPS solution.
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Good morning and thank you for contacting SPA. Our Speedo is a universal unit. All it requires is a 12vdc supply. It gets it's readings from a hall effect magnet type sender. It comes with installation and set up instructions. This is a very easy way to get your speed, trip meter and odometer. You can go to www.spa-design.co.uk and see the manual on this and all of our gauges.
If you have any further questions please feel free to contact me here or at 317-271-7941.
Thank you again
Dave
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