stewgnu

Heh! Sensor mount is simple and well designed- just like me. Would a 5-pin relay such as the type fitted under the bikes seat work in this instance? I've got half a dozen spares lying about... Or I found this locally: http://www.maplin.co.uk/p/12v5a-miniature-relay-fj43w

I've messaged the supplier, no suggestions from them as yet. Solid state relay eh? Tell me more! Here's latest pix of the sensor mount and gauge re-location program:

Cheers Stuart, any pointers gratefully received. Edit: It was the wrong ignition wire- it's Green/black, not Green. Also realised it needed a separate wire run to the battery... What a dope I am. Just the wonky neutral to sort now.

Yes, a mate said maybe contact the manufacturer about it. The speedo feels to be under-reading but that's just my arse-on-the-bike sensor- I don't know for sure yet. Poss the revs too... hmmmmmm

Unfortunately, there's no info I can find on the neutral light signal or troubleshooting. In theory it still does the job... when it's off I know I'm in neutral! Bit unnerving to see the wee green 'N' winking at me whilst moving though. I'd like to get it sorted obviously. I used all 6 magnets as the instructions state: "... Higher number of magnets installed will result in a faster speed display on the gauge." I can't compare to using less, but it does read nice and quick. I've just cut a sensor bracket out of a piece of ally, another little snag sorted. I also mounted the speedo off to one side and it looks much better in my opinion. One more snag is the fuel light. At the moment it's tucked away with all it's wiry buddies in the headlight. One thought I had was to drill a (nother) hole in the bucket, maybe at the top or rear, and mount the light there. Like an informative barnacle. Either that or get used to peering into the tank regularly!

So the full (edited!) wiring details are as follows: Function V11 wire to Koso wire --------------------------------------------------- Turn L Pink Blue H/Beam Brown Yellow Turn R Green Orange Oil Blue/Black Grey Neutral Purple Purple Fuel White/Yellow Dark Green (Not used) Positive Battery + Red Ground Black Black Ignition Green/Black Brown RPM wire Yellow/Black Blue/Yellow The revs are set to 'Hi Active' on the unit settings for correct functioning (Whatever that means). Wheelbase measured at around 1858mm. I've not had the opportunity to validate the measured speed as yet... One problem I do have is that the neutral light is 'on' when in gear, and 'off; when in neutral. I'd love it if someone who knew about electrics could enlighten me as to why this may be occurring.

Stage 2 reached : Unit came with 6 magnets so I used them all. I found some 'Super Steel' epoxy and attached to the disc mounting bolts: I copied Stuarto49's idea for mounting the sensor off a plate attached to a hole drilled thru the caliper mount. The pic shows a temporary plastic plate- the final one will be cut out of a bit of metal: Here's a pic of first wire-up following a good, hard crimping sesh: Another temporary measure! This is the ignition hook-up wire, traced back from the key switch to the 4-way connector that sits behind the front left edge of the pekky tank. It'll want splicing in properly to finish: Another view of both ends of the crimps. Can also see where I've cut 2 new holes in the bottom of the headlight bucket and lined with grommets to allow me to hide the wires in there: All tucked away: A shot of the new unit in place, using the original mount. I'm not 100% pleased with the location yet- it kinda fouls the key somewhat and the key fouls the selection buttons. Probably will make a whole new mount up at a later date for best placement:

Hooray my replacement clock has arrived. I'll take pics + document the fit just in case it's useful for anyone else. So, old clocks are now removed, including speedo cable which was severed at the yolk-end right where that wicked bend lies. When I unscrewed the end at the tranny, it released a good amount of rain water which I assume wasn't helping the longevity of the cable. Plus, at the back of the clocks, one speedo wire and two tacho wires were severed... who knows why, but that'll be the flickering lights then eh? The wiring colours on my bike differ from the previous threads I've read, so here's my bike's colour-scheme: PINK - TURN R BROWN - H/BEAM GREEN - TURN L BLACK/BLUE - OIL PURPLE - NEUTRAL WHITE/YELLOW - FUEL As I've the Ballabio handlebars, yet have a sport headlight fitted, the front end looks kinda empty without the OE clocks. The new unit is reet cool + compact looking so I'm wondering how best to fit it, aesthetically. It has a fuel meter like the other Koso units; as no-one seems able to hook them up to our beautiful, desirable beasts, I'm thinking of maybe retaining the fuel light and mounting it separately off to one side. Tomorrow I start the installation and amateur fotograffy. Stew

When first I got my V11, I had a (bad) habit of giving her a little throttle when starting her up... Eventually I found out that this was causing some sort of back-pressure-pulse, putting strain on the boots/clips and causing them too eventually pop off. At least, that's what I thought was happening.... I don't do it anymore and my boots stay put. Thought I'd share... Stew

Nice one Stuart, I'm almost looking forward to pretending to be an 'trician now. I'm going to need a round back-box or cup, whatever, to fit my unit... Getting one that's something like could be difficult.

Yes, ignition switch- isn't it normally fitted with a 10a fuse?? A couple of the the Clever Electrickery Eggs'll be along to enlighten you soon enough. Sounds like you disturbed a lot of the wiring etc, might be worth going through it and checking nothing's pinched or come loose? Stew

See you went for the GT over the ST- probably a good move. Profile looks ok, no? Could you post a pic looking at the back of the bike when it's fitted?

Do cheeky buggers pinch fuel these days? I remember it once was a concern for lockless pekky-tanks.

My 180 avon took some cursing to fit... Loving that fat behind though!

Steve, what problems did you have with the OE cap? Did you change it just for aesthetics? Stew

Watching with interest as my koso cafe-combined is due any day now... Stu, what front-wheel set-up have you put in place? I did ask the forum about this but got no response (I went for the magnets in the end). Stew

No kidding, they go from 'hmm, looks a bit worn', to 'eek! it's a terminator tyre!' in no time. I put Avon 3d's on mine and they are bloomin marvelous- best tyres I've ever used.

Haa! Ok I'm being mean, but she is wont to pout a tad.... I can imagine saying "Now then lass, just hold this big heavy motorbike whilst I sit on it, and get a measure- accurate mind- without dropping it". Then the lip coming out, worried brow-lines raising and heavy uncertainty showing in the body language. I need a big, strong man in my life.

Mmm, never set sag before, always just got on and rode it... Doesn't it take a couple or three people to sit/hold/measure the bike? All I have is one small, petulant wife.

Really nice! I've got a set of those pannier racks- they're well good. The soft panniers are great too, if not particularly waterproof, with a real sweet latch system. I see the alt cover's been painted; that's on my list too! Stew

Cosh?

Hopefully! Sheffield roads got hammered a few winters ago and they're yet to repair most of them. Bike suspension takes a thumping round these parts. I went for the black sproing (Scud will approve!) and, whilst I was feeling generous towards myself, also got one of these ordered: http://www.moorespeedracing.co.uk/cafe-racer-guages/koso-combined-guage-for-cafe-racer.html Also in black with a black bezel for my black, black heart. Looking forward to cursing quietly at first, then progressively longer and louder as I attempt to fit the b*stard. Stew

Well I wanted a Nitron but they don't make them for our bikes. So I too have a Hyperpro on order, hooray, but apparently there's a 4-5 week wait. Booo. Might have to take paso up on his offer of shock-loanage as we're getting some nice sunshine rolling in. (Are you a whisky drinker paso?) Yet again Maxton showed no interest....

Mine's a ballabio with the stock handlebars + pegses (but the screen removed so it looks like a sport). It's duckin great. Only when I'm really tankin along at motorway speeds, 100 - 120mph, do I wish I had rearsets and clips. I have found that the pillion pegs can be used as rearsets... after a fashion! Then I saw these which are sorely tempting me: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131329992767?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Oh, I'm a scrawny 5'11" with reet long plasterers arms.

"Top Speed 136 (claimed)" I have personally taken mine right round the clock 'till it would not go any further. Which must be at least 140, 145... Then the clock broke.