New LED voltmeter w/ pics

[jkyle187]

Here is what I did today...I really don't like it but it will work for now...im gonna look for a analog voltmeter, ya cant see it in bright daylight,,

http://www.ebay.com/itm/171254364420?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

 

[Born2Ride]

Hi, i hope you dont mind a noob question, what is the use or need for it?

 

[95spfldmax]

This is the one I have in black. Very small. Very bright. Stuck it right in front of my clutch reservoir. Don't even notice it when lights are off.

http://www.compacc.com/p/kuryakyn-l...scplp2823567&gclid=CKbhl-LX4cECFVPl7Aodfj4AhA

 

[jkyle187]

Its just a $15 early warning low voltage meter. If it reads below 12 volts...time to get it to the shop and it looks cool...

 

[Buster Hymen]

I like how the case of the volt meter matches the speedo cover. LED is hard to see in the sunlight, an LCD one would be nice

 

[Buster Hymen]

Hi, i hope you dont mind a noob question, what is the use or need for it?

The VMax has a notoriously weak and problem prone charging system. Think of this as an early detection system.

 

[Born2Ride]

i see, so it s basicly to see if charging system is healty and if something happens you know alredy where it comes from.
Thanks, good to know

 

[Lew L]

Just bought 2 of the Kuryakyn meters today. I had looked into this years ago but these L.E.D. meters look a little different. Spec's say they are good to 0.5 volt. Close enough for me. I think they mount with sticky tape----I'll make some sheet alum or stainless brackets to get the angle right.
Just another winter project.:thumbs up:

Lew

 

[frank5079]

I was thinking of a similar mod, but relocating the factory tach right next to the speedo just like in your pic.

 

[likembikem]

My opinion and experiance with the Kuryakyn meters: They are way too bright. I have one on my DRZ400s (which alerted me to a bad alternator, now replaced). It is mounted under the speedo assy. I had to cover all the LED's except for the 14v green one with black electrical tape, and at night I can still see the others. The main problem is all the LED's are lit, not just the voltage at the present time. The night/day sensor works, but goes from bright to real bright. But as far as accuracy they measure the voltage correct. I did not want to have to tape or cover up part of it on a nice street bike, my other meter is on a tractor.

 

[likembikem]

I do like jkyle187 meter and the job he did, first class. I have also thought of (bear with me) disassembling a Kuryakyn meter and using only 10, 12, and 14v LEDs and mounting them closely together in the dummy indicator blank. Then remote mount the rest of the meter assy. with just small wires running to the LEDs. But with the cost of the Kuryakyn, it would be hard to rip apart a new one.

 

[CrackerRican]

I do like jkyle187 meter and the job he did, first class. I have also thought of (bear with me) disassembling a Kuryakyn meter and using only 10, 12, and 14v LEDs and mounting them closely together in the dummy indicator blank. Then remote mount the rest of the meter assy. with just small wires running to the LEDs. But with the cost of the Kuryakyn, it would be hard to rip apart a new one.

Less than $3.00 on ebay

 

[likembikem]

Wow, now that is tiny. I really like picture #2. I wonder how weather resistant (washing) it is.

 

[CrackerRican]

Wow, now that is tiny. I really like picture #2. I wonder how weather resistant (washing) it is.

Well I made it pretty water resistant with silicone, but less than $3 each I bought a hand full just in case. Its been over 2 yrs now.

 

[likembikem]

I'll check that out on ebay. Thanks for doing the testing. Not quite ready for winter yet, but I will be doing more working than riding very soon. Talk to you later...

 

[Miles Long]

Here is what I did today...I really don't like it but it will work for now...I'm gonna look for a analog voltmeter, ya cant see it in bright daylight.

If it's analog you want, check out the Equus line of gauges. I used only the voltmeter from the 8100 series - a gauge set. About 30 dollars. 1 1/2" diameter. The gauge has an adjusting pot, so you can dial it in to true battery voltage. Also has illumination. Has worked for me flawlessly for two seasons now.
Cheers!

 

[CrackerRican]

Here is what I did today...I really don't like it but it will work for now...I'm gonna look for a analog voltmeter, ya cant see it in bright daylight.

If it's analog you want, check out the Equus line of gauges. I used only the voltmeter from the 8100 series - a gauge set. About 30 dollars. 1 1/2" diameter. The gauge has an adjusting pot, so you can dial it in to true battery voltage. Also has illumination. Has worked for me flawlessly for two seasons now.
Cheers!

Nice Miles, you have a work of art there.great job

 

[CrackerRican]

I'll check that out on ebay. Thanks for doing the testing. Not quite ready for winter yet, but I will be doing more working than riding very soon. Talk to you later...

I tried to grab a link for you, but my phone wouldn't do it. Just type in .28" LED voltage meter on ebay

 

[CrackerRican]

http://www.amazon.com/DROK-Surface-Digital-Voltmeter-Detector/dp/B00C58QIOM

Here's an Amazon link, price is a little higher though



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[95spfldmax]

Less than $3.00 on ebay

Very nice!!