Speedometer Gauge goes on and off while riding

[jboge123]

1980 GS 550 L

Hi guys,

The speedometer, trip counter, and mileage go in and out while riding.

Sometimes it works sometimes it doesn't. Was riding in totally dry conditions the other day and this kept happening.

Anyone know what is the culprit?

Thanks
Andrew

 

[Big T]

First thing to check is the cable.
Undo it at the bottom and pull out the overflow inner. See if it is still in one piece

 

[TxGSrider]

When it stops working, are you moving? lol

 

[Redman]

You can undo the cable at the bottom, then pull the inner cable out of the sheath to inspect (as mentioned above).

or

You can undo the cable from back of the speedo, then spin the wheel and see if the inner cable is spinning, if you see it spinning that doesnt mean all is okay, hold it lightly with your fingers and see if that stopps it, if that doesnt stop it then hold a a little bit harder to stop it. If you feel pressure building, then it is good and better not hold too hard long. THe inner cable can be broke, but the frayed ends are grabbing some.

SOmetimes the cable breaks from usage and not being lubed, then it breaks somewhere in the bend of the cable.
Sometimes the cable is broke near the/at the lower drive because someone didnt know how to assemble the tab A into the slot A when put it together and then jammed over the end.

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[jboge123]

Yup - Inner cable was broken. Thanks for the advice

 

[Redman]

Yup - Inner cable was broken. Thanks for the advice

Want any advise on how to reinstall the new one....?

 

[jboge123]

I was able to figure it out

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