1982 speedometer gauge

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1982 speedometer gauge

02 Jun 2012 20:12
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Is there a calibration adjustment on the electric speedo? I mounted a GPS on my bars, and discovered my speed above 65mph doesn't read correctly. I'm actually cruising at 73 when my gauge shows 65, and it gets worse the faster I go.
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Re: 1982 speedometer gauge

02 Jun 2012 22:20
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Did you change fron tire size(bigger/smaller)?
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Re: 1982 speedometer gauge

08 Jun 2012 12:34
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Size as specified, with minimal tread wear.
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Re: 1982 speedometer gauge

08 Jun 2012 15:12
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hmmm, interesting. Usually they are off in the other direction, that is, speedo usually reads 5-10% faster than actual speed, I'll bet a speedo shop could recalibrate or repair it, but may be $$$$$.
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