Member Contributer Vee-Ef-Ar Posted October 22, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted October 22, 2012 Mine arrived the other day. It's a WP boxed insert type. Green LED, two wire. Where is the best area to run the 2 wire setup, securing to the top triple? I thought about a direct link to the battery, with an inline switch. Or maybe an ignition on scenario so I wouldn't forgte to switch it off. I promise to share a pic when I'm done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Chuckster Posted October 22, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted October 22, 2012 I just order me one. Thanks Maxredline !! Got mine but this thing is going to be impossible to see in the daylight. I velcroed my Datel under the left side of my dash. Seemed to help with visibility. Of course I dont think any brand will do well in direct sunlight. Unless the sun is right on mine I usually dont have any problem seeing mine in the daytime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer deltaboxii Posted October 23, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted October 23, 2012 I went with the Honda Marine voltmeter. It is backlit, waterproof, and available in white and black backgrounds. Someone else on here recommended it and I think that it works great. Where it is placed its a bit hard to see over the handlebars though. That's probably my one and only gripe but thats my fault for putting it there. It was also more expensive than the digital ones mentioned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer SinNH Posted October 23, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted October 23, 2012 I just recently experienced the infamous RR failure on my 99. This has really made me think about installing a waterproof voltmeter somewhere on the bike. Has anyone tried one of these waterproof voltmeters from ebay (shipped from HK)? http://www.ebay.com/...=item3a6b6f0f5c I bought one, ten bucks shipped, right from China, do not like it, still in the electrical cupboard, even when off you can see the tubular LED's that look like four zeros, when powered up even the unlit LED's still show up. Too cheepo for me. Anyone want it ? Red numbers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer mk2davis Posted October 23, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted October 23, 2012 I went with the Honda Marine voltmeter. It is backlit, waterproof, and available in white and black backgrounds. Someone else on here recommended it and I think that it works great. Where it is placed its a bit hard to see over the handlebars though. That's probably my one and only gripe but thats my fault for putting it there. It was also more expensive than the digital ones mentioned. The Honda Marine looks DOPE! I wish I woulda thought of it. Looks great, and probably deals with the sun better. When mine quits, I'm going that route. You said it was more expensive, do you mind sharing how much more? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer deltaboxii Posted October 23, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted October 23, 2012 Thanks, I am pretty happy with it. I purchased it from a Honda dealer for about $75 I believe. Yea, not cheap but I am optimistic that it will last as long as the bike does! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted October 24, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted October 24, 2012 I just order me one. Thanks Maxredline !! Got mine but this thing is going to be impossible to see in the daylight. I velcroed my Datel under the left side of my dash. Seemed to help with visibility. Of course I dont think any brand will do well in direct sunlight. Unless the sun is right on mine I usually dont have any problem seeing mine in the daytime. Thanks I am gonna try that.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer SinNH Posted October 25, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted October 25, 2012 Intellitronix about $47 shipped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Vee-Ef-Ar Posted January 10, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted January 10, 2013 $6 Chinese ebay job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smackdoogle Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 $6 Chinese ebay job. Nice, same one I got. I have it mounted above my gauges on my 3rd gen. Seems to be working just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Bassie Posted February 15, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted February 15, 2013 I'm trying to order a few here: http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/528997391/auto_voltmeter_blue_waterproof.html However, 5 of them will be too much for me, so if I do get them can I make somebody else happy with one? I just asked them what the costs will be. I ordered a couple of times directly from China/Taiwan and so far it worked great. Last time I got new handle-bars for 20 Euro/USD in nice Blue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Bassie Posted February 26, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted February 26, 2013 They look like this: I know the price now, it was $65 / €52 including shipping for 5 pieces. I do not want to make any profit, but 5 pieces is too much for me. So I ordered: 2 pieces Red and 1 piece Blueand 2 pieces Green. Don't know the color I'm going to use myself on our 3 bikes. But I have 2 of them to spare. It's only usefull if you are near Belgium else the shipping will be too high, then you better order directly from them yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer 2thdr Posted February 26, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted February 26, 2013 You might also want to put up a post in the classifieds... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Africord Posted February 26, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted February 26, 2013 Found the Honda marine one for $24.00. http://www.boats.net/parts/detail/honda/H-37450-ZW5-000ZA.html. I'm thinking this should go in this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer digitallyhip Posted February 26, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted February 26, 2013 Found the Honda marine one for $24.00. http://www.boats.net/parts/detail/honda/H-37450-ZW5-000ZA.html. I'm thinking this should go in this year. There's a typo in your link (the last "."). Here's one that works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Bassie Posted February 26, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted February 26, 2013 If nobody wants one, I don't mind, I simply keep them as spare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suitcase Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Datel v meter viewed from the saddle. Connection is via the two pin "trailer" wiring plug. When the meter is unplugged I can use the connection to the battery to hook up my trickle charger. The 12v charger plug is also wired direct to the battery and riveted to the plastic battery cover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suitcase Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Aha!! Pictures ddnt upload on first attempt...fkn androids Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tightwad Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 I still love my classic Datel meter. I tried a couple other options but waterproof was a rather subjective term it seems. Never had an issue with the Datel except the cost...but it was worth it to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samboss260 Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 How are you guys wiring this up? I have Honda Marine volt meter on its way, and I'm trying to work the best way to wire / connect this up. As much detail as possible woud be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer airwalk Posted March 16, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted March 16, 2013 guessing your meter is analog with an internal light so a small switch in the circuit is needed, mostly for the light. try to put switch on neg. side if possible, this stops accidentally shorting with a tool, etc. run directly to batt. posts as this will give most accurate input to the meter. should only need small guage wire (16 or less) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted March 16, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted March 16, 2013 Click Here for Larger Image Price: $29.95 Our Price: $24.35 You Save: $5.60 (19%) Manufacturer Code: 45-1405 Description Red LEC Small Digital Voltmeter For Voltage Only-Comes With Wiring Harness And Cutting Is Required For Flush Mounting, Measures 1-1/4"X3/4"X1"Overall Depth. Will Work On Any 12-Volt System. Found this one at Dave's Cycle Supply. http://www.davescyclesupply.com/product_details.php?category_id=0&search_string=VOLTMETER&search_category_id=0&item_id=393 Found the Honda marine one for $24.00. http://www.boats.net/parts/detail/honda/H-37450-ZW5-000ZA.html. I'm thinking this should go in this year. Is this the same one ? http://www.pan-europe.utvinternet.ie/guides/volt_meter.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer HumalogAddict Posted March 16, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted March 16, 2013 It would seem so, same part number. Found the Honda marine one for $24.00. http://www.boats.net/parts/detail/honda/H-37450-ZW5-000ZA.html. I'm thinking this should go in this year. Is this the same one ? http://www.pan-europe.utvinternet.ie/guides/volt_meter.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer HumalogAddict Posted March 16, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted March 16, 2013 Even better: 26.18$, shipped to the USA. http://www.conanicutmarina.com/online-chandlery/honda-honda-voltmeter-12v-black-face-37450-zw5-000za.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted March 16, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted March 16, 2013 Even better: 26.18$, shipped to the USA. http://www.conanicutmarina.com/online-chandlery/honda-honda-voltmeter-12v-black-face-37450-zw5-000za.html Great price, good find !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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