condensation in clocks

[nightshaddow]

i have just acquired a ns 125 rk with some help from snorty, one of the things i am unsure on is condensation in the clocks and how to remove it....

any hints tips or ideas would be greatly received

will post better pics tomorrow
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[U_W v2.0]

take them off, dump in a bowl of rice, or leave them sitting above an average temp radiator (note ABOVE, not ON)

with rice, be careful none gets into the workings of the clocks.

rice is well known for the "drying out a wet mobile phone" trick due to its moisture absorbing propterties. i should think an overnight stem should maybe do it
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[nightshaddow]

so here is a better pic of the clock as it is now.

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1642.jpg
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[Howling TerrorOutOfOffice]

Happens (although not to that extent) on my bike.

If you can hold of a fan heater and aim it at the clocks. Does the job for me. They can belt out some heat at close quarters so don't put too close. It'll take hours to dry yours out.

Best advice tho is to take them off, dry them inside and see where the water gets in. You might be able to use clear silicone sealant.

[nightshaddow]

i am going to take them off see if i can open them up, my understanding is its been stood outside for a few months now
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[Jane]

That happen on my gixa if you have a fix I'll be glad to try it

[Vincent]

Try a bag of Silica Gel inside the clock case - 'worked for me. You may have to remove it after a day and dry it out but once the initial condensation has gone, you can leave it and it'll keep the moisture down.
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[GREENI3]

You could just ride it with the speedo lights on.

I had the same problem on my old 50, and just rode it until the heat from the instrument illumination bulbs dried it out.

[jeddy11]

Use the girlfriends hairdryer will soon shift it..
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[nightshaddow]

With condensation in the clocks and a "floppy" bracket and dodgy lighting i thought i would take them inside and see what is what.

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1653.jpg

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1654.jpg

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1655.jpg

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1656.jpg

Removal of the clocks is easy enough 4 bolts and unplug the wiring , love the wiring block in the headlight and it is obvious the damage to the bracket,

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1657.jpg

This will hopefully be repaired but before i try i will make a template in case i have to fabricate a new one, after a quick scan of the clocks in hand i must say i love mr hondas design on this one. Four screws on the back and one screw in the trip meter and the whole thing just split in two.

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1658.jpg

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1659.jpg

at this point rather chuffed cleaned the water out of the inside and reversed the process to put it back together, and now i can see the speedo and the mileage.

https://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q672/Nightshaddow_Barker/DSCF1660.jpg
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[cb1rocket]

it will condense up again. The big problem is the seal has gone. Its needs to be sealed up to prevent the moisture air from getting in the first place. A hot airing cupboard or similar, reassemble in that hot cupboard but DRY cupboard and seal it. Don't do it when you have mildly damp clothes in there drying out as moisture will be in the air. This is best done on a hot dry summer's day and usually this sorts the problem out.

[Pol Anorl]

Mine did the same it was a pita but i learnt to live with it.

Also the cut out part above the ignition what is supposed to be there? Mine had a 12v socket bodged on.

Also beware of the little cover for the fuel cap keyhole it will eventualy find itself getting loose then unscrew falling off onto the road into oblivion.
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