GPZ 550 Speedometer

Davo · Davo To The Rescue! Joined: 05 Apr 2004 Karma :

Hi

My speedometer has stopped working on my 1990 GPZ, i've replaced the speedo cable, the dials with still no luck.

This leads me to believe that its the drive assembly on the front wheel hub. The bike has no center stand, so getting the front wheel is going to be a bit difficult.

Anyone have any suggestions on how to get the front wheel off, without the center stand?

Regards

Josh · Traffic Copper Joined: 21 May 2004 Karma :

I believe at a recent trackday they got the back wheel up with some wheelie bins, straps, and wooden struts?
Guessing you could make a similair hoist to hold the front end up, with some good struts/straps and a couple of friends.
I guess, if you are into makeshift bike hoisting devices that may fail :<
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kev · I Hump Things Joined: 07 Oct 2002 Karma :

You could just go and buy a front paddock stand.
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Danny · Ask Me About Stoppie School Joined: 26 Jan 2003 Karma :

I think the drive thing for the speedo's on GPz550's are prone to breaking down. I had problems with mine.

Oh if you need any spares give me a shout.

Davo · Davo To The Rescue! Joined: 05 Apr 2004 Karma :

Danny,

What spares have you got spare?

Danny · Ask Me About Stoppie School Joined: 26 Jan 2003 Karma :

Most of a 1988 gpz550.