Tachometer (i think)

[jamie192]

hi,
The tachometer (rev counter) does not work on my bike, i know the problem its the cable coming from then engine has broken from inside. Is it worth getting a new one does the rev counter help much. I know its not legally required though.
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[Marc_Buck]

An experienced rider will never ever need one, certain bikes do not even have one. (rev counter, that is.)
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94 fzr600r

[8316]

if you pull wheelies, it might help to have one that works, but otherwise you should be fine without one.
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[mchaggis]

My rev counter went round the clock, getting stuck pointing at six oclock, so I unpinched the metal collar holding it together, put it right, then did it up. I forgot of course that moving the needle on the spindle would loosen it, so after about 3 miles it just fell off. Then of course, the metal collar is work hardened and now is hugely tough and brittle. I really never need it though, about the only time it would be useful would be when I'm sat at around 45 or so for an hour or so, as I can't tell if the engine's at 8000 rpm, or maybe more...
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[Rollins]

You should know whereabouts the redline is by the pitch (note) of the engine. If you know that, then you don't really need the tacho.
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[Guest]

I'm going to take mine out and fit a clock in it's place - much more useful

[nick.h]