replacing speedometer bulb

hect75 · 05-29-2014, 01:27 AM

I want to replace a burned bulb (speedo) and the neutral indicator. The speedo cable that is connected under the board, is tight and didn't want to remove with pliers (don't want to mess the speedo up). If I use pliers the cable can be removed; but I am afraid once the bulb be replaced, the cable will not fit or not tight again. What you guys recommend when replacing burned bulbs?

Cheers

SpudRider · 05-29-2014, 01:08 PM

Don't worry, if you are careful, you can safely remove the speedometer cable with a pair of pliers.

After replacing the extinguished bulbs, I suggest your replace the speedometer cable by hand; you don't need to tighten the cable very much for it to remain in place.

You can buy replacement bulbs for the speedometer and indicator lights at most auto part stores. You can also buy LED bulbs to replace the stock, incandescent bulbs. The LED bulbs will last much longer.

hect75 · 05-31-2014, 02:02 AM

I will, thanks spud.

pchitti · 05-31-2014, 02:38 PM

Second on the led option. Better view and life.

05-29-2014, 01:27 AM	#1
hect75 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Mexico Posts: 134	replacing speedometer bulb I want to replace a burned bulb (speedo) and the neutral indicator. The speedo cable that is connected under the board, is tight and didn't want to remove with pliers (don't want to mess the speedo up). If I use pliers the cable can be removed; but I am afraid once the bulb be replaced, the cable will not fit or not tight again. What you guys recommend when replacing burned bulbs? Cheers __________________ Hector Mountrack Vento 2006
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05-29-2014, 01:08 PM	#2
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Don't worry, if you are careful, you can safely remove the speedometer cable with a pair of pliers. After replacing the extinguished bulbs, I suggest your replace the speedometer cable by hand; you don't need to tighten the cable very much for it to remain in place. You can buy replacement bulbs for the speedometer and indicator lights at most auto part stores. You can also buy LED bulbs to replace the stock, incandescent bulbs. The LED bulbs will last much longer. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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05-31-2014, 02:02 AM	#3
hect75 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Mexico Posts: 134	I will, thanks spud. __________________ Hector Mountrack Vento 2006
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05-31-2014, 02:38 PM	#4
pchitti Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 165	Second on the led option. Better view and life.
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