I got the POWER .... DIGITAL VOLT METER

Changed my mind and before I changed my mind again I just placed a order for the DMS-20PC-1-DCM and a Mounting Bezel for it cause it will be easier to get to work. I'm thinking I'm going to remove the clock and put in it's location since I have a clock on my GPS and cell phone. LOL now I have to figure out what I can use the clock adjustment buttons for.........:unsure: Hmmmm, Maybe a on/off for the meter if it's to bright at night.

 

My FZ1 has a voltage readout built into the cluster, technically, you have to enter self diagnostic mode to view it, but it's there. Come to think of it, do the 6th gens have a self diagnostic mode? The one on my FZ1 is rediculous, you can have it fire spark plugs, actuate fuel injectors, give you the TPS readout, etc. etc.

 

I am looking to do a similar mod on my 5th gen(final touches). I plan on mounting a digital voltage gauge out side the cluster though to the left on the black cluster shroud. My question is I want one with a blue back light and also I want to change out the speedo, tach, and digital readout on the cluster with blue instead of the stock green. The digital readouts are not a problem for parts but I can not find a company that will make the speedo and Tach lenses for a 5th gen vfr. Anyone know of a company that makes these for my beloved 5th gen????

 

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Ok my meter arrived today. SLOVFR can you please detail on how/what/why you connected your meter to. I'm still considering what I may use the buttons that use to adjust the clock for now that I don't need them for the clock. I'm also still considering what or if I may use the area to the right of the clock area next to the neutral light. So it will be some time before I do my meter in less some one gives me a good idea on both.

 

I have a power outlet mounted on my upper tripple that is connected to the battery via a relay. I connected the power wire to that so I knew what the voltage is straight from the battery without loosing any voltage in the factory harness. Be sure to measure twice and cut once. I find cutting smaller than needed and filing up is always better.

 

After removing the clock I found out I have pletny of space for the meter with no cutting and will have to mount it by filling the area in some how. I will have to enlarge the window the clock looked threw though on the black dash board plate though. I like your idea on going directly to the battery and via relay.

 

Wow, I just now saw this; such a nice job, SLO. It makes me want to put a gear indicator there...

 

LOL Hmmmm? Now ya got me thinking again....I happen to have a Digi gear indicator
http://www.datatool.co.uk/pdfs/digi_ii.pdf
I haven't used yet and may even be able to find it if I look hard enough threw my undone gadget stuff. It may fit in the area to the right I mentioned.

 

Nice job Slovfr! I was just considering where and how to put a gauge on my 2000 but I don't see anywhere near a nice as your mounting location. Has anyone put one on a 5th gen? If so, can you post up some pics as well? Thanks...

 

Nice, I LOVE CLEAN WORKMANSHIP, it looks very professional. Come to think of it, only an owner of the machine would do that nice of a job. If you went to a bike shop and had them determine placement and then install I'LL bet it would not come close to comparing.
My Dad always used to say to me, " Son, if you want it done right ,do it yourself. Thank God I am pretty handy with stuff like that. And I am not at all trying to take away from your beautiful job. eddie

 

I've put one on my '99. I installed a Datel to the left of the dash down on the flat part of the fairing. Not my first choice but the options are limited. I don't have any pics on hand but can get some if you want to see. Personally I think it looks fine, not that noticeable. Not in the class with this set up but it works.

 

Per the link in the first post you can see one here on a 5 gen :

DigitalMeter.com - Digital Panel Meters manufactured by DATEL

 

Yep, that's where I put mine. But I went with the blue instead of the red.

 

Well Joe We are all waiting for your pics and install Thanks for the plug at VFRD too!

 

LOL I don't have much to show. I have removed the clock and placed the meter in it's place on my spare/broken dash and it will fit no problem. I'm waiting for a rainy day...warmer to get to my dash on my bike I guess.:reg: