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Forgive me I have Farkled...solved a problem too

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by bigfitz52, Feb 13, 2009.

  1. bigfitz52

    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    The Problem: Really hard to dig my wristwatch out of the sleeve of my Tourmaster at freeway speed; and a 63 mile commute (kinda nice to know what time it is...)

    The Solution:

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    Mounted it to a spare "dashboard" clip-on trim piece thing:

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    And it clips right on. The beauty of it is I can switch it between my two Secas in seconds since it just snaps on.

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    Formotion makes all sorts of cool stuff including $10,000 Matt Hotch wristwatches. The clock is one of their "stick on" series specifically for motorcycles, the larger sized ones. http://www.formotionproducts.com/ Really a high-quality product.
     
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    Hey, that looks really good in there bigfitz52. Hmmmm. I was in that same situation yesterday on I85. Made it to work 4 min late. Thanks for the tip.
     
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    cool, I might need to get one of those
     
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    that, l like. wish my maxim had a lock on the ignition cylinder. just a kinda nice feature.
     
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    are you sure it doesn't my max doesn't say lock and sometimes it's a little stiff to lock but it is there, i find if i push the key down and let it go first it turns easier, just wondering
    Shaun
     
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    BFitz, did you get the electroluminescent model? I work night shift and in the winter it's dark out both directions. If you have the e-luninescent model do you have to turn the backlight on or is it on all the time? I would like to have a thermometer too. Neat neat stuff.

    Wamaxim
     
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    I have a $3 advance auto LCD. I tried it there Fitz and my house key got in the way. I stuck mine to the tach Does not cover it at all and it is easily viewed. I wish I could see it at night though. I'll try and get a pic
     
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    The PO mounted one to the handlebars. It does come in handy to know what time it is while riding.

    Fitz, your clock looks great on key/ignition cover.
     
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    Very classy looking.
     
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    I was REALLY impressed by the quality. I like how it very closely matches the instruments. Check out their website.

    I did change one thing: it came with a slighly undersized circle of double sided 3M FOAM as in 1/8" thick FOAM double-sided tape on the back. I replaced that with 3M automotive weatherstripping mounting tape (also foam, a lot thinner, and stickier) trimmed more closely to shape.

    (Plus I got a toolbox decal--I'm a "cheap date.")
     
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    And just today I was thinking about the symbolism of not having a clock on a motorcycle...it is more about the ride then being stressed out about getting somewhere...
     
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    Not if you're late for work! Bfitz has the perfect setup. A clock for the commute days and with a simple twist of the wrist the clock is gone!
     
    wamaxim, Feb 16, 2009
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    WOW bigfitz you really care about what time it is when you are riding? not me its ride until my azz gets sore.. lol
     
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    Cheaper than buying a 900 Seca.
     
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