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Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by mackaz, Nov 4, 2009.

  1. mackaz

    mackaz New Member

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    Hi Guys. Im Deon from New Zealand. Just got an 80 XJ650 Special back on the road after 6 years of sitting. I also own a XS850G that is undergoing major rebuild after sitting for 10 years. Question, Is the little red idiot light with Japanese writing under it in the tacho an "overspeed" light????
     
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    Kickaha Active Member Premium Member

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    What part of NZ?

    Most likely,It will come on at 80kph if it is
     
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    Greets and welcome to the forums, I'm ex. Christchurch.
     
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    MACKAZ, Welcome to the forum. I didn't get a little red light with Japanese writing on my bike. I have an 81 XJ650, US model. I have had it up over 100 mph (160+ kph) and never saw a light. Although, it is a little hard to see a little red light with Japanese writing on it when you're grinning from ear to ear!!!!

    Again, welcome to the forum. It's a great place to spend some time and learn about your new ride.

    Loren

    BTW I don't make a regular habit of riding that fast. I had brand new tires, a wide open road and a freakin motorhome (RV) in front of me. Needed to get around and my opportunity was a long downhill stretch with several miles visiblility. Took it and glad I did! :) :) :)
     
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    Yeah Thought so, but occasionally its on at startup???Short circuit maybe??
     
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    The XJ750E-II I have has exactly the same thing, a large red light which comes on at 80 kph. Gave me quite a fright the first time it came on. Removing the bulb seems to have sorted that issue!
     
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    WELCOME! Lots of info (some of it good :lol: ) and nice folks...

    skillet
    BTW "Removing the bulb seems to have sorted that issue" :lol: ROFLMAO :lol:
     
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