Need clock, compass, thermometer.

[JackFlash]

What time is it, how cold is it, and which way is up?

My GS 500F has a small ledge at the base of the windshield where I would like to mount, maybe with velcro, as long as vibration will not be a problem, a small clock, compass, and thermometer.

I've seen some online but none of them illuminate without the press of a button, a task difficult to do with gloves on, in the dark, while riding along.

If I could hardwire their lighting, I could plug them into my power supply and unplug them when I parked as long as the clock's basic function was battery operated.

My other idea is to use a USB plug-in light and find a way to mount it so that it shines on the whole pod of instruments but still maintains a light level low enough to not hinder vision or be distracting while riding at night.

I'm open to ideas. What say ye?

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[JackFlash]

A cluster / pod would be desirable. I just don't want to push any buttons in order to view the display I need for the moment or to view it in darkness.

What kind of gadget have you come up with?

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[NinjaDoc]

Office building definitely needs more instruments

[hue jass]

I have this on my RC...

Moto Superstore used to carry them. Found some though - CLICK

Temp is right on, clock is about a minute a month slow, volts is off about 1 tenth.

[ReconRat]

http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Compass-Time-Temperature-Backlit/dp/B002F85LXG

http://www.hellotrade.com/car-beyond-store/compass-and-thermometer.html

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Bell-Sport-Clock-Compass-Thermometer/14324183

http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_clock-compass-thermometer-combo-bell-automotive_25984494-p

http://www.aerostich.com/electronics/scooter-clocks-compasses-thermometers/thermometers-and-gauges/set-of-handlebar-clips.html

If that compass is too close to some steel parts, it might not work correctly.

edit: now I want one... that first one could probably be gutted to mount, and use a simple DPDT toggle switch to operate.

Edited October 16, 2012 by ReconRat

[Helmutt]

Check these out Jack...

http://www.aerostich.com/5-function-digital-meter.html

http://m.rei.com/mt/www.rei.com/product/833034/highgear-trailpoint-compass

http://m.sears.com/productdetails.do?partNumber=02814870000P&reviewCount=zero&itemSrc=Online

Or if you want a motorcycle specific setup ( since some cheaper compasses can be affected by the surrounding metal on your bike and could be off up to 30some degrees ) check out this place

http://www.formotionproducts.com/gauges_menu.htm

Edit - while I was stacking my list surfing selections, Hue and Recon beat me to it

[jester3681]

Temp is right on, clock is about a minute a month slow, volts is off about 1 tenth.

60 seconds a month and .1 volts? What the fuck, is this SOVIET RUSSIA?!?

[bmwnut]

just buy a bmw it's got them all done

[JackFlash]

Office building definitely needs more instruments

That you are right, Doc. I haven't even mentioned the mobile satellite dish yet.

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[JackFlash]

just buy a bmw it's got them all done

Sounds simple enough.

1. Unbolt license plate.
   
2. Remove motorcycle.
   
3. Obtain one 2012 BMW K 1600 GT motorcycle.
   
4. Carefully align BMW K 1600 GT motorcycle mounting holes with holes on license plate.
   
5. Mount motorcycle to license plate.
   

I would write the check today if I had the means.

[JackFlash]

I have this on my RC...

Moto Superstore used to carry them. Found some though - CLICK

Temp is right on, clock is about a minute a month slow, volts is off about 1 tenth.

That is cool, Rob. I really like that. 5 1/2" X 1" is a great size. It has a volt meter instead of a compass but it's really cool. And it doesn't take batteries. That's even better.

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[Gunner75]

What about a GPS? I mean seriously there are GPS systems out there that use Accuweather to give weather information where you currently are. And all GPSs come with a clock built into it as well as wait for it....a compass

http://sites.garmin.com/zumo/#features

[hue jass]

That is cool, Rob. I really like that. 5 1/2" X 1" is a great size. It has a volt meter instead of a compass but it's really cool. And it doesn't take batteries. That's even better.

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If you get one, the wires are super thin. Run them through heat-shrink the whole way. To hook to your battery, two small dots of solder on the connector lugs. Ignition - fold over fuse blade. to mount, use molding tape, not the standard stuff.

I bought it for the same reason...what's the ambient? What's my volts? What TIME is it!