Instrument cluster - XL models
1. Remove the fairing (see Chapter 8).
2. Unscrew the knurled ring securing the speedometer cable in the instrument cluster and detach the cable, noting how it fits (see illustration).
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15.2. Unscrew the retaining ring (arrowed) and detach the cable
3. Trace the wiring from the cluster and disconnect It at the connectors (see illustrations).
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15.3a. Instrument cluster wiring connectors - XL600V
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15.3b. Instrument cluster wiring connectors - XL650V
4. On XL600V models, unscrew the three nuts, noting the washers where fitted, and remove the instrument cluster, noting how It fits (see illustrations).
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15.4a. Unscrew the nuts (arrowed)...
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15.4b ...and remove the instrument cluster
5. On XL650V models, unscrew the four bolts, noting the collars, and remove the instrument cluster, noting how it fits.
6. Installation is the reverse of removal. Check the rubber grommets for damage, deformation and deterioration and replace them with new ones if necessary. Make sure that the wiring connectors are correctly routed and secured.
Instrument cluster -XRV750-L and M models
7. To access the instrument cluster first remove the fairing (see Chapter 8).
8. The instrument cluster comes in two pieces, one for the speedometer and warning light assembly, the other for the tachometer and temperature gauge. Each is secured by three nuts. If removing the speedometer assembly, unscrew the knurled ring securing the speedometer cable in the instrument cluster and detach the cable, noting how it fits. Disconnect the relevant wiring connectors, then unscrew the relevant nuts, noting the collars, and draw the instrument cluster off the studs, noting how it fits.
9. Installation is the reverse of removal. Check the rubber grommets for damage, deformation and deterioration and replace them with new ones if necessary. Make sure that the wiring connectors are correctly routed and secured.
Instrument cluster - XRV750-N models onwards
10. To access the instrument cluster first remove the fairing (see Chapter 8). To access the digital trip meter remove the windshield (see Chapter 8).
11. Trace the wiring from the cluster and disconnect it at the connectors (see illustration). Unscrew the four bolts, noting the collars, then displace the instrument. Speedometer cable cluster, noting how it fits, and unscrew the knurled ring securing the speedometer cable as it becomes accessible (see illustrations).
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15.11a. Disconnect the wiring connectors...
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15.11b ...then unscrew the bolts and remove the collars
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15.11c. Displace the cluster and unscrew the speedometer cable retaining ring (arrowed)
12. To remove the digital trip meter, trace the wiring from the cluster and disconnect it at the connector (see illustration). Unscrew the two nuts, noting the washers, and remove the meter, noting how it fits.
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15.12. Disconnect the wiring connector (A), then unscrew the nuts (B)
13. Installation is the reverse of removal. Check the rubber grommets for damage, deformation and deterioration and replace them with new ones if necessary. Make sure that the wiring connectors are correctly routed and secured.
Removal
14. Remove the fairing (see Chapter 8).
15. Unscrew the knurled ring securing the speedometer cable in the instrument cluster and detach the cable, noting how it fits (see illustration 15.2 or 15.11c).
16. Undo the screw securing the lower end of the speedometer cable in the drive housing on the right-hand side of the front wheel and detach the cable, noting how it locates (see illustration).
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15.16. Undo the screw (arrowed) and detach the cable
17. Release the cable from its ties and guides (see illustration). Withdraw the cable from the motorcycle, noting its routing.
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15.17. Slacken the screw (arrowed) and free the cable from the guide
Installation
18. Route the cable correctly between the instrument cluster and the front wheel and secure it in the guides and ties (see illustration).
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15.18. Make sure the hole in the guide locates over the pin (arrow)
19. Connect the cable upper end to Ihe instrument cluster and tighten the knurled ring securely (see illustration 15.2 or 15.11c)
20. Fit the lower end of the cable into the drive housing on the right-hand side of the front wheel, aligning the slot in the cable end with the drive tab and secure it with its screw (see illustrations).
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15.20a. Locate the drive tab in the slot in the cable end...
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15.20b ...then secure the cable with the screw
21. Check that the cable doesn't restrict steering movement or interfere with any other components.