XL600V models
Speedometer check
1. Special instruments are required to properly check the operation of the meter itself. If there s a fault, first check that the speedometer cable is securely attached at each end. then remove it (see below) and check that the inner cable has not broken, and if it hasn't check that it rotates freely within the outer cable. It is also worth removing the front wheel (see Chapter 7) and checking the drive gear. Otherwise, take the speedometer to a Honda dealer for assessment.
Speedometer replacement
2. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section 15).
3. On H and J (1987 and 1988) models, undo the cover screws on the back of the housing, noting any wiring clamps secured by the screws, and lift off the front cover. Note how the rubber seal and inner cover fit and remove them if required. Check the condition of the seal and replace it with a new one if it is damaged, deformed or deteriorated.
4. On К to X (1989 to 1999) models, undo the cover screws on the back of the housing and remove the outer cover, the lens and the inner cover (see illustrations).
16.4a. Undo the screws (arrowed)...
16.4b ...then remove the outer cover...
16.4c ...the lens...
16.4d ...and the inner cover
5. Undo the two screws securing the speedometer and remove it from the base, noting how It fits (see illustration).
16.5. Speedometer screws (arrowed)
6. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Tachometer check
7. Special instruments are required to properly check the operation of the meter itself. If there is a fault, first check the fuses (see Chapter 5). If they are good, remove the fairing (see Chapter 8).
8. On H to R (1987 to 1995) models with three wires to the tachometer, disconnect the cluster wiring connectors, then check for battery voltage between the black (+) wire terminal on the loom side of the connector and a good earth (ground) with the ignition switch ON. If there is no voltage, check the wiring and connectors for faults, referring to the relevant Wiring Diagram at the end of the Chapter. If there is voltage, check for continuity to earth in the green wire, and for continuity to the ignition control unit in the black/yellow wire, again using the Wiring Diagrams. Otherwise, take the tachometer to a Honda dealer for assessment.
9. On T to X (1996 to 1999) models, Honda specify their own Imrie diagnostic tester (model 625), or the peak voltage adapter (Pt. No. 07HGJ-0020100) with an aftermarket digital multimeter having an impedance of 10 M-ohm/DCV minimum, for a complete test. If this equipment is available, connect the positive (+) lead of the voltmeter and peak voltage adapter arrangement to the yellow/green wire terminal on the tachometer and the negative (-) lead to a good earth (ground). Turn the engine over on the starter motor and note the voltage reading obtained. If the reading Is 10.5 V or above, the tachometer is faulty. If the reading is below 10.5 V but above 0 V. the ignition control unit is probably faulty. If there is no voltage, detach the wires and check for continuity to the ignition control unit in the yellow/green wire. If there is no continuity check the wiring and connectors for faults, referring to the relevant Wiring Diagram at the end of the Chapter. If there is continuity, the ignition control unit is probably faulty. If there is the correct voltage, check for continuity to earth In the green wire, again using the Wiring Diagrams. Otherwise, take the tachometer to a Honda dealer for assessment.
Tachometer replacement
10. Remove the Instrument cluster (see Section 15).
11. On H and J (1987 and 1988) models, undo the cover screws on the back ol the housing, noting any wiring clamps secured by the screws, and lift off the front cover. Note how the rubber seal and inner cover fit and remove them if required. Check the condition of the seal and replace it with a new one if it is damaged, deformed or deteriorated.
12. On К to X (1989 to 1999) models, undo the cover screws on the back of the housing and remove the outer cover, the lens and the inner cover (see illustrations 16.4a, b, c and d)
13. Undo the screws securing the tachometer wiring, noting which wire fits where (though the colour codes of the wires should be marked next to the terminals), and detach the wires (see illustration). Undo the screws securing the tachometer and remove it from the base, noting how it fits.
16.13. Tachometer wiring screws (A - note centre wire not fitted on all models), tachometer mounting screws (B)
14. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Coolant temperature gauge check
15. See Chapters.
Coolant temperature gauge replacement
16. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section 15).
17. On H and J (1987 and 1988) models, undo the cover screws on the back of the housing, noting any wiring clamps secured by the screws, and lift off the front cover. Note how the rubber seal and inner cover fit and remove them if required. Check the condition of the seal and replace it with a new one if it is damaged, deformed or deteriorated.
18. On К to X (1989 to 1999) models, undo the cover screws on the back of the housing and remove the outer cover, the lens and the inner cover (see illustrations 16.4a, b, c and d).
19. Undo the screws securing the temperature gauge and its wiring, noting which wire fits where (though the colour codes of the wires should be marked next to the terminals), and detach the wires (see illustration). Remove the gauge from the base, noting how it fits.
16.19. Temperature gauge wiring and mounting screws (arrowed)
20. Installation is the reverse of removal.
XL650V models
Power check
21. First check the fuses (see Chapter 5). If they are good, remove the fairing (see Chapter 8) and disconnect the instrument cluster wiring connectors (see illustration 15.3b). Check for battery voltage between the brown (+) and green/black (-) wire terminals with the ignition switch ON. If there is no voltage, check the wiring and connectors for faults, referring to the relevant Wiring Diagram at the end of the Chapter. If there is voltage, check for continuity in all the wires between the wiring connectors and the cluster itself, again using the Wiring Diagrams.
Speedometer check
22. Special Instruments are required to properly check the operation of the meter itself. If there is a fault, first check that the speedometer cable is securely attached at each end, then remove it (see below) and check that the inner cable has not broken, and if it hasn't check that it rotates freely within the outer cable. It is also worth removing the front wheel (see Chapter 7) and checking the drive gear. Otherwise, take the speedometer to a Honda dealer for assessment.
Speedometer replacement
23. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section 15).
24. Undo the cover screws on the front of the housing, and lift off the lens and front cover (see illustration).
16.24. Front cover screws (arrowed)
25. Undo the two screws securing the speedometer and remove it from the base, noting how it fits (see illustration).
16.25. Speedometer screws (arrowed)
26. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Tachometer check
27. Special instruments are required to properly check the operation of the meter itself. If there is a fault, check the power input as described above (Step 21). If that is good, take the tachometer to a Honda dealer for assessment.
Tachometer replacement
28. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section 15).
29. Undo the cover screws on the front of the housing, and lift off the lens and front cover (see illustration 16.24).
30. Undo the screws securing the tachometer wiring, noting which wire fits where (though the colour codes of the wires should be marked next to the terminals), and detach the wires (see illustration). Remove the tachometer from the base, noting how it fits.
16.30. Tachometer screws (arrowed)
31. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Coolant temperature gauge check
32. See Chapter 3.
Coolant temperature gauge replacement
33. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section 15).
34. Undo the cover screws on the front of the housing, and lift off the lens and front cover (see illustration 16.24).
35. Undo the screws securing the temperature gauge and its wiring, noting which wire fits where (though the colour codes of the wires should be marked next to the terminals), and detach the wires (see illustration). Remove the gauge from the base, noting how it fits. 36 Installation is the reverse of removal.
16.35. Temperature gauge screws (arrowed)
Fuel gauge check
37. See Chapter 4.
Fuel gauge replacement
38. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section 15).
39. Undo the cover screws on the front of the housing, and lift off the lens and front cover (see illustration 16.24).
40. Undo the screws securing the fuel gauge and its wiring, noting which wire fits where (though the colour codes of the wires should be marked next to the terminals), and detach the wires (see illustration). Remove the gauge from the base, noting how it fits.
16.40. Fuel gauge screws (arrowed)
41. Installation is the reverse of removal.
XRV750 models
Speedometer check
42. Special instruments are required to properly check the operation of the meter itself. If there is a fault, first check that the. speedometer cable Is securely attached at each end, then remove it (see below) and check that the inner cable has not broken, and if it hasn't check that it rotates freely within the outer cable. It is also worth removing the front wheel (see Chapter 7) and checking the drive gear. Otherwise, take the speedometer to a Honda dealer for assessment.
Speedometer replacement
43. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section 15).
44. On L and M (1990 and 1991) models, undo the cover screws on the back of the housing and lift off the front cover (see illustration). Undo the two screws securing the speedometer and remove it from the base, noting how it fits.
16.44. Instrument assembly - L and M (1990 and 1991) models: 1. Bezel; 2. Front cover; 3. Speedometer; 4. Speedometer housing; 5. Screw - 5 off; 6. Speedometer and warning light sub-harness; 7. Sidestand warning light assembly; 8. Mounting nut - 3 off; 9. Collar - 3 off; 10. Damping rubber - 3 off; 11. Speedometer retaining screws - 2 off; 12. Tachometer; 13. Temperature gauge; 14. Bezel; 15. Tachometer housing; 16. Mounting nut - 3 off; 17. Collar-3 off; 18. Damping rubber - 3 off; 19. Tachometer retaining nuts; 20. Temperature gauge retaining nuts; 21. Tachometer and temperature gauge sub-hamess
45. On N·models onward (1992-on) disconnect the trip sensor wiring connector and remove the blanking plug for the wiring from the back of the base (see illustration).
16.45a. Disconnect the wiring connector
16.45b. Cover screws (arrowed)
16.45c. Speedometer screws (arrowed)
Undo the cover screws on the back of the housing, noting any wiring clamps secured by the screws, and lift off the front cover (see illustration). Undo the two screws securing the speedometer and remove it from the base, noting how it fits, and taking care not to snag the wiring connector as you draw it through the hole (see illustration).
46. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Tachometer check
47. Special instruments are required to properly check the operation of the meter itself. If there is a fault, first check the fuses (see Chapter 5). If they are good, remove the fairing (see Chapter 8).
48. On L to S (1987 to 1995) models with three wires to the tachometer, disconnect the cluster wiring connectors, then check for battery voltage between the black (+) wire terminal on the loom side of the connector and a good earth (ground) with the ignition switch ON. If there is no voltage, check the wiring and connectors for faults, referring to the relevant Wiring Diagram at the end of the Chapter. If there is voltage, check for continuity to earth in the green wire, and for continuity to the ignition control unit in the black/yellow wire, again using the Wiring Diagrams. Otherwise, take the tachometer to a Honda dealer for assessment.
49. On T models onward (1996-on), Honda specify their own Imrie diagnostic tester (model 625), or the peak voltage adapter (Pt. No. 07HGJ-0020100) with an aftermarket digital multimeter having an impedance of 10 M-ohm/DCV minimum, for a complete test. If this equipment is available, connect the positive (+) lead of the voltmeter and peak voltage adapter arrangement to the yellow/green wire terminal on the tachometer and the negative (-) lead to a good earth (ground). Turn the engine over on the starter motor and note the voltage reading obtained. If the reading is 10.5 V or above, the tachometer is faulty. If the reading is below 10.5 V but above 0 V, the ignition control unit is probably faulty. If there is no voltage, detach the wires and check for continuity to the ignition control unit in the yellow/green wire. If there is no continuity check the wiring and connectors for faults, referring to the relevant Wiring Diagram at the end of the Chapter. If there is continuity, the Ignition control unit is probably faulty. If there is the correct voltage, check for continuity to earth in the green wire, again using the Wiring Diagrams. Otherwise, take the tachometer to a Honda dealer for assessment.
Tachometer replacement
50. Remove the Instrument cluster (see Section 15).
51. On L and M (1990 and 1991) models, disconnect the tachometer wiring at the bullet connectors (see illustration 16.44). Undo the two nuts securing the tachometer, noting the wiring clamp, and draw it out of its bracket, noting how it fits.
52. On N·models onward (1992-on), undo the cover screws on the back of the housing, noting any wiring clamps secured by the screws, and lift off the front cover (see illustration 16.45b). Undo the screws securing the tachometer wiring, noting which wire fits where (though the colour codes of the wires should be marked next to the terminals), and detach the wires (see illustration). Undo the screws securing the tachometer and remove it from the base, noting how it fits.
16.52. Tachometer wiring screws (A - note centre wire not fitted on all models), tachometer mounting screws (B)
53. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Coolant temperature gauge check
54. See Chapter 3.
Coolant temperature gauge replacement
55. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section 15).
56. On L and M (1990 and 1991) models, undo the screws securing the temperature gauge wiring, noting which wire fits where (though the colour codes of the wires should be marked next to the terminals), and detach the wires (see illustration 16.44). Undo the two nuts securing the gauge and draw it out of its bracket, noting how it fits.
57. On N·models onward (1992-on), undo the cover screws on the back of the housing, noting any wiring clamps secured by the screws, and lift off the front cover (see illustration 16.45b). Undo the screws securing the temperature gauge and its wiring, noting which wire fits where (though the colour codes of the wires should be marked next to the terminals), and detach the wires (see illustration). Remove the gauge from the base, noting how it fits.
16.57. Temperature gauge screws (arrowed)
58. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Digital trip meter check
59. First check the fusebox fuses (see Section 5). On N (1992) models, if they are good, remove the windshield (see Chapter 8), and check the trip meter 5 A fuse located in its own holder just in front of the meter.
60. If the fuses are good, check the power input to the meter as follows: disconnect the trip meter wiring connector (see illustration 15.12). Check for battery voltage between the red/green (+) wire terminal on the loom side of the connector and a good earth (ground) with the ignition switch OFF. If there is no voltage, first check whether you have power to any other components (i.e. lights), and if not check the battery, its connections, the main fuse and the starter relay connections. If there is power to other circuits, check the red/green wiring and connectors for faults, referring to the relevant Wiring Diagram at the end of the Chapter. If there is voltage, check for continuity to earth in the green wire.
61. If all is good so far, check for battery voltage between the black (+) wire terminal on the loom side of the connector and a good earth (ground) with the ignition switch ON. If there is no voltage, check the wiring and connectors for faults, referring to the relevant Wiring Diagram at the end of the Chapter. If there is voltage, the trip meter is probably faulty, but it is worth disconnecting then reconnecting the battery positive (+) lead, which resets the trip meter, to see if this kicks it back into action. If not, replace the meter with a new one.
62. To check the power input to the trip sensor in the speedometer (the sensor sends the information to the meter, so if the meter is on but does not count properly, it could be the sensor that is faulty), displace the instrument cluster from its bracket (see Section 15), but leave the wiring connectors connected. Disconnect the trip sensor wiring connector on the back of the cluster and check for battery voltage between the black (+) wire terminal on the loom side of the connector and a good earth (ground) with the ignition switch ON. If there is no voltage, check the wiring and connectors for faults, referring to the relevant Wiring Diagram at the end of the Chapter.
63. If there is voltage, check the sensor output to the trip meter as follows: first support the bike using an auxiliary stand so that the front wheel is raised off the ground. Disconnect the trip meter wiring connector, and connect a voltmeter between the white/blue (+) and green/black (-) wire terminals on the loom side of the connector. With the ignition ON. slowly turn the front wheel through one full turn while observing the voltmeter. On N (1992) models the meter reading should swing slowly between 0 and 5 V a total of eight times. On all other models the meter reading should swing slowly between 0 and 0.6 V a total of twelve times. If there is no reading or the reading is incorrect, check the wiring and connectors between the meter and the sensor. If that is good, replace the speedometer with a new one - the sensor is faulty, but is not available separately from the meter. If the reading is good, the trip meter is probably faulty, but it is worth disconnecting then reconnecting the battery positive (+) lead, which resets the trip meter, to see if this kicks it back into action. If not, replace the meter with a new one.
Digital trip meter replacement
64. Remove the meter (see Section 15) and replace the whole thing with a new one -individual components are not available.