BD Ridgeback speedometer fix needed

[dba777]

Hey Forum,
I got 08 Big Dog Ridgeback w/ about 5000 miles. A stock speedometer is installed on a bike. Today I noticed that speedometer reset plastic button fell apart. Speedometer still works, but plastic control at the bottom of speedo broke. Interesting that I never even touched it. Do you guys have any idea / suggestions on how to fix it?

Pictures attached.

 

[woodbutcher]

how did you get a picture of my speedo???? SNAFU

 

[Jwooky]

Unfortunately I haven't seen that grommet available. A few guys have replaced with a cut down vacuum cap.

 

[Ray]

I had to replace speedo when I first got it,, the whole thing. I don't think it as too crazy high. easy to swap out. The new one still has a moisture issue which I found out is normal.I use that little button to get me into a gas station before I end up pushing it like that other Ray.

Ray

 

[francoblay1]

Unfortunately I haven't seen that grommet available. A few guys have replaced with a cut down vacuum cap.

X2, I did that... it´s somewhere here in the Forum... a couple years ago more or less :up:

 

[francoblay1]

I had to replace speedo when I first got it,, the whole thing. I don't think it as too crazy high. easy to swap out. The new one still has a moisture issue which I found out is normal.I use that little button to get me into a gas station before I end up pushing it like that other Ray.

Ray

:roll::roll::roll::roll:

:up:

 

[toomanybikes]

Used that for the reason to switch to the Dakota Digital speedometer

Direct Fit Speedometer

 

[dba777]

Unfortunately I haven't seen that grommet available. A few guys have replaced with a cut down vacuum cap.

Replacing a whole speedo may be a little too extreme, and I still like classic look of the analog gadgets. Replacing a control with a vacuum cap is a clever idea. Will stop by local Home Depot on a way home. Thanks for a suggestion!

 

[ground pounder]

Look under all my posts and there is a number to get a hold of autometer and they will send you a replacement button that you can just silicone on. Fixed mine, and it still is working fine. Knock on wood!!! If you can't find the thread let me know and I will dig up the number or website.

 

[dba777]

Look under all my posts and there is a number to get a hold of autometer and they will send you a replacement button that you can just silicone on. Fixed mine, and it still is working fine. Knock on wood!!! If you can't find the thread let me know and I will dig up the number or website.

Thanks ground pounder, this got to be the site for an autometer. Auto Meter
Will check with them tomorrow morning on the replacement part.
Appreciate all the help guys!