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Old 11-25-2008, 06:03 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Interesting problem

I have a failry simple 125cc motorbike with electronic fuel injection.

I also have a cable actuated speedometer.

I know I can calculate fuel economy from tank fillups but it would be really nice to have on the go mpg readings.

If I fit a magnetic speed sensor, like those found on bycycle speedometers, how viable is the mpguino?

I really like the concept.

Thanks in advance for your help!


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Old 11-25-2008, 08:23 PM   #2 (permalink)
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sounds pretty feasable to me
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Old 11-25-2008, 11:20 PM   #3 (permalink)
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junk yards are full of cam position sensors they make great tach pickups. are your spokes stainless?
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Old 11-26-2008, 05:29 AM   #4 (permalink)
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I have cast magnesium wheels, no spokes here

Like this:

http://www.bikez.com/pictures/yamaha...-%20Yamaha.jpg

Would a cps sensor work on that type of wheel?

Also how would I go about obtaining/creating the mpguino as I have NO experience with this type of thing.

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Old 11-26-2008, 07:51 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Any ideas also where I could get this in kit form?

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