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What
wheel size should I put into the computer?
Can the Trail Tech Endurance odometer be reset for enduros or dual sport rides?
What is the difference between the Endurance model and the old Panoram model?
Why
does the Trail Tech Endurance take a few seconds to show speed changes?
What
do I do with my stock odometer if I install a computer?
Why
can't I use a wireless cycle computer?
How can I be certain the magnet and sensor are lined up
correctly?
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What
wheel size should I put into the computer?
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The first thing you need to
know for any of the computers is the rolling circumference of your wheel.
If you have a 21inch front tire, this number is approx. 2205mm (221cm if your
computer only accepts cm). Since there will be some variation due to
different tire styles and tread wear, you may make the measurement yourself by
marking the front tire and the ground with a felt pen, then rolling the bike
until the mark makes one full revolution and returns to the ground. Then
make another mark on the ground next to the mark you already put on the tire.
Measure the distance on the floor between these two marks and this will be the
rolling circumference of your tire. To convert this number to mm multiply
by 25.4.
If you want your computer to be exact,
set your computer wheel circumference to 2205mm (or whatever you determine from
the above method). Find a length of road where you know the exact
distance. Ride the distance and note the distance you computer reads.
Lets say your road was five miles and your computer showed it as 4.95 miles:
2205/X = 4.95/5.00
Solving for X gives you: X=2205*5.00/4.95 = 2227mm
You can use this same method to make the
computer match your stock odometer, but be careful - the stock odometers are not
always correct.
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Can the TrailTech Endurance odometer be reset for enduros or
dual sport
rides? |
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decremented in tenths. The computer still maintains an odometer function that
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What is the difference between the Endurance model and the old
Panoram model? |
The latest computer is labeled Endurance. Panoram models are
no longer sold for motorized use. Improvements/changes are:
Scratch and chemical resistant screen for the Endurance
computer.
Different internal electrical contacts for the Endurance
computer.
Faster processor for the Endurance computer (updates speed
at 2X the rate)
Different programming for the Endurance computer to allow
for Enduro riding (increment and decrement)
Impact resistant case for the Endurance computer.
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does the TrailTech Endurance take a few seconds to show speed changes? |
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With any digital speedometer, it takes
two wheel revolutions (sensor triggers) before the computer can make an estimate
of speed. The more samples acquired before displaying an update, the more
accurate the number (at the end of a ride, the average speed number will be very
accurate). For rapid stop/start riding, the digital speedometer will not display
accurate numbers. If riding at a "pace", the displayed speed
number will be accurate. |
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What
do I do with my stock odometer if I install a computer?
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The stock odometer can
either remain on the bike, or can be removed. Removing the stock odometer
will preserve it from potential damage (after all, they are expensive to
replace), and they can always be put back on if you sell your bike. If you
choose to remove the stock odometer and leave the odometer drive in place, the
Trail Tech kit has a plug/cap to protect the hole from dirt and debris. There are companies that sell spacers to completely replace the odometer drive.
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Why
can't I use a wireless cycle computer?
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There are two problems with
the wireless versions:
Generally speaking, the
distance from the bars (where the transmitter would be located) to the
sensor pickup location is too far for the transmitter.
Even if the transmitter
could pick up the signal, the ignition of the motorcycle would interfere
with the wireless sensor - causing false triggers.
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How
can I be certain the magnet and sensor are lined up correctly?
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If there is any uncertainty
about magnet location (for instance, the sensor/cable assembly is being
installed on a motorcycle model or year not covered with specific instructions),
it is best to test the system before permanently affixing the magnet, and before
screwing the sensor to the caliper mount.
To do this, set the
motorcycle on a stand so that the front wheel rotates freely. Plug the
computer into its mount. Use the shim or a piece of tape to hold the
magnet in place on the rotor where it will pass the sensor. Please
ensure that the magnet is flush with the rotor - if it moves into the path of
the sensor, it may damage it. While someone watches the computer, hold the
sensor in place on the caliper mount by hand, and roll the wheel. The
sensor will be active at both ends (where the cable enters and at the extreme
tip). Don't place the magnet so it passes the center - there is a dead
spot in the center. The sensor can pick up the magnet between 3/4 and
1" away. |
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Trail Tech
Computer Comparisons
Endurance
Computer Instructions |