MultiMeter ???

[SilvrT]

Looking at buying a multimeter for some simple use on the bike, etc.

 

What do y'all think about this one?

 

http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/MultiTesters/PRD~0251060P/MotoMaster+Digital+Multimeter.jsp?locale=en

 

or maybe this one...

 

http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/MultiTesters/PRD~0251031P/Digital+Multimeter.jsp?locale=en

[hillrider]

These bikes aren't rocket science. go to wally world and give 3-4 dollars. Any over 5 is a waste. And at these prices if you don't already have one, get two. I've got a $400 fluke and a $3 Harbot Freight. Can't tell a licks worth of difference for home or auto shop use.

[etcswjoe]

These bikes aren't rocket science. go to wally world and give 3-4 dollars. Any over 5 is a waste. And at these prices if you don't already have one, get two. I've got a $400 fluke and a $3 Harbot Freight. Can't tell a licks worth of difference for home or auto shop use.

 

 

I agree, on a bike and a car you do not need to spend much I have a $15 dollar craftsman I carry on the bike. Now if you are talking electronics thats a diffrent story.

[XV1100SE]

I picked up a multi-meter at Harbor Freight ($30) that also does rpm thru induction. Best way to go so you have voltage/amperage/rpm in one box. Worth the trip to the U.S. or order online.

http://www.harborfreight.com/lcd-automotive-multimeter-with-tachometer-kit-95670.html

 

Think this location is closest to you -

BELLINGHAM, WA #00339 (106.1 mi)

1155 E. SUNSET DRIVE #118

BELLINGHAM,WA 98226

 

Edited December 11, 2012 by XV1100SE
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[SilvrT]

Here's the one I eventually bought ...

 

http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/MultiTesters/PRD~0251080P/Autoranging+Multimeter.jsp?locale=en

[rbig1]

if they take a 9volt dont buy. 2 aa battery type are safer most computers in car use 5volt for sensors so if you do something wrong you wont overpower the function as bad.

[SilvrT]

if they take a 9volt dont buy. 2 aa battery type are safer most computers in car use 5volt for sensors so if you do something wrong you wont overpower the function as bad.

 

It's 2 AA batteries

[First_N_Last]

Hi;

 

multiimeters are cheap so I recommend getting these basic features:

 

 

• digital display
  
• auto ranging capable
  
• resettable fuse/breaker
  
• auto off
  
• shock protectors on corners (you will drop it)
  

I always shop Amazon first for just about everything.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41PWEG63TzL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

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$28.51 including shipping - good basic overall household meter for everything.

I'm a technologist since 1969 till present.

 

 

I have a Harbor Freight crap meter (broken of course after two weeks) - old 40 year old fluke (part of display is clouded gray) - two ancient Tektronix 465 Oscilloscopes

Even with all that crap, if I didn't have the extra cost of fixing my Trike's front end, I'd buy that meter today. As it is, Ill add it to my "Save for latter" Amazon list.

 

 

 

 

 

JohnB

[R3rider]

would be ok for low voltage use (auto), but as an electrician i wont recommend one if you where going to use it regularly for higher voltage(home), digital is also recommended

[etcswjoe]

Here's the one I eventually bought ...

 

http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/MultiTesters/PRD~0251080P/Autoranging+Multimeter.jsp?locale=en

 

 

I reread your post and you know we never did really answer your question. I think the one you bought will work fine for you bike.