Digital Tachometer Suggestions?

[Prairiehammer]

I am requesting suggestions for a digital tachometer for shop and tuning purposes (not for mounting to the bike).

I have an old analog Tach/Dwell meter, but it doesn't work on the Venture. Do the currently available tachometers use an induction connection for sensing spark or does one have to connect to the coil directly?

What do you technicians use on the Venture?

Where to find one?

How much should I expect to pay for a middling meter?

[Condor]

One of these will clip to a plug wire... Electronic Specialties 325 EZ-Tach Digital Automotive Tachometer

 

http://www.amazon.com/Electronic-Specialties-325-Automotive-Tachometer/dp/B000UZO0L0

 

I have found them cheaper than Amazon....

[Prairiehammer]

Thanks, Jack. Yeah, I had found that one before, but it has mixed reviews. Some say it is not a very steady read out; ±50 rpm bounce, some have said it doesn't work on their motorcycle, etc. I am looking for an accurate tach that will allow a 'lean drop' method for setting air/fuel mix. That means a tach that will show 50 rpm change.

I was hoping someone had first hand knowledge of a good tach for using with the Venture.

[Condor]

I hear ya... I guess it all depends on how much dinero you're willing to spend. I've never had a digital that didn't jump around a lot. Even the speedo on the 2ndGen drives me nuts.....

[Patch]

A couple days back I used my Vacuummate for what you are describing, they are pricey but a very good tool, they double tap when between 50 lbs and Yamaha approved, whatever that means.

 

Can some buddy please tell me how Pairiehammer knew?

 

Patch