Has anyone added a clock to their GZ250?

primal · 08-19-2008, 09:55 PM

After having my bike for a little over 2 months now, I've decided that I'm pretty content with it. However, I really would like to add some sort of clock to it since I will be starting my school commute next week and would REALLY like to be able to tell what time it is on my way. Anyone have any ingenious ways of adding a clock, preferably one that is waterproof?

Sarris · 08-19-2008, 10:03 PM

There are a herd of them on Kuryakyn's site. Here is the index page of clocks.

http://www.kuryakyn.com/searchresult...&keyword=clock

Also about a dozen cheaper on e-bay (as low as $10). Look here:

http://motors.search.ebay.com/search...e=search&fgtp=

Happy Motoring!!

primal · 08-19-2008, 10:07 PM

Hmmm... those are nice looking, but to be honest, I was looking for a cheaper homebrewed solution.

Easy Rider · 08-19-2008, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by primal

Hmmm... those are nice looking, but to be honest, I was looking for a cheaper homebrewed solution.

OK, so go to WalMart, get a battery operated one that sticks on with Velcro (for about $5) and put a Ziplock over it !!

:lol: :lol:

primal · 08-19-2008, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Easy Rider

OK, so go to WalMart, get a battery operated one that sticks on with Velcro (for about $5) and put a Ziplock over it !!

:lol: :lol:

:tongue:

Actually, I was considering buying a cheap waterproof digital watch from Walmart and fashioning some sort of PVC mount, but I figured I'd ask here first to see if anyone had any better solutions.

patrick_777 · 08-19-2008, 10:17 PM

I've been really wanting one on my GZ for a long time now too. I've seen the expensive ones that clip on your handlebars and are designed for bikes, but I can't make myself pay the money. I was going to do basically what Easy said and get a cheap sports watch from Walmart with a velcro band and strap it to the bars. They're usually waterproof and if it gets stolen (who'd steal that?) and/or destroyed somehow, I may only be out $4-5.

I haven't done it yet though.

Edit: DOH! We said the same thing.

**jonathan180iq** · 08-20-2008, 08:44 AM

Back when I had my Ninja, I just used some waterproof double sided tape and stuck the face of a $5 digital watch in a mathching color to a visible area. It worked for about a year until it finally melted in the sun one afternoon.
You could do that.

Graydog · 08-20-2008, 09:47 PM

I have one on mine. I move it from bike to bike as I trade. It is one of those 1 lb. chrome "made for a big cruiser" thingies that mounts over bolt heads. But you can't have it. :tongue:

Water Warrior 2 · 08-22-2008, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jonathan180iq

Back when I had my Ninja, I just used some waterproof double sided tape and stuck the face of a $5 digital watch in a mathching color to a visible area. It worked for about a year until it finally melted in the sun one afternoon.
You could do that.

A great pennytech solution. Just create a flat spot somewhere to mount the watch face.

Newbiker08 · 08-23-2008, 04:14 AM

Um, just spitballing here, but how about this idea? Wear a watch. Not trying to be a jackass here but, I think it is a better idea for several reasons.

1) I have plenty of time to check my watch at a stop light if I need to know what time it is.
2) If I'm out just driving for fun I don't care what time it is unless its time to eat, pee or pull over for a smoke and rest the butt.
3) If your in constantly moving traffic on your commute, where you can't check your watch, wouldn't a clock reminding you that your running late be a bad thing? For me when driving my cage I know If I start running late I start trying to make up time. Usually by speeding , or doing other stupid things. I'd rather ride safe and show up late than not show up at all.

Just my opinion though.

08-19-2008, 09:55 PM	#1
primal Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Hurricane, WV Posts: 446	Has anyone added a clock to their GZ250? After having my bike for a little over 2 months now, I've decided that I'm pretty content with it. However, I really would like to add some sort of clock to it since I will be starting my school commute next week and would REALLY like to be able to tell what time it is on my way. Anyone have any ingenious ways of adding a clock, preferably one that is waterproof? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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Sarris Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: New Port Richey, Florida USA Posts: 1,348	Clock There are a herd of them on Kuryakyn's site. Here is the index page of clocks. http://www.kuryakyn.com/searchresult...&keyword=clock Also about a dozen cheaper on e-bay (as low as $10). Look here: http://motors.search.ebay.com/search...e=search&fgtp= Happy Motoring!! __________________ Prudent riders live longer than moron riders.
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08-19-2008, 10:17 PM	#6
patrick_777 Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 1,763	I've been really wanting one on my GZ for a long time now too. I've seen the expensive ones that clip on your handlebars and are designed for bikes, but I can't make myself pay the money. I was going to do basically what Easy said and get a cheap sports watch from Walmart with a velcro band and strap it to the bars. They're usually waterproof and if it gets stolen (who'd steal that?) and/or destroyed somehow, I may only be out $4-5. I haven't done it yet though. Edit: DOH! We said the same thing. __________________ ]I am hiding in Honduras. I am a desperate man. Send lawyers, guns and money. The shit has hit the fan.
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08-20-2008, 09:47 PM	#8
Graydog Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Central Arkansas Posts: 123	I have one on mine. I move it from bike to bike as I trade. It is one of those 1 lb. chrome "made for a big cruiser" thingies that mounts over bolt heads. But you can't have it. :tongue: __________________ Whither is fled the visionary gleam? Where is it now, the glory and the dream?
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08-20-2008, 08:44 AM	#7
jonathan180iq Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dalton, GA Posts: 3,996	Back when I had my Ninja, I just used some waterproof double sided tape and stuck the face of a $5 digital watch in a mathching color to a visible area. It worked for about a year until it finally melted in the sun one afternoon. You could do that.
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08-23-2008, 04:14 AM	#10
Newbiker08 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 14	Um, just spitballing here, but how about this idea? Wear a watch. Not trying to be a jackass here but, I think it is a better idea for several reasons. 1) I have plenty of time to check my watch at a stop light if I need to know what time it is. 2) If I'm out just driving for fun I don't care what time it is unless its time to eat, pee or pull over for a smoke and rest the butt. 3) If your in constantly moving traffic on your commute, where you can't check your watch, wouldn't a clock reminding you that your running late be a bad thing? For me when driving my cage I know If I start running late I start trying to make up time. Usually by speeding , or doing other stupid things. I'd rather ride safe and show up late than not show up at all. Just my opinion though. __________________ Keep the shiny side up, and the rubber side down. Its the number one rule to keep your ass of the ground.
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