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One thing I wish that my LVX150 had sometimes is a clock. Most of the time I am just riding around and dont really care about the freaking time. But often I am on my way somewhere and I have to reach for my cellphone to make sure I am on time. As anyone installed a clock on their lxv? Do you know something that would look good, those glue on digital plastic little boxes are not an option? The ideal would be an small analog clock that could be mounted next to the instrument panel and would not interfere with the minimalist look of the lxv. Any ideas?
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Silver Streak UTC details Veni, Vidi, Posti 2007 Vespa LX 190, 2011 LXV150ie Joined: UTC Posts: 8758 Location: Annapolis, MD, USA
Silver Streak Veni, Vidi, Posti 2007 Vespa LX 190, 2011 LXV150ie Joined: UTC Posts: 8758 Location: Annapolis, MD, USA	UTC quote Check the catalog of any motorcycle accessory supplier. There are a bunch of nice analog clocks available that clamp to "naked" handlebars.

kcphoto2008 UTC details Hooked 2009 Piaggio BV250 Joined: UTC Posts: 357 Location: Crestwood, KY
kcphoto2008 Hooked 2009 Piaggio BV250 Joined: UTC Posts: 357 Location: Crestwood, KY	UTC quote I picked up this link on another thread here on MV. It might be just what you are looking for. http://www.clocks4bikes.com/handlebar.html

OP Jmolder UTC details Member 2011 LXV 150 Joined: UTC Posts: 39 Location: Jersey City
OP Jmolder Member 2011 LXV 150 Joined: UTC Posts: 39 Location: Jersey City	UTC quote kcphoto2008 thanks!!! That one looks pretty nice. Cheers.

Brodyfrompa UTC details Molto Verboso 04 GT200 & 2005 PX150(sold), 2005 Bajaj Tuktuk Joined: UTC Posts: 1759 Location: pa
Brodyfrompa Molto Verboso 04 GT200 & 2005 PX150(sold), 2005 Bajaj Tuktuk Joined: UTC Posts: 1759 Location: pa	UTC quote I like the barefoot willies from there as well....maybe a useable cup holder?

ScootChef UTC details Ossessionato 2010 GTS 300 Super Joined: UTC Posts: 2449 Location: Austin, Texas
ScootChef Ossessionato 2010 GTS 300 Super Joined: UTC Posts: 2449 Location: Austin, Texas	UTC quote kcphoto2008 wrote: I picked up this link on another thread here on MV. It might be just what you are looking for. http://www.clocks4bikes.com/handlebar.html I have the same problem on my LXV. As soon as I get home tonight, I am ordering that lovely device. Thanks for posting!

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Molto Verboso

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This was a previous thread After market clocks ?

I've still to get one but have since sourced the same thing from a UK supplier.

There seems to be enough room on the left side of the handlebar for a clock. I'm going to get one and try the fit on the right side. If there's space I'll get the matching thermometer which will be useful for winter.

Anybody getting the billet type for an LXV, post pics

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60yoMod wrote:

Do you know the handlebar size for our LXVs? The options are 7/8", 1" or 1 1/4" ? I'd go measure but I'm not with my scooter and I would love to order tonight.

VEZPA UTC details Banned Vespa GTS 300 Super & Vespa P125X Joined: UTC Posts: 4134 Location: St. Petersburg Florida
VEZPA Banned Vespa GTS 300 Super & Vespa P125X Joined: UTC Posts: 4134 Location: St. Petersburg Florida	UTC quote There simply is no better product. http://www.formotionproducts.com/gauges_menu.htm

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Molto Verboso

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ScootChef wrote:

60yoMod wrote:

Do you know the handlebar size for our LXVs? The options are 7/8", 1" or 1 1/4" ? I'd go measure but I'm not with my scooter and I would love to order tonight.

Sorry my friend, ZZZ time over here

I measured mine before. With the string round the handlebar the circumference was just slightly over 2.75" so the nearest equivalent to a 7/8" handlebar.

VEZPA wrote:

There simply is no better product.

http://www.formotionproducts.com/gauges_menu.htm

They look great, and have a wider range of mount options. Snag is the billet type mount seems to only come in a 1" so would need packing out. Also XLR8 said in the other thread

XLR8 wrote:

I have owned two of the Formotion clocks and they both broke within a year. You can easily change the battery in the Formotion clock.

I recently bought one of the Clocks for Bikes and it has a back that requires a very special tool for removal. It is not even remotely similar to the back of the Formotion clocks. I have a ton of tools and am very mechanically minded but I will not attempt to remove the back from this clock unless I can find a reasonably priced tool that is made specifically to remove it.

The clock from C4B's comes with a three year warranty so I think that it is probably a much better clock than the ones from Formotion. Personally, I would not buy another clock from Formotion.

Scootchef, you're likely to get one before me. Waiting on pay day Please let us know how you get on with it.

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spartan1984 Molto Verboso 2017 Ducati Supersport S, 2014 Kawasaki Concours Joined: UTC Posts: 1023 Location: Murrieta, California	UTC quote Definitely interested in the final outcome/picture as I'd like to get one for the wifey's LXV 150

60yoMod UTC details Molto Verboso 2009 LXV125 Joined: UTC Posts: 1566 Location: Baildon, Yorkshire, England
60yoMod Molto Verboso 2009 LXV125 Joined: UTC Posts: 1566 Location: Baildon, Yorkshire, England	UTC quote And I'm delighted for you. All I was doing was pointing out another user's different experience. The fact remains that they only supply a 1" billet C mount, which on the LXV bars would need packing out.

60yoMod UTC details Molto Verboso 2009 LXV125 Joined: UTC Posts: 1566 Location: Baildon, Yorkshire, England
60yoMod Molto Verboso 2009 LXV125 Joined: UTC Posts: 1566 Location: Baildon, Yorkshire, England	UTC quote Errr, that's odd The above relates to another post, which then disappeared.

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The absolute nicest people at Clocks for Bikes

Yay!!! I just ordered a clock and a thermometer from Clocks for Bikes. I had a question about the handlebar size so I called instead of ordering online. Just an FYI - I spoke with Linda at C4B and she told me that if you phone rather than use online ordering, they will discount your mechanism and give you free shipping. She said that since they don't go to many trade shows anymore, they miss talking with people so they welcome the calls. I asked if I could mention the discount on MV and she said "YES"! She is shipping today. I will post pictures when I have them installed. I have not done business with someone so pleasant in a long time

60yoMod UTC details Molto Verboso 2009 LXV125 Joined: UTC Posts: 1566 Location: Baildon, Yorkshire, England
60yoMod Molto Verboso 2009 LXV125 Joined: UTC Posts: 1566 Location: Baildon, Yorkshire, England	UTC quote That's great I'd heard they were nice folks to deal with. Look forward to pics

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BernyG Hooked 2016 Primavera Joined: UTC Posts: 153 Location: Los Angeles	UTC quote What about a watch? Does anyone have these anymore? I had a large collection of Swatch watches and some other similar types that I've let go into disrepair and revived a couple of my favorites after buying the LXV. It took a while to get used to wearing one again but if you wear gloves then I guess it would cover up a watch

60yoMod UTC details Molto Verboso 2009 LXV125 Joined: UTC Posts: 1566 Location: Baildon, Yorkshire, England
60yoMod Molto Verboso 2009 LXV125 Joined: UTC Posts: 1566 Location: Baildon, Yorkshire, England	UTC quote BernyG wrote: What about a watch?.....if you wear gloves then I guess it would cover up a watch Exactly the problem, especially with winter gloves From the previous thread: 60yoMod wrote: ......The LXV doesn't come with a clock, and a wristwatch isn't easily accessible. I've thought about strapping an old watch to the handlebars, but saw these at....

judy UTC details World Traveler 2007 LX150 Daring Plum Leonardo Da Vespa Joined: UTC Posts: 29303
RIP judy World Traveler 2007 LX150 Daring Plum Leonardo Da Vespa Joined: UTC Posts: 29303	UTC quote The clocks even if you have them run fast or slow. Changing the battery is a real PIA. I have watches but never use them anymore. Time really isn't an issue for me but when it is i just pull my cell out of my pocket a red lights. CHEF i'm interested in seeing what your clock looks like and might get one. 8)

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judy wrote:

The clocks even if you have them run fast or slow. Changing the battery is a real PIA. I have watches but never use them anymore. Time really isn't an issue for me but when it is i just pull my cell out of my pocket a red lights. CHEF i'm interested in seeing what your clock looks like and might get one. 8)

They should be in the mailbox today. I'll post pictures as soon as I install them.

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RIP judy World Traveler 2007 LX150 Daring Plum Leonardo Da Vespa Joined: UTC Posts: 29303	UTC quote Thanks CHEF 8)

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I'd heard they were nice folks to deal with.

Just placed and order with Ross from clocks4bikes.com. What a nice guy and got a great discount and free shipping. If you are interested in buying a clock for your 2 wheeler call Ross and Linda directly. Not only will they give you a discount and free shipping, they you ll brighten up your day with their amazing customer service.
Thanks again for recommending.

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