[Eagle Six]

I have a gen1 Ninja ZX14 (2006 model) which does not include an ambient outside air temperature gauge. I have been searching forums and products for a product that will attach and perform on this bike. Preferably battery powered, with a probe that I can mount out of the sunlight and protected from the wind.

If anyone has done this type on DIY install and would like to share, I'm all ears. If anyone just has a suggestion I would like to hear it as well. Thank You.

 

[Critter]

I believe you can get handlebar mounted ones. Not very pretty but functional

 

[Unkle Krusty]

I got mine from the chemist / drugstore for under $10, and hold it on with a zip tie. It has a spring thing in it. The battery powered unit went haywire in the sun, and died. The springy model does warm up in the sun, but calms down under way. I also have a cheap watch strapped to the bars.

UK

 

[RogerC60]

I'm leaning toward this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H1RDJOI. I haven't bought it yet.

 

[Eagle Six]

I'm leaning toward this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H1RDJOI. I haven't bought it yet.

Hi Roger, Thank You. I do not currently have a USB wired in this bike, but that is an interesting unit I had not seen before. Thank You for the link. I'll check to see if I can fit that size unit somewhere on the dash.

 

[RogerC60]

One of the reviewers said he cut off the USB plug and wired it to the bike's 12V. According to the item description it will operate on up to 24 VDC. The 5V USB plug is simply a convenience.

 

[Eagle Six]

One of the reviewers said he cut off the USB plug and wired it to the bike's 12V. According to the item description it will operate on up to 24 VDC. The 5V USB plug is simply a convenience.

Thank You Roger for that follow up information, good to know.

 

[Zebraranger]

If I want to know what the temp is, I just look at the home screen on my cell phone.

 

[hogcowboy]

I've seen several LCD type units washout in direct sun. I'd look at all the reviews to see if any use that one or any you get, outside where direct sun might be an issue.

 

[Eagle Six]

If I want to know what the temp is, I just look at the home screen on my cell phone.

Thank You Zebraranger. My cell phone doesn't have an ambient temperature gauge and it's always off and stowed away, as one of the last thing I want when I'm riding.

 

[Eagle Six]

I've seen several LCD type units washout in direct sun. I'd look at all the reviews to see if any use that one or any you get, outside where direct sun might be an issue.

Yes that is a concern, Thank You.