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UNIVERSAL TACHOMETER INSTRUCTIONS FOR METRIC & BRANDS OTHER THAN
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
These instructions cover installing this Tach on most Metric and Non Harley motorcycles. Some vehicles may require the included Tach
adapter. Please see FAQ on the final page of the instructions for information on how to determine whether your bike requires the Tach Adapter.
Wiring instructions are included separately for the adapter.
Tools required:
2.5, 4 & 5MM Allen Wrenches
10 & 12 MM Sockets
10MM Open-end wrench
Pliers (Std. & Needle Nose)
Electrical Tape / Shrink Tube
Factory Service Manual
INSTALLER NOTES: Reference to LED Control Box is only relevant if you are installing a 7-Color Tachometer, otherwise only worry
about the wires from the Tachometer. To determine if your bikes requires the BA-7515-50 Tach Adapter and how to locate the negative
side of the coil see FAQ page of this document.
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS:
Wire Baron's Tach to one of your motorcycles ignition coils via the following method:
GREEN WIRE from Tach to NEGATIVE terminal of coil (or direct to Green from the Tach Adapter if your bike requires the single fire
adapter.
BLACK WIRE from Tach and the LED Control box on 7-Color Tachometer both go to CHASSIS (Ground)
RED WIRE from Tach and LED Control box on 7-Color Tachometer both go to POSITIVE terminal of coil (or other switched 12 volt
source)
7-COLOR TACHOMETERS ONLY
WHITE Connector from 7-Color Tach to WHITE Connector on the 7-Color LED Control Box
BLACK SWITCH box w/Red Button plugs into 7-Color LED Control Box
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ):
We appreciate your business and hope you have had a successful installation. Should you be experiencing any oddities, or have questions
we would appreciate you taking a moment to review the information below. You will find answers to the most common questions and
explanations that will in most cases take care of your needs. If after reviewing the information and you are still having issues , please
contact us by email at TECH@Baronscustom.com or on our TECH phone at 714-274-4098.
TACH ADAPTER
Q: How do I know if I need the Tach Adapter (BA-7315-50)
A. In most cases if your bike has a fuel-injected or single-fire ignition you will need the Tach Adapter.
Q. I installed the Tach and it seems to be registering half the RPM's, whats wrong?
A. You most likely need the Adapter.
TACH ADAPTER KNOWN FITMENT
We have tested this adapter and determined:
IT IS REQUIRED ON All HARLEY DAVIDSON Models 2004-2010, YAMAHA V-Star 950 & 1300, 2008-2009 Road Star, Warrior,
Roadliner, Stratoliner, Raider, HONDA VTX1800 , KAWASAKI VN900 & VN2000, SUZUKI C50 & C90
IT IS NOT REQUIRED ON: HARLEY DAVIDSON models using the stock Tach output from the bike (PINK wire), YAMAHA Road
Star, Royal Star, RSTD, Venture or 1998 to 2010 Vstar 650 & 1100, KAWASAKI VN1500/VN1600 Models, HONDA VTX1300
ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION (EFI)
This adapter may or may not be required on fuel-injected 2 or 4-cylinder bikes not listed above. If you have installed the Tach and it is
registering half the RPM's needed you would most likely need the Tach Adapter.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Q: How do I replace the light bulb in my Tach?
A: Remove Tach from the handlebars. In the handlebar clamp area of the Tach housing there is a set screw: Loosen it, remove the Tach
housing bezel by unscrewing (counterclockwise) from the housing, slide the Tach instrument out of the housing. On the rear of the
Stainless Steel Tach unit there is a rubber plug: Remove the plug. The bulb is in a bayonet style holder just under the plug. Rotate holder
1/4 turn to remove, and pull the bulb out.
Our install guides provide a basic outline on the proper installation of our products. Further tuning and/or
fitment may be required. Barons bears no responsibility on installation costs associated with this product.
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BULLET & MINI-BULLET TACHOMETERS INSTALLATION
GUIDE - Please see appropriate section for your specific
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