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1981 Honda CB650 · Instruments & Cables Buying guide
The speedometer cable has a specific 1980–82 standard-CB650 application. The tachometer cable and meter cushions have separate references. Compare the fitted gauges, wheel drive and cable routing before ordering.
Speedometer cableJapanese-made cable for the listed 1980–82 standard CB650; reference 44830-KC1-010.View part
Tachometer cableJapanese-made cable replacing reference 37260-426-000.View part
Instrument mounting cushionTwo used per bike: one for each original-style speedometer and tachometer.View part
The speedometer cable replaces 44830-KC1-010 and is listed for the 1980–82 standard CB650. The tachometer cable replaces 37260-426-000. Both are made in Japan. Different bars, instrument positions or drive units require their own end-fitting and routing checks.
Custom instruments need more than a matching face style. Verify mechanical drive ratio, cable connection, mounting dimensions and lighting wiring before choosing them. Original-housing cushions and back covers should be compared with the actual gauges rather than assumed to fit a mini instrument.
Inspect the instrument and wheel-drive unit for wear or binding as well as the cable. Check for sharp bends or tension and fully seated ends; follow the cable maker’s lubrication instructions. A replacement cable cannot repair a worn or binding drive or gauge.
A hardened, split or compressed meter cushion can let the instrument move even when the chrome cover looks sound. Inspect the brackets, sleeves, washers and fasteners too. Cushion 73-0096 is sold individually; the original speedometer and tachometer each use one.
Check drive ratio, cable connection, housing dimensions, mounting and electrical requirements. A stock-housing application or a matching appearance does not establish custom-instrument compatibility.
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