Under $100 maybe, until then, I'll keep counting :iconbeer:
You could try something like this.
In my opinion I think the GIpro is very accurate and quick. I wished I had this in my first 3000 miles of riding when the feedback would have been even more appreciated. After my initial ride two things about it stand out. I got the red display which is really bright maybe to much so. I kind of wish it was less bright or had the ability of being dimmed, maybe I should have opted for the blue. When I look at the dash it grabs my attention first and I have to make a conscience decision to move my focus on the other instruments. I may have to learn with more miles to scan past it. Second at full stop it displays a dash and not the number of the gear currently selected. As a beginner I remember trying to take off at a light in second when I thought I was in first. I soon learned to tap the shifter at a stop to assure I'm in first gear. I have witness other riders do this also. Lastly I think of it as an additional piece of safety equipment to justify the cost. Being a right brain rider there is no way I am going calculate what gear I'm in from the numerical revs and numerical speed. If my downshifting is interrupted by having to react or perform an avoidance maneuver I can with a quick glance be assured what gear the bike is in. In setting up for an aggressive turn I don't look at the dash I look at the visual speed and turn point. I do properly blurb the revs to downshift feeling and hearing engine mate with the wheel speed ready for the flick.
Seems awfully cheap. For that price might be worth the gamble.
I am willing to be the guinea pig for this one if people are interested in the alternatives. A very simple device made from very inexpensive materials, I think in some cases the price can be used to lead us into believing some things were forged from gold; quality insured.
Thanks for info. decided to order me one of these too.
How does the indicator stay in place? Was the disassembly difficult?
Just ordered it, so I'll update upon arrival and install.
If that thing is legit I want one for my bike as well...
