Speedo/Tacho Gauge alignment?

[Richard_imp]

Every time I sit on my CB1100EX I am convinced there is something not quite aligned around the bars or instruments.

In the past I had bikes with misaligned bars/forks but I am not convinced this is the issue here and it may just be an optical illusion in play. In fact, I observed the same issue with another CB1100 (an RS) in the dealership.

When I spoke to the dealer about it, he told me it was a common topic and it is caused by the fact the gauges are rubber mounted and therefore, often look a bit out of line.

I've tried to photograph the gauges and bars on my bike but I have to admit, this picture does not really show the issue with any clarity.

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Does anyone else have the same issue or know of any solutions? I could try realigning the forks I guess, but thought I'd ask here before starting that.

Likely not a biggie, but based on the provided image the left clutch hydraulic reservoir is somewhat tilted (rotated) forward when compared to the right front brake reservoir. This appears to create an illusion that something is amiss on the handlebars?

Good eye...now that I see that I can't unsee it!

And therein lies the problem.

Thanks both for taking the time to try to help.

I have adjusted the clutch reservoir a little (whilst remaining obsessive that the clutch and brake levers are at a similar angle to the bars).

I have also checked my gauges in comparison to the ignition and it is off in the same way as the one above...

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I've also noticed that the 2019 European spec bike has a universal "on" symbol rather than "Ignition".

However, I'm now more convinced that my bars are a smidgen out of line when the front wheel is straight, meaning the forks need a small realignment.

Looking at this picture, which is as straight-on as I can get it, I can see more of the left suspension adjustment than the right...

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The difference is tiny and of course, it in now way affects how the bike rides.

So, I will either learn to live with it, or carry out the simple procedure to realign the forks. The only thing holding me back is to find out the torque settings for all the various fasteners.

Thanks again for your help.