Classic Bike Meters

04/09/2026

Two original 1976 Yamaha XT500 instrument sets, fully restored and looking almost factory fresh again.

One KM/H set and one MPH set, both carefully rebuilt, restored and calibrated while keeping the authentic character of these iconic instruments.

It’s hard to believe these gauges are now 50 years old. This is exactly why I love restoring them: bringing the original instruments back to a condition worthy of the motorcycle they belong to.

Ready for another 50 years on the road.

31/08/2026

From tired to time-capsule: this GT750 gauge set is reborn. Every original part revived, fresh chrome gleaming, ready to cross the ocean. Your turn next? , , .

31/08/2026

I was very saddened to hear about the passing of John Miles.

I knew John through his restoration work and always had tremendous respect for the exceptionally high standards he maintained. He was a true craftsman, and his work reflected the passion and dedication he had for these old motorcycles.

The classic motorcycle community has lost a great craftsman. He will be greatly missed.

My sincere condolences and strength to his family, friends, and everyone who was close to him.

Rest in peace, John.

On the behalf of John, I’m his son reaching out today to let you all know that my father passed away at 4:30 on August 29th, 2026. If you need to reach out to us for anything we will be responding to calls and messages on John’s phone as I have access to it. Pray for him and our family. He will be deeply missed, thank you.

27/08/2026

I’m proud to share the full restoration of this complete CB750K4 gauge set for a client in Singapore. The speedometer isn’t the original mph version, but a km/h unit the client already had, and it works perfectly with this type of bike. Even better, it matches beautifully with the K4 dial faces. Fully gone through inside and out, this set is ready for many carefree miles to come. Hashtags: .

25/08/2026

Another classic Honda speedometer saved! 😃👍

This Honda CX650 speedometer arrived completely seized and no longer working. Once opened up, it became clear there was more going on internally than just dried-out lubrication.

The drive mechanism had suffered some damage and needed careful straightening and repair before everything could move freely again. After a complete service, a few additional repairs and a replacement needle, it was time for calibration and testing.

The result: the original speedometer is back in action and working exactly as it should. Another original instrument preserved instead of replaced. 👌

21/08/2026

Straight back into the workshop with this Kawasaki Z1100ST MPH speedometer. It arrived damaged and completely non-functional, but after some careful electronic repairs, it’s back to life and working properly again! ⚡

My main focus is on older mechanical instruments from classic Japanese motorcycles, but occasionally I take on an electronic repair like this one too.

Always satisfying to save an original instrument! 👌

01/08/2026

Here’s the final CBX1000 instrument set to leave my workshop before my summer break.

This set has received a mild restoration, preserving its original character while ensuring everything is fully serviced, calibrated, and ready for many more years of reliable use.

Thank you to everyone who has followed my work, supported my business, and enjoyed my restoration videos over the past months. I truly appreciate it.

My workshop is now closed for two weeks for a well deserved summer holiday. I’ll be back soon, ready to restore more classic motorcycle instruments.

Thank you for watching, and I’ll see you again in two weeks! ☀️⛱️🤿

30/07/2026

🇬🇧 British Honda CB750K6 Concours Restoration

A concours restoration doesn’t stop with the paintwork, chrome and engine. Your gauges deserve the same attention.

This original British Honda CB750K6 instrument set has been completely restored to concours condition. It has been fully serviced, rebuilt and precisely calibrated to perform and look as it did when it left the Honda factory.

For customers who want absolute originality, I can also supply a selection of New Old Stock (NOS) parts for an authentic factory fresh appearance.

As a complimentary bonus, this customer will receive one of my complete bulb kits, ensuring the entire dashboard lights up like new.

The final upgrade is a new centre dashboard panel. The mounting tabs on these panels often break over the years, so replacing it is the perfect finishing touch.

Want your classic Honda to look and perform at this level?

Get in touch today. I still have a few restoration slots available.

29/07/2026

10,000 Facebook Followers! 😃👍

Today, Classic Bike Meters reached an incredible milestone: 10,000 Facebook followers!

A huge thank you to everyone who follows my work, likes, comments, shares my posts, and trusts me with the restoration of their classic motorcycle instruments.

Your support, enthusiasm, and appreciation for these beautiful vintage Japanese gauges mean more than you can imagine.

Here’s to the next 10,000! 👊🏻

Thank you all!

Patrick Lippinkhof
Classic Bike Meters

27/07/2026

This XT500 instrument set had previously been restored, but it never truly reflected the original factory specification.

After a complete, historically accurate restoration, it has now been returned to the way Yamaha intended it to be. Every detail has been carefully corrected, rebuilt and finished with authenticity in mind.

It will soon be on its way back to its owner in France, and I’m looking forward to seeing it reunited with the bike it belongs to.

This is exactly why I love doing what I do: preserving originality for future generations.