Thermometer recommendations

[Hog Killer DS0048]

I've tried two or three thermometers that attach to the bike, but none  of them are accurate. Do any of you guys use one that works properly?

TIA

[Bone]

Yes I have one that's very accurate if your moving. We are in a snow storm
right now but I will get a picture of it later if wanted.

When I worked I had to measure an adhesive at high temps (130º).
I used a dial thermometer for liquids that was stainless, a round dial with approx.
a 6 inch long stem that was inserted into the hot liquid.
Wanting to measure air temp and not the heat of the engine. I took the top of
the right fork below the top clamp and put on 2 zip ties. Then inserted the stem
of the thermometer into the ties. Sitting on the seat I have a perfect view of the
temperature of the air hitting the front of the bike. The dial is approx 1.250 dia.
My son lives in Mesa and he laughed when I told him I stuffed a glove up there so
I didn't know the current temp
If I stop at a red light I can see the temp start to rise as the heat leaves the engine
and follows the tank curve.
Not sure but I think places like Grainger have the thermometers.

[Michvalk]

I have never seen a handlebar type that gives an accurate reading when sitting still. The best one I ever had was a cheepie I found at Wal-Mart with a remote sensor. I put the remote under the fairing out of the sun and it was usually within a degree of on the money. thermometer has to be out of the sun to be accurate

[salty1]

I have never seen a handlebar type that gives an accurate reading when sitting still. The best one I ever had was a cheepie I found at Wal-Mart with a remote sensor. I put the remote under the fairing out of the sun and it was usually within a degree of on the money. thermometer has to be out of the sun to be accurate

My experience has been similar to Michvalk. I have a fancy handlebar indicator that is only accurate when the bike is moving or in the shade.


I also have another less expensive system on a bike that's fairly accurate when the bike is moving. I put the sender in the headlight housing


http://www.phatperformanceparts.com/Show_Chrome_Accessories_Digital_5_Function_Volt_Me_p/4-239.htm

Have a great day HogKiller  

[Momz]

The most accurate thermometer I have ever found was the "Formotion" adhesive backed analog (dial) type that I mounted vertically on my folding cup holder on my I/S.

It cost about $40.00 new, but someone pryed it off and gouged my cupholder. I now have a "Marvins" handlebar mount, but I don't believe it is as accurate or responsive to rapid temperature changes. 

[Jess from VA]

I have a cheap stickon, inside one fairing (came on the bike).  It is always high, due to engine heat and sitting in the sun.

Really, who needs a thermometer on a bike?  You are outdoors when riding and the temp is apparent.

I do however check the weather channel before all rides.

[Michvalk]

I have a cheap stickon, inside one fairing (came on the bike).  It is always high, due to engine heat and sitting in the sun.

Really, who needs a thermometer on a bike?  You are outdoors when riding and the temp is apparent.

I do however check the weather channel before all rides.

They are most useful for cold weather riding. Bundled up, you might not notice that water on the road is turning to black ice

[Jess from VA]

Copy that.  Except my days of riding 32* and below are out. 

[Bone]

Michigan roads get warm during the day but the earth stays cold for awhile. Any kind of moisture can be slippery.
Gets your attention when a tire gives that little slip.

[DLSSOJC]

I have one that mounts to the handlebars that looks really good esthetically, cost about $80 new, but I think it consistently shows about 5 degrees too warm . In my head I just subtract 5 degrees from it.  

[Momz]

I have a cheap stickon, inside one fairing (came on the bike).  It is always high, due to engine heat and sitting in the sun.

Really, who needs a thermometer on a bike?  You are outdoors when riding and the temp is apparent.

I do however check the weather channel before all rides.

My wife needs a thermometer as she has MS. MS can play hell with your entire body when it gets HOT. If it gets too hot she needs to pull over and cool off (shade, water, Kooldana, cooling vest, etc.).