2002 M750ie tach issue

[KIKH400]

My tach just started this the other day--

The tach needle starts in about the 5 o'clock position, and sweeps up when you turn the key.  The sweep is about the same distance as when it worked right. It sweeps up, then returns to the 5 o'clock position.  When I start and run the bike, the tach movement seems about the same as it did, except that it starts at about 5 o'clock, where it used to start at about 8 o'clock (700 rpm or so).  The bike runs fine.  It seems like the tach needle just slipped, and is now just oriented wrong. 

Any advice?

[Speeddog]

Most likely the needle has just slipped on the shaft.

Problem is, the only way to open a 2002 cluster is cutting.

IIRC, someone has done a FAQ or how-to post here somewhere....

Check your cluster, it *may* be a later model that can be opened.

[KIKH400]

Thanks. I'll take the face off when I can. For now, just riding

[cmejia1978]

no, no nooooo; I did it and no cutting at all, here are some pics to help you:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/80492390@N05/sets/72157631906503470/

The tricky part is how to tack the back little pins that hold the needles.. patience LOTS of it...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/80492390@N05/sets/72157633404066625/

[KIKH400]

Thanks.  I've been riding when I have the time rather than fixing.  At this point, its bothering me less and less and it may have to wait until cold weather.