re5m instruments, how do i open lid with no power

[jeff]

hi guys
just wonder is there a trick to releasing whatever the mechanism is that prevents the green plastic flap from covering speedo/tacho and sliding up as the bike it comes from is partly dismantled and instruments arent currently wired to bike
basically i would just like to see what shape the instruments are like but dont want to completely dismantle a good set of clocks if i can get away with it
thanks

[Jess]

No power is required...

The Hood is spring loaded, and only latched shut when the key is in the off position. This is done mechanically.

Best

[goandy]

Dang. There goes my opportunity to try and convince Jeff that he has to deactivate the flux capacitor to open the lid...

Good luck Jeff- and don't be shy to ask questions, there's a wealth of knowledge on here. Jess also sells brand new repro headlamp shells for the M model- yes from the states but there's not that many loose spares for these things in Australia these days. I've never seen a tank or headlamp shell for sale here.

[jeff]

ha ha ha
actually had a better look at the instruments today after rotary recycles post tring to figure out another way as dont have the bloody key
only to discover theres a little tab you push down between instruments and ignition area that releases cover without a key
all good though
job done without a flux capacitor
thanks for parts info mate, do know of some bits locally but seeing what else is around in case my source is too high dollar wise
thanks guys