1986 sportster speedo

[Andymandalore]

I recently bought a 1986 Harley Sportster 883 and there is no speedometer.  The wire for the speedo is still attached but it doesn't spin.  I am new to riding and wondering what could potentially be wrong and how much it would cost to repair.

[rigidthumper]

If the cable doesn't spin with the front wheel, then the speedo drive gear maybe broken, or the cable itself.  Last time I checked, cables were $35, and drive gears were $50, but it's been a while.

[Panzer]

Check cable first.