| | |  | Computers | | Home » » | | | | | | | Description: | | The BC 1606L provides a better overview of the essential information during a ride by hiding the total accumulated functions and cadence if not installed. The backlight gives optimal readability of this information even in the dark. An integrated storage chip prevents the loss of set values during battery change as features such trip section counter, timer, and second wheel size are programmable. Dot Matrix display - clearer display through full text indication between values. Active mode without total values - total values faded while riding to enable better focusing on the necessary functions. Backlight - optimal readability even after nightfall. | | | Features: | |
• Current speed, Max speed, Avg speed, Speed comparison, trip distance, total distance (bike 1, 2 & 1+2)
• Clock, Stop watch, Ride timer, Total ride time (bike 1, 2 & 1+2), Countdown timer, Dual bike memory
• 2 Wheel sizes, Low battery indicator, backup function, LCD backlight, 7 language selection
• Integrated storage chip - pre-settings and total values are retained during battery change
• Low battery indicator - on-time battery change reminder
| | | Product Details: | | | Package Length:
| 5.5 inches | | Package Width:
| 4.5 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.5 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.2 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 8 reviews |
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 Not Only for Bicycles!Sep 22, 2008
I've had an earlier version of this unit (a BC-800) on my motorcycle for several years. It has been very useful, primarily to give me a large display of my actual speed. You see, most motorcycles have an 'optimistic' speedometer, which usually read 10% high.
My BC-800 finally gave up the ghost - the display faded to where it was barely visible.
The BC-1606L is better in most every way than the BC800. The single best improvement is the non-volatile memory. That means you do not need to re-program the unit every time you replace the battery. The display is larger, and the contrast is adjustable. And, there is a 'backlight' feature!
Installation on a motorcycle is easy. Mount the pickup on the brake caliper, and set the Wheel Size and the Time into the computer. Make sure the pickup cable doesn't foul anything when you turn the steering lock-to-lock.
Installation of the magnet is a little more complicated. Figure out where the magnet will pass less than 1/4 inch from the pickup. This is most probably on the brake rotor. Using either double-stick tape or some packing tape, stick the magnet where you think it'll work. Take a slow ride around the block, and see if the system shows your speed. If it doesn't, you'll need to fiddle with the location of the magnet and/or the pickup. If it does work, mount the magnet more permanently on the rotor. I used two-part epoxy glue.
A really great piece of gear, for not a lot of money!
I don't recommend the 'wireless' version of this unit for motorcycles. While I haven't seen one, I'd guess the ignition system might interfere with the Sigmas' signal.
 Sigma multi function bicycle speedometer with cadenceSep 16, 2008
First, the bad news. The install instructions aren't great, the read out is smallish for aging eyes, and the set-up/operation seems unnecessarily complicated. Now the good news . . . it does everything I want it to do, it seems to work well, it's small and lightweight and the o-ring "fastners" are kind of cool. Oh yeah, at around $35 for the unit with the cadence sender, it's a great deal.
easy installationJul 28, 2008
Very easy to install, great functionality, and a low price. this is definitely recommended for the casual rider!
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Includes CadenceApr 09, 2008
In case you were wondering, I ordered this on 4/9/08 and it did come with the cadence sensor. Lots of features for $30, but I've yet to install it yet to see how it works in action.
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Nice computer with a lot of functionsAug 04, 2007
The computer can be mounted on the handle bars, stem, or on aerobars. The mounting can be rotated to account for the different paths of bars, either perpendicular or parallel to the bicycle major axis. The backlight is not too bright. It's about as bright as the Indiglo feature on TimeX watches. The computer offers "Reset All" function, but doesn't reset all the functions. You need to go into some modes and reset them manually, which is a nuisance. However, I don't use all those functions anyway. A stopwatch is also provided, which is nice. Overall, I'm pretty pleased with my purchase at a great price. The computer does come with all the wiring/sensors needed for the speed and the cadence functions.
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