There are lots of different ways to do it, but my personal preference is the morgan Carbtune pro. Easy to read, to use, and most importantly carry and store, and way more accurate than any VDO type guage
I use a mercury filled balancing unit. Got it from a friend who sold his bike. There are instructions on the internet from several different sites that explain how to make your own from household/garage items.
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