I use my mirrors constantly. I hate the look of them. I know many people have bought aftermarket mirrors to replace them, but I really like the look of no mirrors on the bars at all. I've searched a little and found very little options. I'm looking for something that would mount to my helmet, or any other option I may not be aware of. The only thing I've come across are the "bug eyes" mirrors that attach to the helmet. www.bugeyes.com (//http://) (//http://) Anyone use or know of something better than these? Thanks
That is the craziest thing I've ever seen. Definately different. I don't know any other options besides bar mounted mirrors. Sorry.
I've got some of the aftermarket Ducati Performance mirrors that came on my S4. They suck. They stick up too high, they move in the wind, and they vibrate. I've thought about the CRG type of bar ends, but I have dirt bike bars that are fairly wide, and i get real close sometimes when I split, so I don't want anything wider. I've seen little chopper type mirrors that hang below the bars, but vision looks obstructed (I use mine a lot too). I'm thinking of taking some new Harley mirrors, fairly oval shape, short stalks and doing whatever I have to do to mount them in my stock mounts. If I do it, I'll post up what I have to do.
Check out the Ducati Carbon Trader bar end mirrors. They are phenomenal, that look great, they are unobtrusive and relatively inexpensive. If you use PayPal you can have them within ONE week from England. The dollar is equal to 0.62 British Pounds as of today!
http://carbon-trader.com/cnc-other.htm (http://carbon-trader.com/cnc-other.htm)
I've got the CRG lanesplitters and they are awesome. No vibration at speed, they stay put and they fold in easy when splitting. They're the best mod on my bike.
Later
Quote from: Danmack_98 on July 13, 2009, 07:47:42 PM
www.bugeyes.com (//http://) (//http://) (//http://) Anyone use or know of something better than these? Thanks
I tried them and they don't work unless you have a neck.
Quote from: corndog67 on July 13, 2009, 08:19:29 PM
I've thought about the CRG type of bar ends, but I have dirt bike bars that are fairly wide, and i get real close sometimes when I split, so I don't want anything wider.
That's why they make a lane splitter version that folds in. You can't get any narrower than that. I run them on mu Husky which has huge bars and I don't have a problem.
Quote from: HaloDoc on July 13, 2009, 08:26:42 PM
Check out the Ducati Carbon Trader bar end mirrors. They are phenomenal, that look great, they are unobtrusive and relatively inexpensive. If you use PayPal you can have them within ONE week from England. The dollar is equal to 0.62 British Pounds as of today!
http://carbon-trader.com/cnc-other.htm (http://carbon-trader.com/cnc-other.htm)
those look a lot like the Oberon mirrors
I have the Oberon and they look exactly the same. They kick ass and look great.
maybe what you're looking for is this:
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/reevu/ (http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/reevu/)
I've seen the Reevu helmet and that is an option. I guess I'm drawn toward something I can mount on my visor or helmet that doesn't look too ridiculous.
Is anyone using a helmet-mounted solution or homemade option? I
Quote from: silentbob on July 13, 2009, 09:10:38 PM
I tried them and they don't work unless you have a neck.
Please explain. I assume you have a neck, so what am I not understanding?
Quote from: Danmack_98 on July 14, 2009, 06:26:35 PM
Please explain. I assume you have a neck, so what am I not understanding?
I don't have much of one so the mirrors only show me my shoulders. People with longer necks don't seem to have a problem.
http://www.reevu.com/moto_product.asp (http://www.reevu.com/moto_product.asp)
It has taken 7 years of intense research and development to perfect the rear view system that is fitted into every Reevu helmet. The patented multiple mirror system that is fitted within every Reevu helmet is a unique achievement of creative thinking and technical excellence. The mirror system is manufactured from a reflective polycarbonate material rather than glass. Unlike glass, this material is almost impossible to break and is lighter, providing additional safety and comfort to the wearer.
(http://www.reevu.com/images/mh.jpg)
(http://www.reevu.com/images/blackmetal500.jpg)
Quote from: Danmack_98 on July 14, 2009, 06:26:35 PM
Please explain. I assume you have a neck, so what am I not understanding?
"Mummies ain't got no necks!".
Name that show (or movie, whatever it was).
that reevu helmet is crazy! if they are cheap i am so getting one
mirrors suck!
+1 lanesplitters
Mirrors do suck... i thought we all had necks though. i scrapped my mirrors and never replaced them. i turn my head and look behind before entering corners which i think will help come track time, it also helps to maintain a speed where things only come at you from the front. ;D even when i had mirrors i always turned back to check, i dont trust a mirror as far as i can throw it. lately i dont think i would see anyone in those mirrors anyway besides the other riders im with and you'd better turn and check what your fellow luniz are up to as they can go from one mirror to the next to none before you can make out a IZ_ image in a 3" piece of shaking glass.
Quote from: redial on July 15, 2009, 05:27:09 AM
that reevu helmet is crazy! if they are cheap i am so getting one
mirrors suck!
Love that Reevu. Last I checked that weren't approved for sale in the U.S. (big fricken suprise)
Quote from: unreale7ss on July 15, 2009, 11:28:26 AM
Mirrors do suck... i thought we all had necks though. i scrapped my mirrors and never replaced them. i turn my head and look behind before entering corners which i think will help come track time, it also helps to maintain a speed where things only come at you from the front. ;D even when i had mirrors i always turned back to check, i dont trust a mirror as far as i can throw it. lately i dont think i would see anyone in those mirrors anyway besides the other riders im with and you'd better turn and check what your fellow luniz are up to as they can go from one mirror to the next to none before you can make out a IZ_ image in a 3" piece of shaking glass.
Driving on the SoCal freeways I would never be without my CRG lanesplitters. The time it takes you to turn your head can be the difference between living and dying. When something happens in front of me (like a mattress falling off a car) I want to know my options before I turn my head.
As for the track, if you start looking behind you while approaching a turn, you will end up in the infield.
those bugeyes are... interesting, to say the least.
what about a rearview camera?
Lanesplitters!
The best solution. And drop the bike over and watch em survive. ASs me how I know.
LA [thumbsup]
Quote from: unreale7ss on July 15, 2009, 11:28:26 AM
Mirrors do suck... i thought we all had necks though. i scrapped my mirrors and never replaced them. i turn my head and look behind before entering corners which i think will help come track time, it also helps to maintain a speed where things only come at you from the front. ;D even when i had mirrors i always turned back to check, i dont trust a mirror as far as i can throw it. lately i dont think i would see anyone in those mirrors anyway besides the other riders im with and you'd better turn and check what your fellow luniz are up to as they can go from one mirror to the next to none before you can make out a IZ_ image in a 3" piece of shaking glass.
+1 i ride without mirrors! don't tell me it's not safe,if i had mirrors i still would turn and look.Just saved me an extra movement.
Quote from: unreale7ss on July 15, 2009, 11:28:26 AM
Mirrors do suck... i thought we all had necks though. i scrapped my mirrors and never replaced them. i turn my head and look behind before entering corners
Turning to look before turning or changing lanes is wise indeed. I want mirrors that allow me to see if I have someone behind me. Is he tailgating? Should I move over? etc. I hate not knowing what's going on behind me but I don't want to be looking over my shoulder all the time. My OEM mirrors only show my arms so they stuck. I'm getting CRG LSs as soon as I can get to the shop. But this helmet would be great. Too bad I dropped $800 OTD on a Corsair V a few weeks ago.
so do y'all sit at traffic lights looking behind you the whole time? doesn't that strain your neck?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 16, 2009, 10:18:32 AM
so do y'all sit at traffic lights looking behind you the whole time? doesn't that strain your neck?
i rode without mirrors last week because i took them off doing the grips and the bike looked so much better
but your right it was annoying not being able to see what was behind me
i put the right side back on and rock 1 hindsight for now. upgrade to LS when $$$s permit :D
Quote from: HaloDoc on July 13, 2009, 08:26:42 PM
Check out the Ducati Carbon Trader bar end mirrors. They are phenomenal, that look great, they are unobtrusive and relatively inexpensive. If you use PayPal you can have them within ONE week from England. The dollar is equal to 0.62 British Pounds as of today!
http://carbon-trader.com/cnc-other.htm (http://carbon-trader.com/cnc-other.htm)
I'm looking to get these mirrors, but need to know the stem size I should get. What's the inside diameter of the stock 696 bars?
Quote from: Danmack_98 on July 16, 2009, 04:59:53 PM
I'm looking to get these mirrors, but need to know the stem size I should get. What's the inside diameter of the stock 696 bars?
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=25818.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=25818.0)
Quote from: redial on July 17, 2009, 09:17:06 AM
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=25818.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=25818.0)
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Quote from: flanman on July 16, 2009, 08:53:46 PM
Sorry guys they are sold
Some folks like to make sure you know when you missed a deal! :) [bang]