Bar end mirrors - which ones?

[AdrianXB9SX]

I'm about to buy my bar end mirrors off of ebay. I see 2 different listings and there is a $20 difference in price. Are these practically the same thing or should I go with the CRG? Also, do I need the bar end adapter? I have a 2007 XB9SX btw.

Cheaper price ebay id: 310059794726

CRG Brand ebay id: 290238709878

 

[LeFox]

both can be good...it doesn't have to be expensive for it to work good.
i think even some riders here have bicycle mirrors for less than 10$ and are happy with them.

options are listed in this post: click

 

[AdrianXB9SX]

Thanks LeFox. How about the bar end adapter? Do I need to purchase it also?

 

[LeFox]

most comfortable is with weights that still enable you to fit the mirror.

are you buying mirrors for both ends?

from what i read, the cheaper ones have the adapter included, whilst the crg ones don't.

my choice? i would go with the cheap ones. the crg has 2 extra options: tinted mirror glass and the fold in.
both of these are not used that much and you would have to buy the internal adapters seperatly.

 

[AdrianXB9SX]

Thanks LeFox. I went ahead and just ordered the cheaper ones. They seem to be pretty close to the CRG quality and I don't have to buy the $20 adapter.

 

[The Tin Man]

I want bar end mirrors as well...but the only problem I see is bringing my bike inside. I don't have a garage and I refuse to leave it outside so i simply drive it in my basement via my door. Any wider then stock and it won't fit thru a normal outside door.

 

[LeFox]

Any wider then stock and it won't fit thru a normal outside door.

than you would have to get the crg, because the fold in. which is only a small difference compared to stock.

 

[RHYNOXB9R]

There is a set on ebay called Lanesplitters that also fold in and are about $49.Look under Buell parts.

 

[judah2009]

What have you guys used to cap the mirror holes after mounting the bar end mirrors?

 

[EVLXB]

My local ACE hardware had little plastic plugs that fit perfect. They were super cheap and look good.

BTW - I bought Oberon's and they are stupid exspensive but worth every penny to me. They look like a piece of aluminum art. God help me if it ever falls over and takes one out though.

 

[Stevenc150]

You can order these mirror hole plugs from a Harley dealership. Pt.# N0001.B - around $.30/each

 

[Odin]

read here.
Previous thread

 

[FIDOSOL]

Hey that's my thread lol, just thought I'd pop in and say that I still have those mirrors and have had absolutely no problems out of them. Vibration is non-existent, also I sent the ebay guy my bike pics after I had installed the mirrors and for a while he used them on his auctions for the mirros. Easy install, great buy. Also there is not a hole in the end due to the design, just something to think about.

 

[Odin]

Of course, that's the best one I saw your pics when I was checking out my mirrors.. I called them back to purchase a single extra mirror, after that moron hit my bike and one of them broke. they were great on the phone too, and the replacement wasn't even $20

 

[boney95]

Thanks LeFox. I went ahead and just ordered the cheaper ones. They seem to be pretty close to the CRG quality and I don't have to buy the $20 adapter.

Um yeah, I don't think so.

 

[FIDOSOL]

Hey Boney, from comparing internet reviews for the CRG's and my experience with the 'cheaper' mirrors. I do think so. Of course without a side by side comparison it is impossible to ever truly know. But I haven't had any issues out of mine and the only issues I've even heard of were due to not properly tightening the bolt when installing them or other operator error. But I understand that with a name brand and higher price tag there comes a certain air of superiority/peace of mind. Not trying to bash you because I'm guilty of it as well. My Bullhead Jeans are way better than any old wal-mart brand. Or even Levi's for that matter. Of course the price tag should reflect that...

But hey man, whatever works for you, go with it. Most of us do.

 

[boney95]

FIDOSOL, I've also heard of the mirrors themselves popping out. No, what ever one prefers. I myself choose the best, or I make myself believe it's the best. I guess it's my personality. I always have to buy brand name. If that's a good thing or bad, I don't know.

 

[FIDOSOL]

As long as it works for you it's all good am I right? I'm the same way in some areas, and not so much in others. The mirrors I got were a steal and if I have any problems then I have an excuse to upgrade. Keep in mind I have to justify pricey items for my girlfriend (07' XB9SX) to my wife...