Fat Bob mirror question
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 95
Likes: 0
Thanks. I didn't consider that.
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 1,382
Likes: 4
From: Kennewick, WA
I switched my 29" wide buckhorns to 4-1/2" risers and 27-3/8" drags and couldn't see behind me, but the original set up was also useless as far as the rear view mirrors were concerned. This riser/bar combo was great for u-turns and handling and was the best feeling bar set-up that I've ever had on this bike.
Still, my cables were too long, rather than shortening them all I just switched to 30-1/2" wide drags and 8" risers. I was hoping to gain a better rear view from my mirrors, the view improved a lot, but the stock mirrors, being about 1-1/4" shy of the hand grip ends, still showed mostly my arms.
I'm still waiting for my Mini American long stem mirrors to arrive from J&P (part no 750-362) that should give me 2 more inches of width and a nice sized mirror.
I'm hoping that the sturdy stems of these mirrors won't transfer too much vibration.
Still, my cables were too long, rather than shortening them all I just switched to 30-1/2" wide drags and 8" risers. I was hoping to gain a better rear view from my mirrors, the view improved a lot, but the stock mirrors, being about 1-1/4" shy of the hand grip ends, still showed mostly my arms.
I'm still waiting for my Mini American long stem mirrors to arrive from J&P (part no 750-362) that should give me 2 more inches of width and a nice sized mirror.
I'm hoping that the sturdy stems of these mirrors won't transfer too much vibration.
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 838
Likes: 1
From: Indiana
Your size and arm length are obviously key factors in the mirror issue. I just sat on mine (stock bars/mirrors) and for the life of me can't understand how I could get my elbows in the way 
Good luck on the issue!
Good luck on the issue!
Advanced
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 73
Likes: 0
True statement ^ Ride an '08 1000RR for a few thousand miles. You don't see anything but elbows in your mirrors until you turn them in to see behind you. I feel like I have eyes in the back of my head on my Fatbob compared to that bike!
Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 1,384
Likes: 0
From: Austin, Texas
Personally I believe if you capture your elbow and a bit of your forearm, you are narrowing your blind spot.
I know the problem, and had it big time with the stock mirrors. I bought the tear drop script HD mirrors (overpriced, I know, but nice) and they give me about an inch more view as they're longer. Not only that, you set them and forget them; they're very secure and don't vibrate or shake out of adjustment.
I know the problem, and had it big time with the stock mirrors. I bought the tear drop script HD mirrors (overpriced, I know, but nice) and they give me about an inch more view as they're longer. Not only that, you set them and forget them; they're very secure and don't vibrate or shake out of adjustment.
Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 1,384
Likes: 0
From: Austin, Texas
That's really true. Lots of them are way too expensive. But it's not just Harley. I wanted a compass and bought one that used to be offered by Victory for their motorcycles. NICE compass, but sixty-five bucks!
I really wanted THESE, but they were twice as expensive! Maybe one day, I think they'd solve the problem:
http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...bmLocale=en_US
Anyone tried the extension kit?
I really wanted THESE, but they were twice as expensive! Maybe one day, I think they'd solve the problem:
http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...bmLocale=en_US
Anyone tried the extension kit?
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 5,105
Likes: 16
From: Blaine, WA
I'm curious if the LH side one vibrates itself into a blur like the stock one does. Mine doesn't move but it's not much use when the engine is running.