Mirrors for FXDC
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From: NoVa
I'm still trying to answer that myself. I looked at the HD split vision mirrors, but I didn't like the fact that the heavily convexed mirror was on exactly the same plane as the "regular view" side. Had it been angled to the outside, it would have been a nice mirror. As is, all you get is a bigger view of the view you already have (with a couple feet out around the edges).
Guess I'll keep looking or find some small 1" mirror dots to put on the stock mirrors (which I havent found a decent set of yet either).
Guess I'll keep looking or find some small 1" mirror dots to put on the stock mirrors (which I havent found a decent set of yet either).
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2011
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From: Southern NM
In the years I have been riding I could never find a mirror that does it all, what I do now is the right mirror looks over my shoulder to the left of my bike, left side looks the other side. Takes some getting used to but I can generally see pretty good and a slight glance left or right takes up the small blind spot.....for what its worth..
Road Captain
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From: Oregon
In the years I have been riding I could never find a mirror that does it all, what I do now is the right mirror looks over my shoulder to the left of my bike, left side looks the other side. Takes some getting used to but I can generally see pretty good and a slight glance left or right takes up the small blind spot.....for what its worth..
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From: Colorado
Relying on your mirrors is in my opinion a dangerous thing. It's much better to develop the habit of looking over your shoulder before you turn or change lanes.
In my opinion, over reliance on your mirrors can get you killed.
In my opinion, over reliance on your mirrors can get you killed.
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Chesapeake, VA
Mirrors for FXDC
I got the Profie mirrors for my FXDC. I really like them because they are elongated, and I can adjust them so that I can see a wide field behind me. (I also think they look great on the bike.)
I always do a head check when changing lanes, just to make sure that no one has sneaked into my blind spot. I do a head check when changing lanes in my cage too.
I always do a head check when changing lanes, just to make sure that no one has sneaked into my blind spot. I do a head check when changing lanes in my cage too.
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From: Connecticut
Mirror then head check. Safest way. Even if you have mirrors the size of a frisbee....always head check!
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From: NoVa
Exactly. Mirror first. If somebody is there, I know I can't move, so don't have to turn my head (and take my eyes off the road and car in front of me that will slam on the brakes as soon as I turn my head). If there isn't anyone in the mirror, then I look back. It would just be nice to have the blind spot covered so I can plan lane changes better.
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From: The Mohawk Trail
I know what you mean about the blind spot. Mirrors are for more than just changing lanes (which as many have noted requires a head turn) They are for situational awareness too.
Personally I didn't want to and at the time didn't have the coin to spend hundreds on a fancy mirror set. But after the change to Carlini's the stock mirrors were of little to no use. My solution was a cheap set of diecast ovals from a company called BK Rider on Ebay. At $35 and change they have proved to be well worth it.
Personally I didn't want to and at the time didn't have the coin to spend hundreds on a fancy mirror set. But after the change to Carlini's the stock mirrors were of little to no use. My solution was a cheap set of diecast ovals from a company called BK Rider on Ebay. At $35 and change they have proved to be well worth it.
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From: Colorado
I know what you mean about the blind spot. Mirrors are for more than just changing lanes (which as many have noted requires a head turn) They are for situational awareness too.
Personally I didn't want to and at the time didn't have the coin to spend hundreds on a fancy mirror set. But after the change to Carlini's the stock mirrors were of little to no use. My solution was a cheap set of diecast ovals from a company called BK Rider on Ebay. At $35 and change they have proved to be well worth it.
Personally I didn't want to and at the time didn't have the coin to spend hundreds on a fancy mirror set. But after the change to Carlini's the stock mirrors were of little to no use. My solution was a cheap set of diecast ovals from a company called BK Rider on Ebay. At $35 and change they have proved to be well worth it.
I generally adjust my mirrors inward a bit so I can get a better view of what's coming up behind me... I only use them marginally for turns and changing lanes - glancing in them briefly, then if it looks clear turning my head and LOOKING before I make my move.