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I'm considering getting a set of black long stem mirrors for my 1200S Sportster. It has the stock low profile bar. I didn't get the stock long stem mirrors (kinda ugly anyway) with the bike so I put on a standard set of HD mirrors which give me an excellent view of my elbows. I'd like a longer stem without the bike looking like Dumbo. I've located a few sets on the web. Drag Specialities seems to have a decent set.
Any suggestions, advice, photos, etc. would be appreciated.
I've thought about flipping the mirrors but does that really give you a better view or is this mod primarily for looks? Also I don't think there's enough space for tank clearance on a full turn.
Flipping the mirrors is a free way to see if you like them. It really depends on if it will help you see better of not, it's not just a "looks" thing to lower the mirrors. One of my bikes has higher mirrors, one I lowered. Both give me perfect function without sacrifice.
So you your case, flip them and see if it works for you.
Harley makes a kit that mounts to the base of your current mirror stems. It essentially creates a longer stem. The kit is a cheap easy solution, without having to spend more on new mirrors.
Just a suggestion..
As fonzie said, I don't care where Ive been , just want to look cool getting there. On Serious note check out the mirror extenders. They worked great for me on my dyna.
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