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Old Sep 15, 2018 | 10:08 AM
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Those are garbage. This is what you want to get: CRG adapter kit
What even is that?
 
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Old Sep 15, 2018 | 02:13 PM
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What even is that?
that is an insert kit that replaces those cheap expansion kits most bar end mirrors come with. There are 2 split pieces that fit snugly around the screw. The pieces expand and tightens the bar end mirror on. It's the best solution I've seen in my years of using bar end mirrors.
 
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Old Sep 15, 2018 | 04:30 PM
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Originally Posted by edgeofsanity
that is an insert kit that replaces those cheap expansion kits most bar end mirrors come with. There are 2 split pieces that fit snugly around the screw. The pieces expand and tightens the bar end mirror on. It's the best solution I've seen in my years of using bar end mirrors.
Are they universal? I still don't get how tf these things arent fitting I feel like such an idiot
 
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Old Sep 15, 2018 | 05:10 PM
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Are they universal? I still don't get how tf these things arent fitting I feel like such an idiot
they will work for the mirrors you have. Just be sure to order the one for 1" bar if your using stock HD bar

The problem with the original inserts that came with your mirrors is that you will not be able to exert enough force to expand the aluminum tube to the hold the mirrors on tightly. And once you expand it, it will not shrink.
 
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Old Sep 17, 2018 | 11:24 AM
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Streetfighter06
I bought the exact same mirrors and had the same problem. Never could get them to tighten to fit my 2016 Roadster.
I ordered these off of ebay and they worked perfectly. I was even able to leave about a 1/16" on the throttle side so that it didn't bind up.
I think I paid about $20 for the set, but am not 100% sure unless I went and looked.

I will post some pics when I get home since I didn't ride to work today.

Hope this helps. If you have any questions I will be happy to try and answer them (if I can).
I think they shipped them same day and I got them a few days later

BikeMaster 1 inch ID Bar End Adapter for Clamp-On Mirror Each FHM005-AD-1BK


 
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