Blindspot Mirror... help me out guys

[Hornblower]

George I use my neck and turn my head. Its a new concept I realize.

Me too, Shooter . I tried those little convex mirrors placed in the corner of the OEM mirrors and realized after a while, I wasn't really using them. Besides, they take up real "mirror room". I think we call this "getting back to the basics".

[hiflyer]

George I use my neck and turn my head. Its a new concept I realize.

[flat6bagger]

Adjustable? Got a link or part number?

Walmart has what appears to be the same ones for $2.99 in automotive.

Doug

[xgringo]

I had the Saeng blind spot mirrors on my previous bike for 5 years. I tried very hard to like them because of the investment. But looking into two different mirror setups and you have to do the head check anyway because you can't tell distance made them worthless. They became more or less nerdy looking decorations on my bike. And finally, you lose the natural hanger for your jacket and believe me you will miss it.

[srt8-in-largo]

Mounts to underside of dash, no holes or drilling. Doesn't block instruments. Includes tether to secure GPS. 2 sizes of mounting disc - 65mm and 80mm. PM me if interested for price.

Ah I've seen you offer these before; very ingenuitive! Can you not post a public price? The location is great for a GPS.

I bought a set like these from cycle gear I think they were on sale for $7. I searched and came up with this SKU : web1004799, they're down to $6 now. I put them on my old NC700X. Then when I got the 6 I got a set that has a different shape from a non-sponsored site.

Found it, thanks! These stickons are my last resort; with my eye sight getting worse I need BIGGER blindspot mirror

George I use my neck and turn my head. Its a new concept I realize.

Thanks Les!

Me too, Shooter . I tried those little convex mirrors placed in the corner of the OEM mirrors and realized after a while, I wasn't really using them. Besides, they take up real "mirror room". I think we call this "getting back to the basics".

You and Shooter make a good point; turning your head and actually looking is probably best when making a lane change. However, I scan constantly, even when not changing lanes. I'd like to have mirrors that add the blindspot to my scan just to have a more complete situational awareness.

Be sure to wear a helmet when you do that

[srt8-in-largo]

Walmart has what appears to be the same ones for $2.99 in automotive.

Doug

I do so much online shopping that I'm almost out of place in a brick -n- mortar store Now that I have my bike back I'll ride over and see what they have.

I had the Saeng blind spot mirrors on my previous bike for 5 years. I tried very hard to like them because of the investment. But looking into two different mirror setups and you have to do the head check anyway because you can't tell distance made them worthless. They became more or less nerdy looking decorations on my bike. And finally, you lose the natural hanger for your jacket and believe me you will miss it.

Including yours, I've had nothing but negative feedback on the Saeng's, in PM and a couple of comments above. I think this will close the chapter on Saeng; thanks.

[cosborn]

Hey George, don't have a part number but i think the round convex mirrors are available at most auto parts places, here in Au its REPCO or Autoco.

Chris

[Fla_rider]

George - KEY WORD being "Now that you have your bike back!"

[flat6bagger]

I think blind spot mirrors of any kind are annoying.
If you adjust your mirrors correctly,the blind spot is all but eliminated.
According to experts most people adjust their vehicle mirrors incorrectly.
You should not be able to see any portion of your vehicle.
The mirror should be adjusted just past this point.
On a motorcycle you will still see a bit of yourself,but should not see mostly you.
I will find the article and post it later.(hopefully I will find it)

Doug

[srt8-in-largo]

Hey George, don't have a part number but i think the round convex mirrors are available at most auto parts places, here in Au its REPCO or Autoco.

Chris

Thanks Chris

George - KEY WORD being "Now that you have your bike back!"

EXACTLY...

I think blind spot mirrors of any kind are annoying.
If you adjust your mirrors correctly,the blind spot is all but eliminated.
According to experts most people adjust their vehicle mirrors incorrectly.
You should not be able to see any portion of your vehicle.
The mirror should be adjusted just past this point.
On a motorcycle you will still see a bit of yourself,but should not see mostly you.
I will find the article and post it later.(hopefully I will find it)

Doug

Interesting Doug; many people feel this way, no doubt due to psychological differences, differences to visual motion sensitivity, etc.

Some people like high levels of information and detail... others like to simplfy. I'm in the former camp.

I've seen the articles and diagrams about using flat mirrors to see into, or eliminate, the blindspot. I angle my OEM mirrors as far outward as possible, but no matter where you aim them, the simple fact remains; a CONVEX mirror will always have a wider viewing angle than a flat one and therefore will always show more of your surroundings.