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Offline Serge

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can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« on: May 12, 2006, 11:03:17 AM »
Hi, I can't see much in mirrors above 70 mph ..  The vibration in handlebars make the images very blurred ..  Interstingly, the left one I replaced from partssnmore is more vibrating than the right one .. Is it normal or I have a problem ?

Thanks, - serge
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #1 on: May 12, 2006, 11:14:59 AM »
Often it is the type of mirror(read: CHEAP) that is susceptible to vibration. If you end up coming over for that tune-up I'll let you try some Napolean mirrors I have laying about. I've also got a set of stock mirrors with the rubber insert around the mirror glass.

   Carb synch and tune-up can cut down on vibration but sometimes isn't enough if the mirrors are crap.
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #2 on: May 12, 2006, 11:21:20 AM »
i cant either,but of course at that speed all you need to see is the fuzzy outline of whats there anyway. ;D
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #3 on: May 12, 2006, 11:59:17 AM »
Most mirrors get "fuzzy" with high rpm vibration.
I know that Drag Specialties sells some sorta vibration dampner things (not sure if they work)...
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #4 on: May 12, 2006, 12:06:10 PM »
My experience mirrors scondon's.  The aftermarket mirrors typically seem to be lighter.  Less mass seems to lead to higher amplitude and frequency vibrations.
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #5 on: May 12, 2006, 12:51:31 PM »
Quote from: ofreen on May 12, 2006, 12:06:10 PM
My experience mirrors scondon's.

100 bonus points for use of a clever metaphor. 5000 points for using said metaphor to reflect my point of view ;D ;D ;D
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #6 on: May 12, 2006, 01:37:56 PM »
OH minus 10,000 points for ego inflation!! ;D
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #7 on: May 12, 2006, 02:46:24 PM »
Quote from: eldar, Master of the K8 Thunder! on May 12, 2006, 01:37:56 PM
OH minus 10,000 points for ego inflation!! ;D

Phew! For a minute there I thought I'd be penalized for a poor attempt at humor. * "reflect my view".. Gotdamn, I slay me  :D :D :D



            * gettin' my -10,000 worth ;)
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #8 on: May 12, 2006, 02:50:34 PM »
Quote from: scondon on May 12, 2006, 02:46:24 PM
Quote from: eldar, Master of the K8 Thunder! on May 12, 2006, 01:37:56 PM
OH minus 10,000 points for ego inflation!! ;D

Phew! For a minute there I thought I'd be penalized for a poor attempt at humor. * "reflect my view".. Gotdamn, I slay me  :D :D :D



            * gettin' my -10,000 worth ;)

Good one.  You win.  I was was trying to think of another one, but am too tired.
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #9 on: May 12, 2006, 03:03:33 PM »
Quote from: ofreen on May 12, 2006, 02:50:34 PM
Good one.  You win.  I was was trying to think of another one, but am too tired.

   STop...... yer killin' me :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

 I bow to your superior skill of wit and innuendo ;)



(my apologies TT, all in good fun)
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #10 on: May 12, 2006, 03:58:53 PM »
There used to be a bar weight called the "Bar Snake" that went in the bars instead of using bar-end weights. Don't know if they're still around, though. Some people fill their bars with lead shot.  Otherwise, Napoleons act as bar-end weights and are held in place with rubber slugs to further reduce vibes.  Also check front end for out of round tire, tire seated properly, stering head bearings adjusted properly, and air pressure.  Sometimes it's just a loose nut behind the handlebars.
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #11 on: May 12, 2006, 06:01:44 PM »
i think we see eye to eye on the mirror problem.   8)
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #12 on: May 12, 2006, 07:16:20 PM »
maybe it's just me , but at 75 mph, I worry about what's in front of me not what's behind me ??? :D
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Re: can't see much in mirrors at 75 mph
« Reply #13 on: May 12, 2006, 11:21:33 PM »
Quote from: cd811 on May 12, 2006, 07:16:20 PM
maybe it's just me , but at 75 mph, I worry about what's in front of me not what's behind me ??? :D

I worry about sliding off the back of my seat!  :o

My mirrors vibrate at that speed too. I just figured it was from 75 mph wind. That's Cat 1 hurricane force, should they really be that steady in these conditions?
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