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Author Topic: What did you just buy for your Ducati?  (Read 418819 times)
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« Reply #1080 on: July 24, 2013, 09:44:07 AM »
For that price, if they last the rest of the year, you got a bargain. Buying them thru amazon will probably get you a return policy if they fail. Nice score.
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« Reply #1081 on: July 24, 2013, 10:49:21 AM »
Quote from: Buck Naked on July 24, 2013, 09:42:18 AM
Knock off Rizoma "reverse retro" mirrors...

http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Toughness-Machined-Aluminum-Motorcycle/dp/B0083SL8AM/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1374687642&sr=1-1&keywords=rizoma+bar+end+mirrors

For this price I'm not expecting much, but we shall see...they claim to be billet?

I have these on my bike and the mirrors themselves are good quality (as opposed to the excellent quality of the Rizoma's), however, the paint finish wasn't soo good on mine.  Very thin...maybe 1 or 2 coats only.  Be careful during installation not to breathe too hard on them or they will scratch.

The other recommendation I have for you is to tighten them with a powered tool (as opposed to just the included tool).  I tightened as much as I could and it wasn't enough.  They moved at highway speeds...violently sometimes, slamming into my hands.

Personally, I love the look and the price.  I wasn't expecting AMAZING quality, so I was happy with what I got.  I live in Florida, without a garage, and while I keep my bike covered when not in use, I commute on the bike a lot.  I know I'm going to have to paint them again by the end of the year (fading).

Here are a couple of pics of my bike with the mirrors installed:
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« Reply #1082 on: July 24, 2013, 10:52:30 AM »
BTW Buck...what happened to: "I'm officially done with my bike"Huh?

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« Reply #1083 on: July 24, 2013, 11:49:46 AM »
Ah c'mon little farkles don't count! Those never end.

BTW for those sanctimonius types; I feel slightly entitled here since I have real deal Rizoma rear sets. Besides...you can't copyright a damn mirror shape! I'll fasten them with my Rizoma end caps and they'll look real Tongue
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« Reply #1084 on: July 24, 2013, 01:14:32 PM »
Buck,  Feeling a little defensive?    Grin

Real men don't need mirrors.
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« Reply #1085 on: July 24, 2013, 01:43:53 PM »
Yea maybe?!? So what! Haha.

 Oh btw FLL_D your bike looks great! And so do the mirrors!

Barney I actually have always liked the no mirrors-blinkers-front fender look.
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« Reply #1086 on: July 25, 2013, 12:59:24 AM »
A set of old school Posh barrel gum grips

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« Reply #1087 on: July 25, 2013, 09:10:09 AM »
Quote from: Twizted on July 25, 2013, 12:59:24 AM
A set of old school Posh barrel gum grips



Aka "Titty Grips"
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« Reply #1088 on: July 25, 2013, 10:43:02 AM »
Quote from: Twizted on July 25, 2013, 12:59:24 AM
A set of old school Posh barrel gum grips



They have grip?
Sorry, but they look like large "TooTsie Rolls"   Roll Eyes
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« Reply #1089 on: July 25, 2013, 04:46:10 PM »

Givi tank-lock bag I scored on Ebay for $50.00. The white stripe around the lid must act as a reflector.

These tank-lock systems are slick, it literally takes less than five seconds to attach or remove.   
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« Reply #1090 on: July 26, 2013, 05:28:23 AM »
Duster, please let me know your experience with it at highway speeds.  I've been meaning to get one for a while but I ride on the highway a lot and was afraid the mounting point is too small and the bag sticks out too high and would be affected by the wind.

Looks like you got yourself a good deal for $50
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« Reply #1091 on: July 26, 2013, 06:52:03 AM »
Quote from: FLL_DucatiRider on July 26, 2013, 05:28:23 AM
Duster, please let me know your experience with it at highway speeds.  I've been meaning to get one for a while but I ride on the highway a lot and was afraid the mounting point is too small and the bag sticks out too high and would be affected by the wind.


I've got the huge one, and it sticks just fine at 80 on the clocks.  It's actually better than the strap mount bag I used to use.
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« Reply #1092 on: July 26, 2013, 07:07:38 AM »
De-Cat pipe
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« Reply #1093 on: July 26, 2013, 03:53:13 PM »
Quote from: FLL_DucatiRider on July 26, 2013, 05:28:23 AM
Duster, please let me know your experience with it at highway speeds.  I've been meaning to get one for a while but I ride on the highway a lot and was afraid the mounting point is too small and the bag sticks out too high and would be affected by the wind.

Looks like you got yourself a good deal for $50
The bag I bought is a semi-hard bag, so it holds up well at high speeds. The tank-lock is incredibly solid. I trust it more than magnets or straps. The only thing I might be worried about is that I could inadvertently trigger the release switch while riding at higher speeds. The release switch sticks out a bit past the bag, and with a pair of gloves on my clumsy hand might accidentally hit it.
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« Reply #1094 on: July 26, 2013, 06:33:00 PM »
Quote from: 118811 on July 25, 2013, 10:43:02 AM
They have grip?
Sorry, but they look like large "TooTsie Rolls"   Roll Eyes

They grip and are comfy. If I get hungry I spose I could always snack on one
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