Discover the best way to install Mirrors on your
Mirrors Bar End clamp-on are among the most popular solutions for those looking to enhance both the look and functionality of their bike. Compared to traditional Mirrors , they provide a wider field of view and a clean, sporty appearance, especially suited to naked, café racer, and scrambler motorcycles.
With the right adapter, they can be mounted on Handlebars with cables using an expansion adapter, or on Handlebars closed thanks to dedicated adapters. In this guide, we’ll show you the simplest and most effective installation method, using solutions developed in collaboration with Cafe Twin.
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Mounting Types for Mirrors Bar End Clamp Mirrors
Mirrors Bar End clamp mirrors attach to the end of the handlebar and require a suitable anchoring system. Depending on your motorcycle’s handlebar configuration, you can choose between two different mounting solutions:
1. Mounting with Expansion Adapters (for Hollow Handlebars)
If the handlebar is hollow inside, you can install the Mirrors using an expansion adapter. This type of adapter features a locking mechanism that expands inside the handlebar when tightened, ensuring a secure fit.
Installation procedure:
- Remove any original bar-end weights from the handlebar.
- Insert the expansion adapter into the handlebar tube.
- Tighten the adapter bolt until it expands and locks firmly in place.
- Attach the mirror clamp to the outside of the adapter and tighten securely.
- Adjust the mirror angle to suit your riding position.
This solution is the most versatile and suits most motorcycles with aftermarket or OEM hollow Handlebars.
2. Mounting with Specific Adapters (for Closed Handlebars)
Some motorcycles have closed Handlebars or integrated bar-end weights, making it impossible to use an expansion adapter. In this case, you need a specific adapter that mounts directly to the handlebar or the original support.
Installation procedure:
- Check the compatibility of the specific adapter with your handlebar.
- Remove the original bar-end weights, if present.
- Install the specific adapter by fastening it to the handlebar support.
- Attach the mirror clamp to the adapter and tighten securely.
- Adjust the mirror position for optimal visibility.
The dedicated adapters developed with Cafe Twin are designed to fit seamlessly with closed Handlebars, providing a secure and stable mounting.
Required Tools for Installation
- Allen key (hex wrench)
- Screwdriver
- Open-end wrench (if required for the original bar-end weights)
- Expansion adapter or dedicated adapter (depending on handlebar type)
- Compatible Mirrors Bar End clamp mirrors
Final Adjustment and Safety Checks
After installing the Mirrors , it’s essential to perform a few checks to ensure safe use:
- Check the mounting stability: the Mirrors should not move due to motorcycle vibrations.
- Adjust the angle to achieve the best view without blind spots.
- Test on the road: before a long ride, make sure the adjustment is optimal.
If the Mirrors tend to shift, applying a medium-strength threadlocker to the fixing screws can help improve stability.
Advantages of Mirrors Bar End Clamp Mirrors with Cafe Twin Adapters
✔ Improved aesthetics: a clean, modern look for a more appealing design.
✔ Greater visibility : they often offer a wider field of view compared to traditional Mirrors .
✔ Easy installation: expansion adapters or those designed for closed Handlebars make fitting straightforward.
✔ High-quality materials: built to withstand vibration and weather.
With solutions developed alongside Cafe Twin, you can install Mirrors Bar End clamp-on on any type of handlebar, always ensuring a secure and stable fit.
Conclusion
Replacing traditional Mirrors with Mirrors Bar End clamp-on is a simple yet effective way to enhance your bike’s look and functionality. Thanks to expansion adapters for cable Handlebars and adapters designed for closed Handlebars, anyone can fit them in just a few steps with no need for invasive modifications.
If you want to customize your motorcycle with stylish and functional Mirrors Bar End, choose the right solution for your handlebar from the Cafe Twin range.
