April 26, 201213 yr Hi has anyone got any views regarding the usefullness or otherwise of cycle mirrors, and any recommendations for most suitable type. Thinking of getting one for my wife as she is a bit unsure on the roads. gray
April 26, 201213 yr Hi Gray For me, there is only one answer; the Mirrycle bar-end mirror. The topic has come up often in these pages and while there may be other very good products, the Mirrycle is highly regarded among many readers here. It's not the cheapest but it's nicely engineered and offers a simply-fitted yet robust mirror with a good lens. It's the best accessory I have bought for my ebike. Indalo
April 26, 201213 yr I use this one: Cat Eye BM-500G Cat Eye BM-500G: Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Leisure Very adjustable and can cope with knocks. Iain
April 26, 201213 yr I consider them as essential as they are on any other road vehicle. The two recommendatins above are the tops in my opinion, the Mirrycle ahead of the Cateye in stability.
April 26, 201213 yr Author thanks for your answers.Been looking at these on Amazon and both look good. Think I'll go for the Mirrycle A fair price on Amazon at £14 inc postage.Just need to check how it will fit to Juicy Bike folder regards gray
April 27, 201213 yr Should be no problems there Gray. They seem to fit into the handlebar tube and then expand to tighten. You'll just need to cut holes into the grip ends, insert and tighten. Picture was a little unclear, so that's my best assumption.
April 27, 201213 yr thanks for your answers.Been looking at these on Amazon and both look good. Think I'll go for the Mirrycle A fair price on Amazon at £14 inc postage.Just need to check how it will fit to Juicy Bike folder regards gray Hi ... your post was timely! Thinking along same lines as I wait for my new bike! Just ordered same at Evans Cycles | Mountain Bike | Trek & Specialized Bikes | UK Bike Shop for £12.99 - free delivery.
April 27, 201213 yr Author Juicy Bike thats what I thought. Just a bit reluctant to start cutting holes in grips. I can be a bit hamfisted so hope I don't make a mess of it as I have ordered one from Evans. Thanks for that Davanti saved me a pound. Every little counts (lol) gray
April 27, 201213 yr If anyone else is thinking of ordering one of these, or anything else from Evans, they have a promotional offer at present. Code SSV12 at checkout gives a 15% discount on most accessories, making the Mirrycle MTB £11.04 - post free.
April 27, 201213 yr If anyone else is thinking of ordering one of these, or anything else from Evans, they have a promotional offer at present. Code SSV12 at checkout gives a 15% discount on most accessories, making the Mirrycle MTB £11.04 - post free. Damn!
May 1, 201213 yr Not sure where I'm going but I can see where I've been ... Hi ... your post was timely! Thinking along same lines as I wait for my new bike! Just ordered same at Evans Cycles | Mountain Bike | Trek & Specialized Bikes | UK Bike Shop for £12.99 - free delivery. Mirrycle mirror arrived this morning! Brilliant! My bike comes tomorrow, can't wait to fit mirror. In the meantime, I've fitted mirror to lawn-mower. Its wonderful to admire the cut lawn in mirror as I tackle uncut grass ahead!
May 1, 201213 yr In the meantime, I've fitted mirror to lawn-mower. Its wonderful to admire the cut lawn in mirror as I tackle uncut grass ahead! Well that was easily worth the £1.95 you lost not having the discount code!
May 1, 201213 yr Well that was easily worth the £1.95 you lost not having the discount code! Absolutely !!
May 1, 201213 yr Looks good and well made. gray I'm pleased you like the mirror Gray and you're right about it being well-made. I was pleasantly surprised by its construction when I first unpackaged mine, not expecting much in the way of thought or engineering in such a little thing. Indalo
May 1, 201213 yr Author Juicy Bike I will try and post a photo. Not too good at this sort of thing so will get my son to help. A bit more knowledgeable than me. I have to say I think it looks really good on the folder http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w463/gray198/20120501_215525.jpg gray Edited May 1, 201213 yr by gray198
May 7, 201213 yr I,m wondering how Davanti got on with fitting the mirror to his new Wisper? I think many handlebar grips come with a plug in the end of them. Presumably, they can be taken out & the mirror arm pushed in & tightened up etc? Mind you, I can't believe it,s that simple. Advice would be much appreciated before I place an order for a mirror of the type suggested.It does look the business.By the way, I have learned a great deal from this forum.I am glad to join. Many thanks.
May 7, 201213 yr Author Hi Rotary, Quite easy to fit.I had to cut a hole in the end of the grip with a stanley type knife and then the expanding wedge goes into the handlebar and it tightens up with an allen key. Very easy. Looks very good when done, and my wife has a new found confidence on the road. Thinking of getting one for my bike best wishes gray
May 7, 201213 yr Thanks gray for your very quick response. You have actually touched on the reason for my query.I had noticed an earlier comment which related to the probable need to cut a hole in the end of the bar. I just thought there might be a better way if there was a removable plug in the bar grip end. I realise the surgery is minor but you've got to be brave to approach a new bike with a stanley knife ! Many tks again for your help. Yours Aye, rotary.
May 7, 201213 yr I,m wondering how Davanti got on with fitting the mirror to his new Wisper? I think many handlebar grips come with a plug in the end of them. Presumably, they can be taken out & the mirror arm pushed in & tightened up etc? Mind you, I can't believe it,s that simple. Advice would be much appreciated before I place an order for a mirror of the type suggested.It does look the business.By the way, I have learned a great deal from this forum.I am glad to join. Many thanks. Hi Rotary ... welcome! I had similar thoughts ... am i about to decimate rubbery (chinese for lovely) handlebar? No need to worry ... there is a plug in the end of the handlebar and with a little judicious poking with a sharp knife, this can be poked out. The larger of the 2 inserts seems, at first glance, to be the one to use, but it proved to be just a smidgeon too tight; elected to use smaller insert, tried it and hey presto, perfect fit. Tightened the screw ... simples ... if only other items were as well engineered these days ... have never regretted buying and fitting this mirror to my beautiful Wisper! Ride on, Rotary! Don Davanti
May 7, 201213 yr My goodness You are a Star ! Most helpful info. I seem to be chasing about the forum trying to communicate (got a lot o learning to do) and here you are all the time. Thanks for your help & encouragement. I hope to start pedelecing soon. Both contributions most useful & appreciated. Yours Aye, rotary.
Join the conversation
You are posting as a guest. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.