Double Take Mirror- a new (and better) Dual Sport Mirror - Page 7

Stovebolt · 05-08-2010, 09:07 PM

I wish I'd had these on my 640A. And I may ADD them to the Highway Dirtbikes setup if I don't like the adjustability (lack thereof) of those mirrors. (Hard to beat their handguards, I think......)

Ned - you have made the last, best, ultimate DS mirror setup!

Stovebolt

neduro · 05-09-2010, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ASSFAULT

I would like to ask for a simple discount in the Tradition others have set that sell thier wares here in the great ADVRiders Vendors forum.

Eventually! I made an an enormous investment to have a mold made in the USA- I'd really like to get that paid for before I begin discounting.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Krabill

Ned - suggestions for version 2.0...

Duly noted- thanks!

DougZ73 · 05-09-2010, 07:42 AM

I had it out, "in use" on a short ride I got out for yesterday....did not bother to turn it in when I got on the trails...It got smacked by all sorts of things and held up just fine.

I had to break myself of the habit of turning my whole head around to see what was behind me. I can now actually look in mirror and see what is there.

Discount?? I think its priced pretty damn fair. Maybe a $5 discount if you buy a set.....I was happy buying one and paying $25...and I am a cheap bastid. LOL

Krabill: You might try dipping the ball end on some rubber tool handle compound. Might work.

http://www.amazon.com/Plasti-dip-122.../dp/B0027JGVMS

Motoriley · 05-09-2010, 07:47 AM

Just tighten the damn knob! If you go with the smaller ball it will want to slip even more.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DougZ73

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Krabill: You might try dipping the ball end on some rubber tool handle compound. Might work.

http://www.amazon.com/Plasti-dip-122.../dp/B0027JGVMS

sonoran · 05-09-2010, 09:44 AM

Awesome. Just ordered a set!

CHRIS_D · 05-09-2010, 04:42 PM

So far I've placed about 500 miles on mine. All I can say "Good job Ned!". I owned the other mirror that's sold on this site and all I can say it's a night and day difference. A lot Less vibration on the mirror and I can actual see what's behind me now.

I haven't tested them in a drop yet, but I do believe wtih the way they are designed they will hold up just fine.

Anyone that's still on the fence in regards to buying one, just go for it you will not be disappointed !!

Bonnie Abbzug · 05-09-2010, 06:29 PM

My Double Takes got a good workout today and held up fantastically!

I crashed pretty hard doing a hillclimb on my WRr and the left side mirror folded right up, no damage to the glass or the body of the mirror (can't say the same for myself, though

). Then, we hopped on the highway and rode about 100 miles. I could see everything the whole time! They even held steady in an incredible headwind and through a dust devil

, that almost tore my helmet off my head!!!

Thanks Ned for developing such a great product!

chipbl · 05-10-2010, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chadx

Got mine yesterday, for the WR250R, and slapped them on this morning. I haven't gone down the road with them yet, but I really like them. I'm used to using RAM mounts, so adjusting these just seems natural. Here are some pics sitting in the yard.

One of the many infinitely-variable folded positions.

Chadx, I too have the HDB setup and just ordered the Double-take mirrors. I see you've mounted some RAM balls in the HDB top plate - did you use the same ones/same size stem from the Double-take site? Did you have to tap out the HDB top plate or did you use a nut on the bottom? Just trying to find out what size fits! Looks good!

Thanks -

neduro · 05-10-2010, 10:32 AM

Had the chance to look closely at a WR250R this weekend (thanks, Bonnie Abbzug!) and want to clarify what to order for that bike.

The stock mirror includes an R/H - L/H adapter which is under the rubber at the lower end of the stock right mirror. You can wind it off the mirror, and use a RAM-B-349 (Ball stud w/ 10mm x 1.25 normal thread) that you get from us or anyone else.

Therefore, I recommend ordering the same parts for both left and right side, and using the stock adapter.

Here's a picture of the adapter with a Ball Stud threaded in:

I'll update my web page shortly, figured I'd start here. :-)

Thanks, everyone, for the great reviews!

R_W · 05-10-2010, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Krabill

Ned - suggestions for version 2.0 - go with the smaller "A" size ram mount and either do a two-part injection molding process to get some softer compound on the ball end of your mirror, or use a threaded insert in the bottom and screw in an actual RAM ball so it isn't so slippery.

I think the single compound would be good--that way that joint is the one that will move first in an impact.

I didn't think RAM advised on using the A size on motorcycles, something about not handling the vibes/abuse.

My suggestion for a later addition to the website is to include the dual-ball clamp as an option. I don't have the bar space for two mounts (mirror and GPS) so I will be ordering from another site.

DougZ73 · 05-10-2010, 12:45 PM

^^^^^ I already had that exact thought too. I am using two single mounts right now, but when I need more space, I am gonna order this dual ball mount:

http://www.mountguys.com/product_p/ram-b-309-6.htm

Hayduke · 05-10-2010, 02:32 PM

Ned, your last pics aren't showing up.

neduro · 05-10-2010, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hayduke

Ned, your last pics aren't showing up.

fixed, I hope?

Hayduke · 05-10-2010, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neduro

fixed, I hope?

Yes!

DolphinJohn · 05-12-2010, 09:01 AM

Wow, I had just ordered a replacement OEM for my KTM 640 Enduro and fortunately saw this in time to cancel the order.

I may end up getting a set for my F800 also, as they get knocked around pretty good, too.

Great job, Ned!!

05-08-2010, 09:07 PM	#91
Stovebolt Team Ruptured Buzzard Joined: Mar 2006 Location: Tetons Oddometer: 393	Really fine looking product, Ned... I wish I'd had these on my 640A. And I may ADD them to the Highway Dirtbikes setup if I don't like the adjustability (lack thereof) of those mirrors. (Hard to beat their handguards, I think......) Ned - you have made the last, best, ultimate DS mirror setup! Stovebolt __________________ Stovebolt Team Ruptured Buzzard http://bustedcompass.com http://www.spotadventures.com/user/p...?user_id=47618 "Never Give Up"

05-09-2010, 07:42 AM	#93
DougZ73 Lacks Freetime Joined: Oct 2009 Location: NJ Oddometer: 4,922	I had it out, "in use" on a short ride I got out for yesterday....did not bother to turn it in when I got on the trails...It got smacked by all sorts of things and held up just fine. I had to break myself of the habit of turning my whole head around to see what was behind me. I can now actually look in mirror and see what is there. Discount?? I think its priced pretty damn fair. Maybe a $5 discount if you buy a set.....I was happy buying one and paying $25...and I am a cheap bastid. LOL Krabill: You might try dipping the ball end on some rubber tool handle compound. Might work. http://www.amazon.com/Plasti-dip-122.../dp/B0027JGVMS __________________ Skyline Drive 11/2010 , Catskills 2010 trip, Catskills 2011 , Southern TNJT, 2011 WRR/X rear shock adjustment , DZ Moto Photo Bloggin' , Learning photography thread - Ryder Joseph Z. , Born 11/26/12-- the next Adventure begins.

05-09-2010, 09:44 AM	#95
sonoran incognito Joined: Sep 2009 Location: eastside Oddometer: 15,974	Awesome. Just ordered a set! __________________ the sun does not have no prisoners

05-09-2010, 04:42 PM	#96
CHRIS_D Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Southside of ATL, GA Oddometer: 632	So far I've placed about 500 miles on mine. All I can say "Good job Ned!". I owned the other mirror that's sold on this site and all I can say it's a night and day difference. A lot Less vibration on the mirror and I can actual see what's behind me now. I haven't tested them in a drop yet, but I do believe wtih the way they are designed they will hold up just fine. Anyone that's still on the fence in regards to buying one, just go for it you will not be disappointed !! __________________ 2011 Victory Cross Country 2006 Suzuki DR 650

05-09-2010, 06:29 PM	#97
Bonnie Abbzug Charlaridian Joined: Sep 2006 Location: on the couch pm'ing Hayduke Oddometer: 10,296	My Double Takes got a good workout today and held up fantastically! I crashed pretty hard doing a hillclimb on my WRr and the left side mirror folded right up, no damage to the glass or the body of the mirror (can't say the same for myself, though ). Then, we hopped on the highway and rode about 100 miles. I could see everything the whole time! They even held steady in an incredible headwind and through a dust devil , that almost tore my helmet off my head!!! Thanks Ned for developing such a great product! __________________ 2008 Yamaha WR250R 2004 Gas Gas 300 Raga Replica 1977 Yamaha DT-100

05-10-2010, 10:32 AM	#99
neduro ^OP Tuareg 2013 Joined: Jul 2003 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Oddometer: 11,341	Had the chance to look closely at a WR250R this weekend (thanks, Bonnie Abbzug!) and want to clarify what to order for that bike. The stock mirror includes an R/H - L/H adapter which is under the rubber at the lower end of the stock right mirror. You can wind it off the mirror, and use a RAM-B-349 (Ball stud w/ 10mm x 1.25 normal thread) that you get from us or anyone else. Therefore, I recommend ordering the same parts for both left and right side, and using the stock adapter. Here's a picture of the adapter with a Ball Stud threaded in: I'll update my web page shortly, figured I'd start here. :-) Thanks, everyone, for the great reviews! __________________ For Sale: FJ60, Defender 90, Superduke Doubletake Mirrors- Folding D/S mirror that is both useful and indestructible. Dual Sport Riding Techniques DVDs: Clear instructional DVDs to improve off-road skills.

05-10-2010, 12:45 PM	#101
DougZ73 Lacks Freetime Joined: Oct 2009 Location: NJ Oddometer: 4,922	^^^^^ I already had that exact thought too. I am using two single mounts right now, but when I need more space, I am gonna order this dual ball mount: http://www.mountguys.com/product_p/ram-b-309-6.htm __________________ Skyline Drive 11/2010 , Catskills 2010 trip, Catskills 2011 , Southern TNJT, 2011 WRR/X rear shock adjustment , DZ Moto Photo Bloggin' , Learning photography thread - Ryder Joseph Z. , Born 11/26/12-- the next Adventure begins.

05-10-2010, 02:32 PM	#102
Hayduke ///SAFETY THIRD/// Joined: Jun 2004 Location: Salida, coloRADo Oddometer: 41,625	Ned, your last pics aren't showing up. __________________ Official Adventure Rider T-Shirts! . Dual Sport Riding Techniques videos! Rally Moto Kit ///

05-12-2010, 09:01 AM	#105
DolphinJohn Really, Really Cool Joined: Mar 2007 Location: Key West-Island of Misfit Toys Oddometer: 3,309	Wow, I had just ordered a replacement OEM for my KTM 640 Enduro and fortunately saw this in time to cancel the order. I may end up getting a set for my F800 also, as they get knocked around pretty good, too. Great job, Ned!! __________________ _________________________________ Europe R.R.

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