Bar end mirrors

[tywedd]

Hello,
I was thinking about getting some bar end mirrors and just wanted to know how to install them or if they are even compatible.
Thanks in advance!

[Arnie]

Most bar end mirrors have an expanding plug to hold them inside a tubular handlebar.
Since the FJ has a bar that is threaded, you'd need a "special" bar end mirror for it to work on the FJ.

Arnie

[Marsh White]

If you do get them to work - I still would not recommend them.  They are well outside of your field of vision, requiring you to make a conscious effort to look down and see them.

[Blitzen]

A lot of bar ends mirrors are just a clamp on style (e.g. CRG mirrors) and if you can slide the the grips up about 1/2" you should have enough room to clamp the mirrors on your bars.   Or you could machine your bar end plugs to have flat surface...

[tim95621]

When I got my bike it had bar end mirrors installed. They were the clamp on style, but instead of sliding the grips over, he had the bar ends machined. I took them off because I couldn't see well enough. If you want them, you can have them. I just won't be able to send them for a few weeks. I'll be working out of town.

Tim
Citrus Heights, CA

[E Double]

If you do get them to work - I still would not recommend them.  They are well outside of your field of vision, requiring you to make a conscious effort to look down and see them.

I have them on my Suzuki DRZ-400 motard.  It took me all of five minutes to get used to them.  I scan my entire field of vision both when I ride and drive constantly so perhaps it was easier for me.  I don't know, but I thoroughly enjoy the elbow free rear view I get from the wider spacing.