question about the majic mirrors

[heyharris1]

I was looking at the magic mirrors and was trying to figure out if you get 3 for each side or only 2 for each side. I saw one video where all three were replaced but then I read where people only talk about replacing the bottom two. I went to lamonster web site and from what I can tell you only get 2 per side. If that is the case do you keep spare plastic clips for the top as that seems to be a weak point in the design. Both mine broke simply removing the mirror. I ordered the factory replacements but am debating cancelling the order and getting the magic mirrors. I have a hard time justyfying it though if you only get the bottom 2.

Thank you all,

Jim

[trikermutha]

I got 3 per side

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

I got 3 per side

Same here. I don't see what the advantage would be in replacing only the bottom two.

[Ramg66]

Yes you get 3, installing 2 is optional. I love mine.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

I've done extensive testing .... and I think TWO works better .... I think the problem with breakage was due to the lower OEM clips causing so much difficulty ..... having the two magnets on the bottom solves that issue ..... if you take the mirror OFF and do it the way you are supposed to , there is no issue with breakage that I can see, because the mirror now goes straight up instead of at angle with the OEM posts................Mike

[Peter Aawen]

The Magic Mirrors originally went with the 3 Magnets each side because when the idea first hit the streets, at least here in Aus, the TOP clip was the major issue with the OE design & the most frequent failure, especially on pre-2014 Spyders, but some ryders in the US were also complaining about the bottom clips being an issue also; so Russ, the bloke who took the original idea & initiated all the research & testing that led to the whole Magic Mirrors product, decided it was a no brainer to simply replace all 3 mounts!! And as far as all the original 'crash test dummy' team could ascertain, the 3 magnet replacement for the 3 OE clips not only made the most sense, but it provided the simplest and most complete solution to ANY & ALL the OE mirror mount failures too. However, others (like Mike, see above) have come up with different versions that seem to work fine for them, so if you don't think you need all 3, then it's your choice as to what you put on.

Me, I've now done over 45,000 miles running the Magic Mirror mounts using 3 magnets on each mirror, & the mirrors have survived rough roads, pot holes, railway tracks, spoon drains, kerb hops, low speeds, high speeds, & bird strikes all without any issues at all - in fact they even stayed firmly fixed in place when my LH front wheel was taken out from behind while I was ryding along at the speed limit (about 30mph) by a stoned driver travelling about twice that speed who sideswiped me from behind & kept on driving!! (she got caught tho!) So for my 2 bob, I'm sticking with 3 Magic Mirror magnets per Mirror on my Spyder - & No, I still don't feel the need to bother with tethers either!

Over to you!

[Buckeye Bleau]

I got three in mine and I am perfectly happy with them, they improve the whole DIY thing a lot.
I installed all three, Buckeye Chuck and I meet up occassionally and he pointed out that if I remove a washer under the front magnet, my Mirrors will fit more flush than they ever did.

Chuck rydes about 40-50k MILES per year on his Spyder and he likes only replacing the bottom two. He did that after making a mirror adjustment while moving and the mirror came loose, but he retrieved it. So he went home and put the top post in.

Joe

[stevencovert]

I do a lot of work on my Spyder RTS, and the magic mirrors (I used all three) were a great investment. I cracked too many top clips!! With all three I can push the Spyder down the driveway pushing on the mirrors, but a quick vertical bump pops them right off. Rough roads, high speeds, etc. no problems!

The Magic Mirrors originally went with the 3 Magnets each side because when the idea first hit the streets, at least here in Aus, the TOP clip was the major issue with the OE design & the most frequent failure, especially on pre-2014 Spyders, but some ryders in the US were also complaining about the bottom clips being an issue also; so Russ, the bloke who took the original idea & initiated all the research & testing that led to the whole Magic Mirrors product, decided it was a no brainer to simply replace all 3 mounts!! And as far as all the original 'crash test dummy' team could ascertain, the 3 magnet replacement for the 3 OE clips not only made the most sense, but it provided the simplest and most complete solution to ANY & ALL the OE mirror mount failures too. However, others (like Mike, see above) have come up with different versions that seem to work fine for them, so if you don't think you need all 3, then it's your choice as to what you put on.

Me, I've now done over 45,000 miles running the Magic Mirror mounts using 3 magnets on each mirror, & the mirrors have survived rough roads, pot holes, railway tracks, spoon drains, kerb hops, low speeds, high speeds, & bird strikes all without any issues at all - in fact they even stayed firmly fixed in place when my LH front wheel was taken out from behind while I was ryding along at the speed limit (about 30mph) by a stoned driver travelling about twice that speed who sideswiped me from behind & kept on driving!! (she got caught tho!) So for my 2 bob, I'm sticking with 3 Magic Mirror magnets per Mirror on my Spyder - & No, I still don't feel the need to bother with tethers either!

Over to you!

[ttrac]

I do a lot of work on my Spyder and installed all 3 magnets. They have been on there for a few months now without any problems at all. Great product and one of the best add ons to date. Don't see any advantage on installing only 2 magnets, my opinion.

[KX5062]

I do a lot of work on my Spyder and installed all 3 magnets. They have been on there for a few months now without any problems at all. Great product and one of the best add ons to date. Don't see any advantage on installing only 2 magnets, my opinion.

Dittos.

[Ex-Rocket]

I installed all 3 magnets on my RTS. Why do a job half ass?

[DGoebel]

Lamonster now sells a 4 pack (two for the bottom spring clips only) and a 6 pack (My preference also as some of the others above have posted)
I hated the top pins/clips and have heard of others breaking those, yes they're cheap to replace, but all 6 magnets have held up to plenty of abuse just fine.

[HayRog]

Installed 3 per side here also.
THE BEST, and simplest-- mod I've done to date

[Mazo EMS2]

I use all 3 per side without any issues at all...LOVE 'EM

[teninospyder]

Just a question.......I remember reading many posts in the past about issues with the readings on the dash when these were used. So is none of that valid anymore ?

[Bob Denman]

If they do scramble up your auxiliary gauges: just rake the top magnet out, and turn it around...
I went with three magnets per side on my 2014.
On the new bike: I'm going to get adventurous!

[trikermutha]

Never had any issues with my Mirror mounts.

[DGoebel]

I have all three on each side and never had any issues with gauges being affected, I think someone was just supposing that it could happen.

[robhowen]

I, like most, use 3 per mirror. Great solution.
Rob

[Lew L]

I recently installed the Magic Mirrors with 3 per side. Love the concept. BUT---- as its 20*F and snowing I haven't seen if they effect the gauges.

[Little Blue]

AS others have stated 3, Is the Better Way To GO. I use the 3 per mirror set up.

[2013REDRTS]

On my 2013 I'm using just 2 on each side. I just put them on and I've been on 1 ride since but on problems. Those magnets are pretty strong. If I need to I'll order 2 magnets from Ebay or someplace else and use them on the top. That is 1 of the best Farkles to do for sure. IMO

[jcthorne]

We have installed a number of sets of these. Both 3 and 2 magnet versions. Both work just fine and the 2 magnet versions are cheaper. Once the lower 2 clips are replaced with magnets, the upper slip over clip will no longer get broken pounding the lower clips on and off. As such, when asked by customers, we now recommend the 2 magnet per mirror option, but both work fine.

[cptjam]

We find 2 magnets to replace the lower clips works great. Only found 2 top clips broken in 7 years. Plenty of lower ones. The upper Works as a hanger. Your choice. Thanks, Lamont, for offering a choice.

[Freegle]

Just a question.......I remember reading many posts in the past about issues with the readings on the dash when these were used. So is none of that valid anymore ?

First off let me state that the magic mirrors upgrade is the best thing I ever did. The mirrors are more stable and more secure (less vibration) than the manufacture mounts. I did have the issue with the gauges in the dash (Fuel and Temperature) reading off due to the magnets. What I had to do was to flip magnets over and find the right combination of polarity so that the gauge would read correctly. It took a few tries but I got it right. Also, It was mentioned that a slight "rerouting" of the wire harness in the dash (not much would be required) would also help with this.