Blind Spot Mirrors

[wyliec]

riderscan off

Now that I've had a chance to use it, sorry to say I'm taking it off.

I have a 2008 GS with ESI 4" risers and the up and out mirror extensions. I've noticed with a vehicle in the next lane and even with my rear wheel I don't pick it up in the riderscan. The view is hindered by my shoulders/arms and handle bars. It isn't until the vehicle is just about even with me that I see it in the riderscan.

The best set up is what I had/have; ESI up and outs/risers and the small round blind spot mirrors attached to the stock mirrors.

This is JMO. The others who have it may very well like it.

I do have the riderscan set up the way it states in the instructions. Maybe on a 2 wheeler the position/size of the rider and handle bars won't create an issue.:dontknow: I'm 5' 10" and 173#; a light weight compared to most here. So, I don't think my size is an issue.

 

[larrymz3]

Yup!

Wouldn't work on my Spyder...I can't get my door panels off...

I received my Riderscan and can't believe how much more it allows you to see..I'm very pleased with it and know I still have to take a peek over my shoulder before switching lanes..This takes away the "where did that car come from?" moment when you get passed by a speeding car..

I love my Ryderscan as well!

 

[bone crusher]

:agree:
:agree: PLEASE do not rely on mirrors alone! You've still got to twist your head around and actually SEE if things are clear...

100% right...I always take a quick glance to see what is beside/behind me...mirrors are okay...they vibrate too much anyway, no matter which extensions you have. I had the Kewl Metal and they were simply crap...got the ESI and they are better, but still not great. I think someone has to manufacture an additional arm to attach to the side of the bike for more stability...that's just my take on it...

Bottom line: Look before you go...never rely on mirrors, be it on a bike or in a cage!

 

[wyliec]

Bottom line: Look before you go...never rely on mirrors, be it on a bike or in a cage!

I always do; that's how I knew where the car was and the riderscan wasn't for me.

 

[cyclelover63]

I always do; that's how I knew where the car was and the riderscan wasn't for me.

Thanks for the tip..I will pay more attention to that scenario and see if I also have that blind spot..I am not quite your height..i am 5'4"..Thanks again!

 

[SpyderMarkus]

RiderScan on RT

:dontknow: Anyone put on a RiderScan on a RT? I purchased two RiderScans a few months ago and put one on my Honda Shadow 750 windshield and I love it! I bought the 2nd RiderScan for my eventual Spyder RT Limited. I'm wondering how well the device works on the RT windshield. Any thoughts? Thanks!