Installing standard motorcycle mirrors is usually straightforward, but the correct mounting method depends on your motorcycle's mirror thread, thread direction, and mounting adapter.
Before installation, make sure the mirror or adapter matches your motorcycle. Using the wrong thread size or forcing a reverse-threaded mount can damage the mirror perch.
If you are not sure whether your mirrors fit your motorcycle, check our Motorcycle Mirror Fitment Guide first.
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A documented 2024 Honda CT125 installation case explaining why the factory handlebar insert must be removed before expansion-mount bar-end mirrors can be secured.
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The KiWAV 10-lb Belt Tension Gauge is designed to help measure motorcycle drive-belt deflection when the motorcycle manufacturer specifies a 10-lb measuring force.
Quick answer: Set the gauge to the 10-lb mark, position it at 90 degrees to the belt, record the belt position before applying force as reading A, apply 10 lb of force, record reading B, then calculate the belt deflection as B − A.
Always compare the result with the belt-tension specification for your exact motorcycle model and year.
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What's needed:
Headlight, headlight bucket, a pack of w-type retainer clips, plier, Philip head screwdriver, safety glasses*, gloves.
*Warning: Always wear safety glasses and gloves. These high tension clips can pop out with high-speed and strength during the installation process.
The installation
1. The housing comes assembled, so the first step is taking it apart. Remove two bolts on the ring, then take the ring off from the bucket.
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Correct motorcycle drive belt tension is important for smooth operation and for the life of the belt, pulleys, bearings, and related drivetrain components.
Why does belt tension matter?
- Too little tension can result in excessive belt movement, noise, slippage, heat, and premature belt or pulley wear.
- Too much tension can place excessive stress on the belt, bearings, shafts, pulleys, and related drivetrain components.
Quick answer: Measure belt deflection using the force, motorcycle position, measuring point, and loading conditions specified for your motorcycle. Compare the measured deflection with the specification for your exact model and year before making an adjustment.
Inspection intervals also vary by motorcycle. Some maintenance schedules call for an initial belt check after a break-in period and subsequent periodic inspections. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the service manual for your exact motorcycle.
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Volvo has taken out the front fog lights of XC60 since its R Design from 2011.
Despite many good reasons Volvo took out the front fog lights, many owners of 2011~2017 XC60 R Design are still desperate to put the front fog lights back on. Unfortunately, there is no easy way to do so, Volvo has done a modification on the steering component EHPAS (electro-hydraulic power assisted steering) making it impossible to retrofit front fog light on the right side (driver’s side in Australia, passenger’s side for other left hand drive countries).
Original design has no option for fog light at the right side.
The left side(seeing from sitting inside the car) of the photo is factory fog light. Fitted with genuine OEM fog light module kit.
It is not possible to fit fog light on the right side because of the steering pump, which is mounted behind the plastic fog light covers.
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Having a cable repair tool is a requirement if you are traveling to remote areas.
Before you take off on a motorcycle road trip, you need to plan for any hurdles you may encounter. Any tiny problems can ruin the whole trip. Wrench, small knife, plier, screwdriver, tire tool, ... all good! But what would happen if all of a sudden you lose your brake because of an unexpected broken clutch cable in the middle of nowhere? you’ll think “why didn’t I bring a spare clutch cable?”
So, pack a KiWAV emergency cable repair kit just in case.
How to repair your snapped clutch cable on a trip?
1. First, you need to get your motorcycle away from the traffic and stop it into a safe and flat area to change the broken cable.
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When replacing a motorcycle handlebar, some control assemblies use locating pins or tabs that fit into holes in the handlebar to prevent the controls from rotating.
If your motorcycle uses this type of setup and the replacement handlebar is not pre-drilled, you may need to drill new locating holes in the correct positions.
Quick answer: Drilling a clean, accurately positioned hole into a round handlebar can be difficult because the drill bit can wander across the curved surface. A V-block, securely mounted vise, center punch, or dedicated handlebar drill guide can help keep the bar and drill bit properly aligned.
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