Tenere 700: Doubletake Adventure Mirrors

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  Doubletake Adventure Mirrors

  • Indestructible- Made from reinforced Zytel
  • Excellent visibility- SAE spec convex lens
  • Easy to fold, remove, or swap between bikes
  • Housing guaranteed against breakage
  • Mirror Dimensions = 135mm x 90mm (5.25" x 3.5")
  • Overall length = 175mm (7")
  • Made in the USA
  • Recommended for applications where mirror will be extended most of the time, although it still folds very well
This kit includes:
  • Two (2) Double Take ADV mirrors
  • Two (2) 6" XL RAM Arms
  • Two (2) RAM Ball Mount with M10 x 1.25 thread (most bikes EXCEPT BMW)
*Right hand mirrors on Yamahas, certain Betas, and certain KTM bikes may require a reverse thread adapter + the extension base for the opposite mirror so they sit at an even level.

Initial Ride Review May 06, 2022

The DoubleTake mirrors seem as advertised, offering good adjustability, visibility & hopefully crash worthiness (Youtuber ItchyBoots did manage to snap one off in a parking tip over though). The left mirror stays vibration free & clear, while the right vibrates just enough to slightly impact images, which otherwise remain recognizable & functional. The rubber coating of the ram ball does indent from the clamp on arms/extensions.  What was a little disappointing was that they would rotate toward me a little at higher speeds...until I bought the Ram Pin-lock Security Knobs (see below), which permitted full tightness & now stay in place + never have to worry about theft.

Aug 2022 Updated Ride Review After 10 Day 3,800 km Ride

The mirrors performed great & remained where adjusted despite lots of extended high speeds & 20% gravel riding.  They provide a slightly larger, but similar field of view to the oem units (similar shaping) & have them set so that they do not extend beyond the bar ends/Barkbusters....have not tested their crash worthiness yet 😎




Ram Pin-Lock Security Knob

Purchased Doubletake Mirrors and want to ensure they stay on your bike while travelling? Grab a couple of the RAM Pin-Lock Security Knobs and never worry they'll walk away!
  • Keep your devices and mounting system safe from theft and tampering with this 1/4"-20 female threaded security knob
  • Replaces standard knobs on 1" B size RAM® double socket arms
  • Made of high-strength composites and steel for durability and reliability in the most demanding environments
  • Backed by a lifetime warranty

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