Voyager Mirror issues

jimbo279 · 01-09-2012, 01:29 PM

Hi All:
I am new t the group and this is my first post so please be gentle. I have a new 2011 Voyager which I am getting used to and which needs a few modifications. I will start with the mirrors. I am a big guy and find that the distance from the centerline of the handlebars to the outside edge of the mirrors is a lot less than my 06 Nomad and I wind up look at my shoulders in the mirrors which is not great for safety. Anyone encounter this issue and have any suggestions on how to correct this problem. I saw a 900 custom the other day and it looked like it's mirrors were about 2" wider which would help some. If I buy new mirrors I only want to buy once.
Issue #2--I have the Cobra TriOval slip on mufflers on my bike and I am encountering some backfiring/popping during decelleration. It's not a huge problem but if there is a quick inexpensive fix then I would be interested. I had a 2001 Nomad which I put V&H bagger dual on and wound up with the same backfiring problems. I was able to block of the reed valves with a plastic plug in the air box and that eliminated the backfiring. Not sure about the Voyager.
Any info or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Jimbo

twowheeladdict · 01-09-2012, 01:57 PM

Regarding the mirrors. Make sure they are adjusted to that they are outboard as far as possible. Mine were adjusted in line with the handlebars when I got the bike.

Also, you can pick up mirror extenders that push them out and up an inch.

I'm sure others will chime in with replacement mirrors.

cactusjack · 01-09-2012, 03:06 PM

Welcome. Please be sure to stop by the "New Member Introduction" area and tell us a little about yourself.

I'm sure you can find larger mirrors, they come in all shapes and sizes.

With regard to the exhaust - you first need to make sure you have no exhaust leaks. I'm guessing the tri-ovals are just slipons on the stock exhaust pipes, so make sure the muffler clamps are tight on both pipes. Make sure that there's no leaks around the header clamps (where the pipes meet the heads) as well. Even a small leak can cause decel popping as you describe.

**ringadingh** · 01-09-2012, 03:25 PM

Welcome from Ontario, diferent mirrors may be required, perhaps you could bend the stem to make them more user freindly.

Roadie · 01-09-2012, 03:39 PM

You can even go to eBay and find mirror extenders for your current mirrors and if that does not extend them out enough, then go and buy a different pair of mirrors that have a wider horizontal view and put onto the extenders, that should surely work for you.

**Top Cat** · 01-09-2012, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jimbo279

Hi All:
I am new t the group and this is my first post so please be gentle.
Jimbo

I think someone has been lurking and knows how things can get out of hand around here.

**cnc** · 01-09-2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat

I think someone has been lurking and knows how things can get out of hand around here.

Or maybe he's your neighbor TC.

Welcome Jimbo.

**Top Cat** · 01-09-2012, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by cnc

Or maybe he's your neighbor TC.

Welcome Jimbo.

Smartass

gv550 · 01-09-2012, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimbo279

Hi All:
I am new t the group and this is my first post so please be gentle. I have a new 2011 Voyager which I am getting used to and which needs a few modifications. I will start with the mirrors. I am a big guy and find that the distance from the centerline of the handlebars to the outside edge of the mirrors is a lot less than my 06 Nomad and I wind up look at my shoulders in the mirrors which is not great for safety. Anyone encounter this issue and have any suggestions on how to correct this problem. I saw a 900 custom the other day and it looked like it's mirrors were about 2" wider which would help some. If I buy new mirrors I only want to buy once.
Issue #2--I have the Cobra TriOval slip on mufflers on my bike and I am encountering some backfiring/popping during decelleration. It's not a huge problem but if there is a quick inexpensive fix then I would be interested. I had a 2001 Nomad which I put V&H bagger dual on and wound up with the same backfiring problems. I was able to block of the reed valves with a plastic plug in the air box and that eliminated the backfiring. Not sure about the Voyager.
Any info or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Jimbo

I use Vulcan 900 Custom mirrors on my Voyager and they work great. And they look (amazingly) like original Kawasaki parts.

highwayman2011 · 01-09-2012, 07:44 PM

Had the same problem, couldn't see around my wifes shoulders when she was with me. got wider mirrors but that wasn't enough so I got mirrors with longer stems and used them with the wide mirrors. Success!

P.S. got the mirrors on ebay

Roadie · 01-10-2012, 01:20 PM

Well you can buy mirror extenders for sure, some replacement mirrors are cheap and flimsly and vibrate, found the better quality ones good for replacing your OEMs. Here is a pair that will give you wide horizontal viewing and they come in Chrome or powder coated BLACK. which I have decided to put on my Black Vaquero.

If you need a wider viewing area so you do not see you shoulders all the time, check them out at: http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/wi.../BM-KS-A45BCNC

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Loafer · 01-10-2012, 03:22 PM

These guys have air horns and custom mirrors.
http://www.airbagit.com/v/vspfiles/p...iker_PAGE.html

glassgod · 01-10-2012, 06:33 PM

Jim, welcome to the forum... from Chandler AZ.
Nice riding with you on Saturday.
Rick

jimbo279 · 01-11-2012, 09:27 AM

Hey Rick:

Saturday was a great ride with good folks. I am still on the hunt for mirror info since I was steered in the direction of this site. Send me an email when you get a moment.

Jim

nomad4dixie · 01-12-2012, 02:21 PM

I agree with you 100% on the mirrors. My Nomad mirrors were great but with my new 2011 Vaquero I can hardly see around my elbows. Come spring I'll have to overcome this issue in some manner. Biggest concern is safety.

01-09-2012, 01:29 PM	#1
jimbo279 Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Queen Creek, Az. Posts: 44	Voyager Mirror issues Hi All: I am new t the group and this is my first post so please be gentle. I have a new 2011 Voyager which I am getting used to and which needs a few modifications. I will start with the mirrors. I am a big guy and find that the distance from the centerline of the handlebars to the outside edge of the mirrors is a lot less than my 06 Nomad and I wind up look at my shoulders in the mirrors which is not great for safety. Anyone encounter this issue and have any suggestions on how to correct this problem. I saw a 900 custom the other day and it looked like it's mirrors were about 2" wider which would help some. If I buy new mirrors I only want to buy once. Issue #2--I have the Cobra TriOval slip on mufflers on my bike and I am encountering some backfiring/popping during decelleration. It's not a huge problem but if there is a quick inexpensive fix then I would be interested. I had a 2001 Nomad which I put V&H bagger dual on and wound up with the same backfiring problems. I was able to block of the reed valves with a plastic plug in the air box and that eliminated the backfiring. Not sure about the Voyager. Any info or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Jimbo Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-09-2012, 03:06 PM	#3
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Welcome. Please be sure to stop by the "New Member Introduction" area and tell us a little about yourself. I'm sure you can find larger mirrors, they come in all shapes and sizes. With regard to the exhaust - you first need to make sure you have no exhaust leaks. I'm guessing the tri-ovals are just slipons on the stock exhaust pipes, so make sure the muffler clamps are tight on both pipes. Make sure that there's no leaks around the header clamps (where the pipes meet the heads) as well. Even a small leak can cause decel popping as you describe. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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01-09-2012, 03:25 PM	#4
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Welcome from Ontario, diferent mirrors may be required, perhaps you could bend the stem to make them more user freindly. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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01-09-2012, 03:39 PM	#5
Roadie Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Wimberley, Texas (Austin) Posts: 69	You can even go to eBay and find mirror extenders for your current mirrors and if that does not extend them out enough, then go and buy a different pair of mirrors that have a wider horizontal view and put onto the extenders, that should surely work for you. __________________ . Roadie 2011 Vaquero "Magia Negra" Black is Faster Amsoil Oil TLC Bag Liners PH Custom Bag Bras Power Commander V Cobra Tri-Oval SlipOns Thunder Tornado Air Kit Madcorider Oil Tempstick Marvellas Trailer Hitch Kit Rumbling Pride Flag Mounts Sage Brush Leather Tank Bib Grasshopper Drivers Backrest Classic's Engine/Road Bar Chaps Cee Bailey's 9" Smoked Windscreen 4 Wheels Move the Body ..... 2 Wheels Move the Soul Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-09-2012, 07:44 PM	#10
highwayman2011 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: N Las Vegas, NV Posts: 364	Mirrors Had the same problem, couldn't see around my wifes shoulders when she was with me. got wider mirrors but that wasn't enough so I got mirrors with longer stems and used them with the wide mirrors. Success! P.S. got the mirrors on ebay
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01-09-2012, 01:57 PM	#2
twowheeladdict Advanced Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Middle Tennessee Posts: 616	Regarding the mirrors. Make sure they are adjusted to that they are outboard as far as possible. Mine were adjusted in line with the handlebars when I got the bike. Also, you can pick up mirror extenders that push them out and up an inch. I'm sure others will chime in with replacement mirrors. __________________ 2010 Vulcan Voyager, 2007 Vulcan Mean Streak, 2009 Vulcan Nomad
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01-10-2012, 01:20 PM	#11
Roadie Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Wimberley, Texas (Austin) Posts: 69	Well you can buy mirror extenders for sure, some replacement mirrors are cheap and flimsly and vibrate, found the better quality ones good for replacing your OEMs. Here is a pair that will give you wide horizontal viewing and they come in Chrome or powder coated BLACK. which I have decided to put on my Black Vaquero. If you need a wider viewing area so you do not see you shoulders all the time, check them out at: http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/wi.../BM-KS-A45BCNC . __________________ . Roadie 2011 Vaquero "Magia Negra" Black is Faster Amsoil Oil TLC Bag Liners PH Custom Bag Bras Power Commander V Cobra Tri-Oval SlipOns Thunder Tornado Air Kit Madcorider Oil Tempstick Marvellas Trailer Hitch Kit Rumbling Pride Flag Mounts Sage Brush Leather Tank Bib Grasshopper Drivers Backrest Classic's Engine/Road Bar Chaps Cee Bailey's 9" Smoked Windscreen 4 Wheels Move the Body ..... 2 Wheels Move the Soul Last edited by Roadie; 01-10-2012 at 01:22 PM. Reason: spelling
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01-10-2012, 03:22 PM	#12
Loafer Sr. Contributor Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 18,287	These guys have air horns and custom mirrors. http://www.airbagit.com/v/vspfiles/p...iker_PAGE.html __________________ Gerry Martineau / 802 VT / VBA #0892 /[email]glmjgm@gmail.com[email]
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01-10-2012, 06:33 PM	#13
glassgod Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 97	Jim, welcome to the forum... from Chandler AZ. Nice riding with you on Saturday. Rick __________________ Glassgod KawaNow # 00317 2007 Nomad
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01-11-2012, 09:27 AM	#14
jimbo279 Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Queen Creek, Az. Posts: 44	Hey Rick: Saturday was a great ride with good folks. I am still on the hunt for mirror info since I was steered in the direction of this site. Send me an email when you get a moment. Jim
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01-12-2012, 02:21 PM	#15
nomad4dixie Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Gastonia, NC Posts: 17	I agree with you 100% on the mirrors. My Nomad mirrors were great but with my new 2011 Vaquero I can hardly see around my elbows. Come spring I'll have to overcome this issue in some manner. Biggest concern is safety.
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