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CRGs vs. Rizoma Reverse Retros

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#1 ·
Searching has narrowed my mirror choice to these two. If you have experience with either (or both), could you share why you chose one over the other?

There are lots of threads on mirrors, but I couldn't find any opinions or experience comparing these specific mirrors. As a newb, I apologize for asking a question on a tired subject...

Thanks,
Jeff
 
#6 ·
+1. The lanesplitters are great mirrors. You can even get away with just one, as the visibility is so wide behind you and to the side. I have two only because I'm used to having one on each side and feel more comfortable that way. I'm not sure what the Rizomas cost, but if you shop carefully the CRGs can be had for $65-70 each.
 
#10 ·
I have the CRG's and I totally happy with them.



[ This message was edited by: bkrbil on 2006-06-25 15:57 ]
 
#12 ·
The CRG's do look practical. I had Rizoma reverse mirrors on my first S3 and was very happy with them. I think they definately look better than the CRG's. I think they are the best looking option avaiable. The field of view is pretty good, I could see directly behind me out of each one, something I could never do with the stock mirrors. I had no problem with vibration. The only down side was that you need an allen wrench to adjust them left and right. Not something you have to do once they're set and the wrench in the S3 toolkit fits.
 
#14 ·
Another thumb up on the Rizomas. I have them and they've been working great for me. No vibes at all and I think they look better. I was lucky to get them for a great price on eBay, or else I probably wouldn't have gone for them.

I'm not really surprised that their are so many people touting the CRG's. They're less expensive so I think a lot more people have gone that route.

Capt.
 
#16 ·
Thanks again everyone for the great replies.

Capt... Regarding prices between the two; from vendors I've found using the search feature, the CRG (LS) mirrors are 84.95 ea, and the Rizomas are 87 each. I've found a cheaper place (somewhere, where did it go?) for the CRGs, but I'm thinking both mirrors are in the same ballpark. Maybe I haven't shopped around well enough?

Dobie, thanks for the Sky King suggestion and pictures. I'll look into those as well.

dr_gallup, since you mentioned aesthetics, which Rizoma finish would you put on a white s3? :)

A question for taller riders; I'm 6'5". While anything will be better than yoga to see what's behind me, I tried looking at my bar-ends. I couldn't just glance at them... It didn't seem natural but maybe I'm not used to doing that.

Because the Rizomas are mounted above the hands, would that be a better position for tall riders?

Again thanks all. I appreciate the help!

Jeff
 
#17 ·
Jberb55,

I got my Rizomas off of eBay.

The one real advantage that the CRG's have over the Rizomas is that they offer convex mirrors. Both brands of mirrors are fairly small, so if you are comfortable with convex mirrors, they would probably offer a wider field of vision. I have my Rizomas set so that I can see fine out of them when I'm in my normal riding position. Once I crouch into a more agressive riding position it becomes difficult for me to see behind me and I have to sit back up a bit when I do a mirror check. I think the covex would help here. Something to consider.

dr_gallup mentioned that you have to use mn allen wrench to adjust the Rizomas. Granted, when tightened they are tough to move, but I can still adjust mine while riding (without the wrench).

I also like that the Rizomas don't stick out from the end of the bars as far as the CRG's seem to.

With either set you're going to have to pitch your head down further than with the stock mirrors to use them. It gets some taking used to, but it does become natural after a while.

As for your height, I'm 6'2". The only factor height will play is that you are a bit further removed from your mirrors. In either case you are going to be using much smaller mirrors than stock. I don't think either will have an advantage there.

Either one will be better than stock, so consider convex, width to the end of the bars, looks, and price in your decision.

Capt.
 
#18 ·
On 2006-06-26 06:25, Captain_Rat wrote:
The one real advantage that the CRG's have over the Rizomas is that they offer convex mirrors.
Rizoma also has the convex barend option available on the "Class Retro" mirrors:


Visually to me these look like the nicest barend option. I have not used them, so no first hand comments on visibility.
 
#19 ·
On 2006-06-25 21:59, jberb55 wrote:

dr_gallup, since you mentioned aesthetics, which Rizoma finish would you put on a white s3? :)

Because the Rizomas are mounted above the hands, would that be a better position for tall riders?
I went with the black finish. I decided that all my mods would be black, mirrors, brake reservoir, Pazzo levers (blue adjusters) and carbon fiber Trident cans. It really looked sharp, wish I had a picture before it got creamed.

One note with the Rizoma Reverse mirrors, you can also turn them out. It makes the bike wider but gives a great view. I still say these are the best looking choice.
 
#21 ·
I am 6'3" and the Sky King bar end is good. Like any mirror find the correct angle and its very easy to glance at it naturally. Sky King is a flat mirror and I like it that way, Easier to judge distance to me. I have the one mirror on now and see 100% more than I did with both stock mirrors.
Really adds to the naked minimalist attitude of the bike also.
 
#22 ·
I initially bought CRG, because they were cheaper and more easily available. I didn't like that they were concave which made it difficult to see clearly behind me, though you could easily see behind you. Adding to that, they also had some expected vibrations from the bars.

I bought Rizoma a few months ago and love everything but the price. They are clear, badass looking mirrors. You will not regret it.
 
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