C50 mirrors for M50? - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

aussierider · 05-07-2006, 08:34 PM

Does anyone know if the chrome stock mirrors supplied with the C50 will fit straight on to the M50 without any mods needed? Getting non-stock items from the USA can be a hassle down here, as most of the stockers won't/don't ship internationally. I like the look of the C50 mirrors. Would they work on the M50? Most of the far-out looking alternatives don't appeal.

hutz · 05-07-2006, 09:25 PM

Yes, I have C50 mirrors on my M.

jkulysses · 05-07-2006, 11:33 PM

Check out the stock mirrors for the VTX 1300c and the 1800c. They are very nice looking for stock.

aussierider · 05-08-2006, 08:04 PM

Thanks Hutz & jk. I had a look at the C50 mirrors today, they have shorter stalks than the M50 OEMs. Do the C50 and VTX 1300/1800 mirrors extend out far enough to give a clear view to the rear both sides? I used to ride sports bikes, and I've seen enough of my elbows to know what they look like by now! I like to see cops sneaking up from a safe distance. Also, do they just fit on with no hassles? (eg different thread sizes etc)

MYC50T · 05-08-2006, 08:53 PM

Apparently all Mirrors on Boulevards are interchangeable, therefore you could try these, the Boulevard Set
http://www.oneidasuzuki.com/store/cu...cat=320&page=3

Swick · 05-08-2006, 09:09 PM

Here is my M with VTX 1300 mirrors...

jpwM50 · 05-08-2006, 10:16 PM

All metric cruisers have the same thread size for mirrors.

jkulysses · 05-08-2006, 10:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpwM50

All metric cruisers have the same thread size for mirrors.

I think Yamaha is different, but other than that you are correct.

aussierider · 05-10-2006, 02:33 AM

Hutz.

Do you get a clear unobstructed view to the rear with your C50 mirrors on the M50 compared to the stock M50 items?

I need to know before I invest hard-earned $$

Thanks

comp142 · 05-10-2006, 01:22 PM

aussie.

I have the C50 mirrors on my bike also and to answer your question...no you will not get the same field of view. The mirror stalk on the M rises shorter and extends farther than the C50. The bars on the C go back and down where ours are more like a drag bar thus the design change in the stalk. I find myself pulling my arms in when I want a full view behind. Still not a deal breaker for me. I think the originals didn't do justice to the elegant lines of the bike so that was my first change. The C mirrors aren't the perfect solution but were cheap (take-offs bought on e-bay) and keep me happy until I shell out for the next round of mods.

ffffireman · 05-10-2006, 02:41 PM

mirrors...i dont need no stinkin mirrors!!!
na, i run 1 off the bar end.

comp142 · 05-10-2006, 02:48 PM

Before someone points out what an idiot I am I should point out that the stalks can be swapped. Just dawned on me as I was looking at the old mirrors. Took 30sec and swapped one out. Big difference.

I'll be in the garage.

hutz · 05-10-2006, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aussierider

Hutz.

Do you get a clear unobstructed view to the rear with your C50 mirrors on the M50 compared to the stock M50 items?

I need to know before I invest hard-earned $$

Thanks

Honestly, I don't notice that big of a difference between the two. They work good for me plus they were FREE. I picked them up at a shop that does custom bikes.

05-07-2006, 08:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
aussierider Ditch Magnet Joined: May 2006 Bike: Suzuki Boulevard C50 Location: Australia. Posts: 152	C50 mirrors for M50? Does anyone know if the chrome stock mirrors supplied with the C50 will fit straight on to the M50 without any mods needed? Getting non-stock items from the USA can be a hassle down here, as most of the stockers won't/don't ship internationally. I like the look of the C50 mirrors. Would they work on the M50? Most of the far-out looking alternatives don't appeal. Last edited by aussierider; 05-07-2006 at 08:39 PM.

05-07-2006, 09:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
hutz Ditch Magnet Joined: Mar 2005 Bike: 2005 M50 Black Location: Oak Ridge, TN. Posts: 196	Yes, I have C50 mirrors on my M. Attached Thumbnails

05-08-2006, 08:53 PM	#5 (permalink)
MYC50T Kickstand Operator Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 Suzuki Boulevard C50T Location: SE Minnesota Posts: 291	Apparently all Mirrors on Boulevards are interchangeable, therefore you could try these, the Boulevard Set http://www.oneidasuzuki.com/store/cu...cat=320&page=3 __________________ "THE KEY TO RIDING SAFELY IS HUMILITY, WITHOUT HUMILITY YOU HAVEN'T A CHANCE IN HELL"

05-08-2006, 10:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
jpwM50 Clutch Cadet Joined: Jul 2005 Bike: Blue M50 Location: Waterloo, Canada Posts: 944	All metric cruisers have the same thread size for mirrors. __________________

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aussierider Ditch Magnet Joined: May 2006 Bike: Suzuki Boulevard C50 Location: Australia. Posts: 152	Thanks Hutz & jk. I had a look at the C50 mirrors today, they have shorter stalks than the M50 OEMs. Do the C50 and VTX 1300/1800 mirrors extend out far enough to give a clear view to the rear both sides? I used to ride sports bikes, and I've seen enough of my elbows to know what they look like by now! I like to see cops sneaking up from a safe distance. Also, do they just fit on with no hassles? (eg different thread sizes etc)

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aussierider Ditch Magnet Joined: May 2006 Bike: Suzuki Boulevard C50 Location: Australia. Posts: 152	Hutz. Do you get a clear unobstructed view to the rear with your C50 mirrors on the M50 compared to the stock M50 items? I need to know before I invest hard-earned $$ Thanks

05-10-2006, 01:22 PM	#10 (permalink)
comp142 Newbie Joined: Aug 2005 Bike: M50 Black Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 19	aussie. I have the C50 mirrors on my bike also and to answer your question...no you will not get the same field of view. The mirror stalk on the M rises shorter and extends farther than the C50. The bars on the C go back and down where ours are more like a drag bar thus the design change in the stalk. I find myself pulling my arms in when I want a full view behind. Still not a deal breaker for me. I think the originals didn't do justice to the elegant lines of the bike so that was my first change. The C mirrors aren't the perfect solution but were cheap (take-offs bought on e-bay) and keep me happy until I shell out for the next round of mods.

05-10-2006, 02:41 PM	#11 (permalink)
ffffireman Seat Tester Joined: Apr 2006 Bike: 05 M50 Black Location: Prairie Grove Arkansas Posts: 75	mirrors...i dont need no stinkin mirrors!!! na, i run 1 off the bar end.

05-10-2006, 02:48 PM	#12 (permalink)
comp142 Newbie Joined: Aug 2005 Bike: M50 Black Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 19	Before someone points out what an idiot I am I should point out that the stalks can be swapped. Just dawned on me as I was looking at the old mirrors. Took 30sec and swapped one out. Big difference. I'll be in the garage.

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