Short answer: pre-1970 BMW /2 motorcycles left the factory with one mirror, on the left clutch perch, and an M8 blind plug in the right perch. BMW never fitted a pair. The KiWAV Stan Square Rise reproduces exactly that: a single left mirror, with glass that floats on a spring the way the original did, which is why it gives slightly when pressed. Ne...
Quick answer: Most BMW standard (perch-mount) mirrors use a 10mm x 1.5 thread, but many popular models — R nineT, S1000R/RR, F800R, and the GS family — have 10mm x 1.25 mounts and need an adapter or BMW-ready bolts (included with many KiWAV mirrors). Bar-end mirrors are separate: they fit M8, M10, or M12 threaded handlebar ends depend...
Electric motorcycles are moving beyond novelty status. What was once a category defined by premium pricing and experimental design is now entering a more pragmatic phase—one shaped by affordability, simplicity, and everyday usability. Across rider forums, consumer surveys, and mobility research, the discussion is changing. The real question today i...
Restoring a BMW R50/2, R60/2, R69S or another pre-1970 boxer twin often means buying from more than one specialist. One supplier may have the correct rubber and trim, another may be stronger in used original parts, and a third may be the right source for an electrical component, carburetor kit or workshop tool.
This guide identifies ten active suppliers with current official websites or ordering information, then adds component specialists, restoration workshops and technical resources. It is intended to help owners find a sensible starting point—not to declare one universal “best” shop.
Last reviewed: August 26, 2026
Quick answer
For broad vintage BMW /2 parts availability in the United States, start with MAX BMW, Bob’s Motorcycles, Capital Cycle or Vintage Beemer Parts. In the United Kingdom, Motorworks is a practical mail-order source. In continental Europe, compare BMWBike / Mark Huggett, Uli’s Motorradladen, Motorrad Stemler and Salis Parts. Use Euro MotoElectrics for model-specific electrical items and Bing Agency International for genuine Bing carburetor parts.
Best practice: confirm the model, production year, BMW part number and the parts currently fitted to the motorcycle before ordering. A machine that is sixty years old may no longer match its original specification.
At a glance: This article is based on an anonymized 12-message KiWAV customer-support case from 2016. After installing KiWAV FLASH OVAL chrome LED turn-signal mirrors on a 2002 Harley-Davidson Sportster, the rider found that the mirror lights illuminated but stayed on instead of flashing. An initial flasher-related parts attempt did not produce a working setup. The rider later installed a plug-and-play NAMZ LE-03-A load equalizer and confirmed on 15 June 2016 that the signals were working correctly. This was a steady-light, no-flash case—not hyperflash—and the result should not be treated as a universal fix for every Harley-Davidson electrical system.
At a glance: This article is based on an anonymized KiWAV customer-support case from 2021. The motorcycle was a 2019 Triumph Street Scrambler with its original handlebar. The rider reported that the bar-end mirror mount was still loose after tightening the mounting bolt. After reviewing the rider's photos and video, KiWAV identified the supplied bolt length as the problem and sent shorter M6 × 20 mm bolts. On 5 July 2021, the rider confirmed that the shorter bolts had solved the installation.
Cover image: KiWAV Eclipse bar-end mirrors installed on a Triumph. Representative KiWAV product photo; this is not the customer's 2019 Street Scrambler from the 2021 support case.
先日、BMW R1250 GSにお乗りのお客様から、とても良いご質問をいただきました。「BMWの資料ではバーエンド...
Recently, a rider in Japan contacted us with an excellent question. He was installing our bar-end mirrors on his BMW R1250 GS, and he noticed something confusing: BMW's own documentation lists a torque value of around 38–40 Nm for the factory bar-end weight bolts — but our installation guidance recommends far less. Why the difference?...
Honda LED turn signal relay guide Aftermarket LED turn signals can draw a different amount of power from the original indicators. Depending on the motorcycle, relay, wiring, and replacement indicators, the result may be rapid flashing, slow flashing, steady light, erratic operation, or no flashing. Short answer: The KiWAV Honda 8-pin LED flasher re...
The best motorcycle bar-end mirror for most riders is a heavy-weight model with a CNC-machined aluminum arm — the added mass at the bar's end damps vibration exactly where it starts, giving you a clearer image than any stock mirror position can. For naked bikes and cafe racers, a minimal round or teardrop design keeps the lines clean; for Ha...
Enter your custom HTML codes in this section ... YouTube's algorithm is flooded with "motorcycle market CRASH" videos again this year. I pulled the official figures from Harley-Davidson, the Motorcycle Industry Council, BMW, Ducati, Triumph and KTM to see how much of the doom narrative survives contact with real data. VERDICT: HALF-TRUE — The slump...
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Can the Sportster Save Harley-Davidson? Why Harley Is Bringing Back the Air-Cooled Sportster in 2027
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For most of 2024 and 2025, KTM became the motorcycle industry's cautionary tale.Dealer inventories exploded, production slowed, financial restructuring became unavoidable, and many riders wondered whether KTM could regain its footing.Now, new Q1 2026 financial results from KTM's parent company, Bajaj Mobility AG, suggest that the situation is impro...
Motorcycle comfort is not determined by seat padding alone. The right motorcycle should fit your body, riding environment, experience level, and the amount of physical effort you are comfortable managing. For some riders, comfort means a low seat and light weight in city traffic. Others need wind protection, relaxed ergonomics, luggage capacity, or...
I almost went with bar-end mirrors. After weeks of scrolling forums and watching YouTube installs, I kept coming back to one question: what if they just don't suit the bike? That hesitation led me to KiWAV's OEM-style mirrors — and it turned out to be the best riding decision I've made this year. First impressions: "Wait, are these stock?" The mome...
For years, Harley riders argued about one question:Did Harley-Davidson make a mistake killing the original Sportster? Now, that debate just became very real again.According to recent reports surrounding Harley-Davidson's new "Back to the Bricks" strategy, the company is reportedly planning a return to a more affordable, traditional-style Sportster ...
The 2026 retro motorcycle market has matured into one of the most technically diverse segments in the industry. What began as simple "modern classics" has evolved into a layered category covering: Lightweight beginner retro bikes400cc performance-oriented classicsInline-four retro sport motorcyclesPremium heritage cruisers with modern electronics T...
Every rider understands the critical role mirrors play in motorcycle safety and situational awareness. Yet, the choice between factory-installed stock mirrors and sleek, aftermarket bar end mirrors often sparks a passionate debate. Is one inherently superior? Let's dive deep into the technical and aesthetic considerations to help you make an inform...
Quick Answer The motorcycle market in 2026 is not collapsing—it is undergoing a post-pandemic correction. Higher interest rates, increased inventory, and changing rider preferences are reshaping demand, while several brands are adjusting through ownership changes and financial restructuring. 1. The Big Picture: From Surge to Stabilization Between 2...
