How to tighten loose mirrow

[davehenricks]

2007 FZ1 - my left mirrow is loose at the base from the previous owner dropping it or something. How do I tighten up the mirrow at the base? Do I need to take off plastic and tighten it from underneath?

 

[Jman]

You will need to remove the left inner fairing piece. Then look for the two nuts fixed to the mirror studs from the bottom.

 

[FZ-thousand]

I do agree with Jman steps. Also you can use a lock washer to hold and secure the nuts and bolt better and longer.

 

[loosenut]

The mirror mounts with 2 studs. Chances are the pivot is worn. I tried to tighten the pivot, but ended up buying a new mirror. The Emgo brand makes an exact replacement at half the cost of stock.

 

[delbert]

As above ,the pivot wears , I took the mirror off and removed the cap covering the top of the pivot. Then you can get two small sockets and rig it in a vice (one socket either side of the pivot) and press it a bit tighter . Did mine some time ago now and its still tight + I fold them as well on a regular basis

 

[AlexZjuH]

Reviving it from dead, this topic.

Had the same issue, it wouldn't "snap" into the correct position, because of extensive corrosion. That resulted in floppy mirrors / vibrations, rendering the rear view unusable...

EMGO replacemens for *drumroll* 26euro's each... not worth the hassle....

 

[killer5280]

Holy mirrows!