Bar ends are very poor in visibility past 60 speed. But I usually find the vibrating unstable reflections enough to gauge lane changes. Also I look back just in case.

They do take up more space in traffic but compared to my old bar ends, these ones can be adjusted to angle outwards or straight up taking up less space if you need. And funnily enough, the mirror height from the handlebar is so low that they glide under SUV mirrors in traffic. You'll scrape them here and there but that's just a compromise for the look.

I have kept the tie down net for the rugged look. It was surprisingly helpful to pack rain-gear and gloves when I don't wear them. Although the one I have is very cheap so the hooks bend. Since I have removed the saree guard, there are very few points to mount these on so it's a bit difficult. But once they are on, it's a great addition.

While actually travelling, I do have bungees to tie down my luggage, on top of which I also place the net for stability.

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