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The Mirrycle has been the default flat-bar mirror for decades because it simply works: a glass convex lens on a ball-joint arm that plugs into the bar end and stays where you aim it. On an e-bike doing 20 mph with traffic behind you, a mirror you trust is worth more than most gadgets. The convex shape gives a wide view at the cost of making cars look farther away, which you get used to quickly. Installation requires removing or trimming the bar plug and grip end. It is a bit bulky, and the arm sticks out enough to catch on door frames.
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Hafny's bar-end mirror is a slimmer, more modern take than the Mirrycle, with a stainless lens option, a compact round housing and an expander plug that locks into the bar. It tucks in closer to the grip, which e-bike owners who park in tight garages appreciate. The image is good, the mount is secure, and the price is friendly. Because the mirror body is small, the field of view is narrower than larger mirrors, so you will be turning your head a bit more. Like all bar-end mirrors, it needs the bar end open and will be the first thing to hit the ground in a tip-over.
Best for: Riders who want a low-profile mirror · Folding e-bikes (check fold clearance) · Commuters in tight storage spaces
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The Hotrod 50 is a thin strip of bright red LEDs that mounts to a seatpost or seat stay with a rubber strap and charges by USB. Fifty lumens is plenty for a taillight, and the wide strip is visible from the side as well as behind. Several modes include a daytime flash that gets attention even in Texas sun. Runtime in flash mode is long. The strap fits round posts; for e-bikes with a rack that blocks the seatpost, mount it to a seat stay or buy a rack-mount light instead. It is a cheap, reliable improvement over most stock taillights.
Best for: Every commuter · Daytime visibility · Bikes with a free seatpost or stay
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