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I just got some bar end mirrors for my set up and want to plug the holes the stock mirrors are screwed into.

anyone know the thread and length of that mount?
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There is a factory Honda part for that, a plastic threaded plug. Came stock on Interstates and Aspencades I think. Not sure if it will fit a 1000.
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well its either track down that part or go to the hardware store and spend $.10. im going to take my chance on the hardware store :)
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I believe they are 10mm-1.25
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Definitely 10 mm, 1.25 thread pitch and 12 mm long.
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the OEM part from the 1200s will fit
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