The Ergon RM Touring is essential for safe cycling. This ergonomic rear-view mirror is designed to provide you with a clear view of the traffic behind you without having to move your head.
This makes it easier to glance over your shoulder and keep your bike under control in all situations. The RM Touring rearview mirror also reduces the blind spot and allows you to accurately estimate the speed and distance of vehicles before turning or overtaking. At only 100 grams, the RM Touring is lightweight and proudly made in Germany by Ergon and Busch + Müller.
In 2021, an alarming 70% of bicycle accidents in Germany involved cars. The hustle and bustle of city traffic often conceals potential dangers that are hard to detect and often recognized too late. Electric cars are also nearly silent, making them even harder to detect. A high-quality rearview mirror, however, can make a significant contribution to safety and driving comfort. It serves as an early warning system when turning or changing lanes, so you do not have to constantly turn your head. This allows you to better assess the traffic situation and take quicker action. Without a rear-view mirror, relying on shoulder vision may lead to you accidentally veering into another lane.
The Ergon RM Touring rear view mirror is ergonomically designed to offer an intuitive and comfortable view behind you. Strategically placed 10 cm above the handlebar, it allows you to check your surroundings without turning your head. This distinguishes itself from many conventional rear-view mirrors. You can adjust the mirror to your seating position, and its stability means you will not have to constantly readjust your view while riding.
You can effortlessly personalize the RM Touring to your optimum field of view. The mirror arm and housing feature markings, which allows you to easily locate the most ergonomically suitable placement. The instructions guide you through the entire process.
The RM Touring not only provides an important safety feature for your bike, but also boasts an esthetically pleasing design. Ergon prioritizes ensuring the mirror is seamlessly incorporated into the overall appearance of your bike.
Features:
- Clever 180-degree Folding Function – The RM Touring boasts a retractable mirror arm that locks into place at 180 degrees, making it perfect for tight parking spots and simple transport on a bus, train, or car. Plus, the recessed grip ensures that your individual setting of the mirror remains unchanged.
- Made in Germany – Developed together with Busch + Müller, the RM Touring was entirely manufactured in Germany. Busch + Müller, a renowned German company, is known for their innovative and top-quality bicycle lighting and accessories. Moreover, Busch + Müller is a leader in the production of bicycle rearview mirrors.
- SGS Certified – The RM Touring has been awarded certification by the esteemed SGS, an internationally recognized testing and certification body. It has passed rigorous tests and inspection procedures to guarantee its highest quality standards, with no hazardous materials used in the production.
- Protection Through Safety Glass – For added security, the RM Touring is equipped with robust safety glass. In the event of a fall or collision, this type of glass does not break as easily as conventional glass. If it does break, it shatters into small, dull pieces instead of sharp, hazardous shards that could cause lacerations. Furthermore, safety glass is more resistant to everyday bumps and scrapes.
- Versatile And Compatible – The RM Touring is compatible with handlebars that have an inner diameter of 17.2 to 22 millimeters and an open left side after removing the handlebar end cap. It is attached using a clamping cone on the left end of the handlebar. Note, the Ergon rear view mirror is not approved for S-pedelecs, nor is it suitable for MTB use, strongly curved handlebars, drop bars, or for mounted on the right side of the handlebar.