Alloy frame finishers
One of the things that was pulling down the aesthetics of the bike in my view were the numerous plastic and rubber frame plugs used by RE to cover up the holes through which the sub-frames and other parts are bolted together.
For the swing-arm pivot, a plasto-chrome cap is used. It doesn't exactly look classy, but better than black plastic or rubber. This is where the Hitchcocks frame finishing kit helped.
Likes:- Easy to fit
- Overall good quality
- Improves the aesthetics of the motorcycle in a few minutes
- Brushed finish gives a discrete look rather than full-on-bling of a polished finish
Dislikes:- A couple of the finishers had very tiny scratches and burrs left over from the CNC machining. This kind of QC miss was not expected from Hitchcocks as they make these in-house.
Tools required: None, but a clean microfiber cloth and some IPA will be handy.
Fitting time: 15 minutes
Buying links:
A view of the original frame plugs
(a) Near the rear shock absorber mount
(b) Near the side stand mount
(c) Near the front lower engine mounting bolt
Step 1: Remove the existing frame plug (easier to do with both hands, pulling the plug out evenly on either side, so that it comes out straight).
Step 2: Clean the mating surface inside the frame cavity with a suitable solution (something like IPA which will dry up soon, you don't want soapy water or oil in there as it will make the new plugs slip out easily and possible fall off while riding).
Step 3: Push in the new plug evenly. Due to the manufacturing tolerances in the frame dimensions, you may need to be extra patient with some of the plugs.
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2351.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653265d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2351.jpg)
The new frame finishing kit
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2352.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653266d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2352.jpg)
Removing the rear LH frame plug
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2353.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653267d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2353.jpg)
Almost out
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2354.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653268d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2354.jpg)
Cleaning the cavity
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2355.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653269d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2355.jpg)
The new plugs are fitted with a quality O-ring for a snug fit
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2356.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653270d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2356.jpg)
Press on all sides and then in the centre
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2357.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653271d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2357.jpg)
Similarly, continue with the remaining plugs as well
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2358.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653272d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2358.jpg)
The end result
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2359.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653273d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2359.jpg)
Replacing the original oil filler cap
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2360.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653274d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2360.jpg)
Bonus jewellery - A brass oil filler cap from Hitchcocks
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2361.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653275d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2361.jpg)
Nothing wrong with the original, but we mallus like our shiny gold stuff! ![Smile](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.png)
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2362.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653276d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2362.jpg)
Fixing the new cap. It comes with an O-ring pre-fitted, which makes the replacement really easy.
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2363.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653277d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2363.jpg)
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2364.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653278d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2364.jpg)
Done
![Royal Enfield Bullet 350 DIY : Stadium mirrors & alloy finishing bits-img_2366.jpg](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/motorbikes/2653279d1726015706t-royal-enfield-bullet-350-diy-stadium-mirrors-alloy-finishing-bits-img_2366.jpg)
A final look
This is the first time I am using bar end mirrors in the 25 years that I have been owning and riding motorcycles and scooters. And I can honestly say that this is simply the best rearward vision that I have experienced until now.
For someone like me who keeps checking the rear view mirrors all around every 2 minutes or so - be it in a car or two wheeler - this gives an added feeling of safety and peace-of-mind!
Hope this helps someone with a J series bike as these parts are common to the Classic, Bullet as well as the Meteor.
These mirrors fit the Super Meteor handle bars as well.
A couple of Stuart Fillingham videos for additional guidance.
Cheers, and take care until the next one!