Stainless bolts
 

I took the plunge and bought some stainless bolts in M6 and M8 from screwfix. cost around 11 quid for 150. I have replaced the bolts on the indicators, and all the protective plastic pods. I will report back on how hardy they actually are, but on first impressions they are not made of cheese like the originals.

Got a link for the bolts ?

I recommend these people:

http://www.namrick.co.uk/

I have the advantage of their shop being walking distance for me!

screwfix codes
 

M6x16 socket button code 28496
Socket cap M6x20 code 19472
M6x20 socket button code 25864
I will be measuring and replacing some more as time passes and adding the codes as I do. I used a Screwfix set of stainless bolts when I fitted crash bars to a former bike. They were pristine when I sold it 3 years later so it must be pretty good metal. And they are a 5 min ride away which helps.

caveat
 

The domed heads are not as wide as the originals, but I like the look, they are backed up by washers, and not load bearing.

Are the Screwfix A2 or A4 grade? The bolts should be marked.

This is quite interesting:
http://www.graphskill.com/2011/03/21...-to-fasteners/

They are A2, if I ever ride in the sea, I might consider A4 :hello2: Regardless at a fiver for fifty, bargain

:smilielol:

Heh.

Thanks for that. Very interesting.