Taller windshield, help or hindrance
So I realize that most of the “twitchiness” on my 2017 f3t is coming from me getting
buffeted by the wind at high speeds. Currently I am wearing a 3/4 helmet due to neck
issues from the heavier modular(that’s another thread!). My question is, with the taller windshield, I know the wind on me will be reduced but will the bike be moved around more?
Any f3 owners add the taller windshield?
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Originally Posted by
SpyderNeil
I have a CALSCI 22" Shield on mine, and it works very well. I have noticed no real difference in the amount of movement from cross-winds. I can still see over mine.
Neil
Results??
F-3 Ltd windshield fix option
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Originally Posted by
SpyderNeil
I am overall very happy. The turbulence is mostly gone and there is no real effect on stability. Being able to see over is a bit of a trade-off, as the taller the shield the greater the calmness of the air. Like most things it is a compromise, but one that I am happy with.
Neil
I have a 17 F-3 Ltd equipped with the OEM small, recurved windshield. It did a better job of keeping the wind, noise, and buffeting off me than I expected, but was a far cry from the protection offered on an RT. After talking to a guy with a clamp-on X-Creen at the Deadwood rally last year, I bought one. They sell on-line for about $140, cheaper than a new windshield, and they make a BIG difference. Buffeting and noise are greatly reduced, making the passenger’s ride much calmer also. We have 8,000 miles on our bike and think it’s one of the best improvements we’ve made.
The clamp-on model costs more than the permanent mount, but holds tight and will fit the OEM windshield curve better. Also, the report at Deadwood said the small X-Creen didn’t do nearly as much good, so opt for the larger one. The tinted version is a little darker than the Spyder windshield.