Windshield

[Nyparrothead]

I went on the F4 page to buy a windshield for my F3 and was shocked when I saw the price.. 550.00, really?

looks like I will have to look elsewhere

mark

[SpyderAnn01]

That doesn't really sound unreasonable to me. Have you checked out California Scientific or MadStad? I have no idea what their prices are or if they have anything for the F3 but it is worth a look.

[ABQSpyder]

Ann's right, Calsci!

[ca8920]

If you have an existing BR windshield, these folks have a very nice looking windshield for half the F4 cost which can be mounted to the BR hardware.

http://bikescreen.com/products/can-a...lue-ridge-2015

[Nyparrothead]

Don't get me wrong, I love F4 products and have had them on several bikes. Just seems a bit on the high side compared to their other lines

mark

[jcasey]

Madstad a lot cheaper and works great!

[F4 Customs]

Just thought I would list some of the features of the F4 and maybe it would explain the cost of this F3 shield:
Highly Scratch Resistant even with steel wool. Cleans with paper towels and any glass cleaner
High Optics. Made with the highest Optical Polycarbonate with the hard coated baked in after the shield is made
Rain Shedding: Sheds rain like Rain X on steroids
4 year warranty against any cracking, crazing, or delamination
Great wind protection for your legs and hands also for that cold weather riding.
Black Powder Coated Hardware
Thanks for reading
Don

[donkes]

For the quality, price is reasonable. Not a cheap hobby but a great hobby.

[dreid999]

I went on the F4 page to buy a windshield for my F3 and was shocked when I saw the price.. 550.00, really?

looks like I will have to look elsewhere

mark

You want find a better quality, I received the first production run, 28" Light Tint, Love it...

[stebrock]

Calsci less than $300 including mounting brackets that mimic the OEM.

[BikerDoc]

Madstad a lot cheaper and works great!

Plus Madstad is coming out with a new mounting bracket that will improve the stability even more

[fencepost]

Quality is like buying oats, if you want clean fresh oats you are going to pay at little more than those that have already been run through the horse.

[Bobfour]

That doesn't really sound unreasonable to me. Have you checked out California Scientific or MadStad? I have no idea what their prices are or if they have anything for the F3 but it is worth a look.

When I got my F3 I also purchased a Blue Ridge windshield, I was never happy with the Blue Ridge windshield, too much helmet buffeting, I put on the Calsci windshield and now it is a joy to ride, no more head movement and good protection in the rain.

[ARtraveler]

Sticker shock seems to be the plan when it comes to accessories. My favorite is $995 or so for the floorboards for the .

[Pampurrs]

F4 Customs' windshields are very high quality. They are worth every penny.

Pam

[ABQSpyder]

Love my Calsci !!!
Could buy 2 and have $$$$ left just saying!

[Pampurrs]

Yeah, I do notice that that F3 windshields are very pricey compared to the RT windshields at F4 Customs. I don't know why that is. Possibly because of the extra hardware needed?

Pam

[Ben Burped]

F4 makes a very high quality product. That's important.

[ABQSpyder]

Extra hardware?
Yes you need a lot to support a barndoor IMHO. Just sayin

[stebrock]

LOL!
Which is why I've ordered from bikescreens.com.
Whatever trips your trigger...

[Pampurrs]

Extra hardware?
Yes you need a lot to support a barndoor IMHO. Just sayin

Hey, I was just making a guess, OK!!!

There must be a reason why the F4 windshield for the F3 is $150 more than the comparable one for the RT. They make a great, high quality shield, but for some reason it's more expensive for the F3. If you really want to know the reason, why don't you ask Don at F4 Customs?

Pam

[fencepost]

I would suspect that the hardware kit has a lot to do with the cost, which is not required on any of the other F4 windshields.I find it interesting that most of us want made in the USA but then question the cost and look elsewhere for a cheaper price.It costs more to manufacture in the USA and depending on the part of the country that the part is manufactured will effect cost. I live in Tennessee where labor and manufacturing costs are low compared to other parts of the country like, California, Maine, Ohio, Illinois and Indiana. I mention these states for the fact I have gotten quotes and all have come back at a minimum of 60% higher. It is tuff being a manufacturing and distriburator of your own product(s) when dealers who want to sell your product want 30 - 40%. For the most part the small businessman makes very little after expense and dealer discounts.

[F4 Customs]

Your right Pam and fencepost the F3 requires mounting hardware and the RT does not require this.

Yeah, I do notice that that F3 windshields are very pricey compared to the RT windshields at F4 Customs. I don't know why that is. Possibly because of the extra hardware needed?

Pam

[ttrac]

I have a windshield on order from F4, same height as original 2 1/2 inches wider per side and tinted. Will let you know how it is when I install on bike.

[Nyparrothead]

I have a windshield on order from F4, same height as original 2 1/2 inches wider per side and tinted. Will let you know how it is when I install on bike.

Please do.....