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RoboBracket
For those who don't make it to the mod threads very often, I'm providing a link to my post for the Madstad RoboBrackets. It's a windshield system similar in concept to the CHAD windshield. Debbie and I were looking at them as an option to get adjustability out of nearly any aftermarket or even the stock Spyder windshields.
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...4&postcount=16
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I'm normally a "function over form" guy, but my first impression was that it was a bit too much like an Erector Set for me. Probably works great.
I have the GIVI shield which I like quite well, but I've been thinking of adding some half-inch spacers under the shield , with longer screws, to let a bit more air under the shield. Still a bit too much buffeting as is. Maybe that will solve it.
John Wells
Hollidaysburg, PA
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After owning a V-strom and adding a Madstat bracket here my take:Will order the Madstat before I take delivery of the Spydee.It's that good.
The reason:It adjusts in all angles.
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Pretty cool-- can't wait to see it in person....
Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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Originally Posted by bjt
For those who don't make it to the mod threads very often, I'm providing a link to my post for the Madstad RoboBrackets. It's a windshield system similar in concept to the CHAD windshield. Debbie and I were looking at them as an option to get adjustability out of nearly any aftermarket or even the stock Spyder windshields.
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...4&postcount=16
Having had Mark at Madstad install my Buell windshield and adjustable brackets personally in his shop in Florida before my ride to New York , I can attest to the engineering and workmanship he puts into his products. The end result in my ability to control airflow was incredible. I ordered mine today for the Spyder.
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Originally Posted by John in PA
I'm normally a "function over form" guy, but my first impression was that it was a bit too much like an Erector Set for me. Probably works great.
I have the GIVI shield which I like quite well, but I've been thinking of adding some half-inch spacers under the shield , with longer screws, to let a bit more air under the shield. Still a bit too much buffeting as is. Maybe that will solve it.
John , The silver color against the black console is the main culprit there... Maybe Mark will start powdercoating them , in the meantime , a nice coat of flat black paint would eliminate that concern.
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Originally Posted by John in PA
I'm normally a "function over form" guy, but my first impression was that it was a bit too much like an Erector Set for me. Probably works great.
I have the GIVI shield which I like quite well, but I've been thinking of adding some half-inch spacers under the shield , with longer screws, to let a bit more air under the shield. Still a bit too much buffeting as is. Maybe that will solve it.
mm, I like the spacer idea. I'm still getting some buffeting with my Ultra Touring windshield at freeway speeds. I wonder if it would weaken the windshield or fairing at the mount points too much with just spacers under it (less surface to surface area)?
The RoboBracket does look like a cool concept too.
Happy 2008 SM5 Owner - BRP Sport Rack/Backrest, 23" BRP Ultra Touring Windshield.
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I gotta visit the Mod Forum more often . . . .
. . . . I have been waiting for these!
I just ordered mine. It is seldom that I get excited about a new product or ordering a new mod - this is the exception. (well, maybe the 2nd - I was real excited when I ordered my Spyder)
I need an adjustable flexible windshield system.
My eyes seem to be particularly sensitive to wind.
I wear glasses, bifocals.
My helmet is an auditory nightmare in wind, but nice otherwise.
I ride year around, temps ranging from 40 to 110.
The miles I ride are 80% highway and 20% city.
The CHAD and F1 get great customer satisfaction marks, but the size and style just don't do it for me. While the common appearance complaint is they look like a giant toenail, to me, they make the Spyder look like the Hive Queen in Aliens. Probably attractive to some, not me. I am also not into paying $300+ and then having to re-mod (cut and shape) my mods. That is just me.
I expect the RoboBrackets/Windshield to meet and exceed my needs. If I want, I can re-use some of the other windshields I have for special situations or purposes. Matt has a fantastic reputation for high quality, functional, and high performance products. The install instructions are well done and look like a snap. Plus he guarantees your satisfaction. Add to all this, Brian & Deb's test results, I don't have any doubt, just anticipation.
I just had to share my excitement on this.
Tom
2008 GS SE5 -> 2013 STS SE5 -> 2015 F3-S SE6 . . . Still riding & smiling.
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Number One: 2008 Yellow GS SM5. I love my Spyder.
Number Two: 2012 RT-S Limited (the poop colored RT) I still have Number One, but Some Girl made me buy Number Two...
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I think making the brackets black would help the looks-- and maybe going with a 1/2 tint on the bottom of the shield.
It kind of looks like there are knobs that are on the front of the windshield to hold it to the bracket????
Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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Yes . . . .
Originally Posted by Firefly
I think making the brackets black would help the looks-- and maybe going with a 1/2 tint on the bottom of the shield.
. . . . I agree, if they were black, they would almost be invisible. Maybe in the future they will come in black. I have no problem painting them black or some other color - or using a flat black electrical tape on them. I was thinking that I might put reflective tape on the edge against the windshield for added visibility and 'flash'.
I think the tint on the BRP Sport Touring windshield is nice, but I am also expecting it to be a distraction if I put it on the RoboBrackets - having the tint in different locations depending upon the settings may not look so good. Just a matter of my taste or lack of it. I don't see any functional reason for having tint on a windshield that small.
Tom
2008 GS SE5 -> 2013 STS SE5 -> 2015 F3-S SE6 . . . Still riding & smiling.
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Mine arrived today (it took only 1 week to Canada) but I can't get to install it before Sunday night. I'll be using my 23" BRP screen, so I'll report back on how it goes.
Rod.
Ryde safe,
Rod.
'08 GS SM5 Full Moon -- after 15,000km sold May'11
'10 RT A+C SE5 Full Moon -- after 30,700km traded in 2014
'17 RTL Pearl White -- new-to-me in 2023
"I guess its better to bend a valve in Missoula than to lose your mind in Bozeman", my wife said, patting my hand as if to console me. I winced and wondered if Phaedrus ever took the bus." -Peter Egan, Leanings
CanAm Highway goes from Texas along U.S. Route 85 and Interstate 25 into Saskatchewan, Canada.<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CanAm_Highway>
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Originally Posted by SpyderKev
mm, I like the spacer idea. I'm still getting some buffeting with my Ultra Touring windshield at freeway speeds. I wonder if it would weaken the windshield or fairing at the mount points too much with just spacers under it (less surface to surface area)?
The RoboBracket does look like a cool concept too.
I would be concerned about that too, depending on how big the windshield is and how thick it is. I'm not saying I wouldn't try it but just to be aware that the windshield can break. Also, the cast metal that the windshield mounts to has threaded holes that can be easily damaged. Be sure you get long enough screws so they can get full thread mating when you add your spacer.
Originally Posted by Firefly
I think making the brackets black would help the looks-- and maybe going with a 1/2 tint on the bottom of the shield.
I t kind of looks like there are knobs that are on the front of the windshield to hold it to the bracket????
Yep, he uses little wing bolts to hold the windshield to the bracket. It makes for easy on, easy off of the windshield. I guess the benefit would be for when you adjust the shield and need to tighten all 8 bolts, it's easier to get at them with the windshield off.
Last edited by bjt; 08-29-2009 at 07:14 AM.
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Originally Posted by bjt
Yep, he uses little wing bolts to hold the windshield to the bracket. It makes for easy on, easy off of the windshield. I guess the benefit would be for when you adjust the shield and need to tighten all 8 bolts, it's easier to get at them with the windshield off.
I guess the other benefit of the wing bolts is if you wanted to quickly swap a second windshield depending how/when you're riding. I'd be curious if I could get the RoboBracket to give me decent performance out of the stock shield during short slower speed trips and use my larger shield for longer freeway trips or adverse weather. Of course I'd still have to adjust it I suppose for each shield. This bracket is tempting the tweaker side of me..
Happy 2008 SM5 Owner - BRP Sport Rack/Backrest, 23" BRP Ultra Touring Windshield.
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I got my RoboBrackets installed tonight with my 23" BRP screen. Everything bolted together very nicely and after a quick blast up the highway for a road test, it seems great. Mine's black and it looks better than unpainted IMHO. I'll post a photo tomorrow (if I figure out how...).
For the 1st time ryding the Spyder, I heard the motor and the exhaust sound. Can't wait for a longer ryde!
Mark was very good with the questions I had and I highly recommend this product and his service.
NFI,
Rod.
Ryde safe,
Rod.
'08 GS SM5 Full Moon -- after 15,000km sold May'11
'10 RT A+C SE5 Full Moon -- after 30,700km traded in 2014
'17 RTL Pearl White -- new-to-me in 2023
"I guess its better to bend a valve in Missoula than to lose your mind in Bozeman", my wife said, patting my hand as if to console me. I winced and wondered if Phaedrus ever took the bus." -Peter Egan, Leanings
CanAm Highway goes from Texas along U.S. Route 85 and Interstate 25 into Saskatchewan, Canada.<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CanAm_Highway>
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Originally Posted by RodO
I got my RoboBrackets installed tonight with my 23" BRP screen. Everything bolted together very nicely and after a quick blast up the highway for a road test, it seems great. Mine's black and it looks better than unpainted IMHO. I'll post a photo tomorrow (if I figure out how...).
For the 1st time ryding the Spyder, I heard the motor and the exhaust sound. Can't wait for a longer ryde!
Mark was very good with the questions I had and I highly recommend this product and his service.
NFI,
Rod.
So you drilled and mounted the BRP 23" onto the Robo?
What did you do with the 'stock' holes down at the bottom of the shield?
Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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Originally Posted by Firefly
So you drilled and mounted the BRP 23" onto the Robo?
What did you do with the 'stock' holes down at the bottom of the shield?
Yes, I drilled 4 new holes. I'll just have to find something to plug the old holes.
Rod.
Ryde safe,
Rod.
'08 GS SM5 Full Moon -- after 15,000km sold May'11
'10 RT A+C SE5 Full Moon -- after 30,700km traded in 2014
'17 RTL Pearl White -- new-to-me in 2023
"I guess its better to bend a valve in Missoula than to lose your mind in Bozeman", my wife said, patting my hand as if to console me. I winced and wondered if Phaedrus ever took the bus." -Peter Egan, Leanings
CanAm Highway goes from Texas along U.S. Route 85 and Interstate 25 into Saskatchewan, Canada.<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CanAm_Highway>
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Originally Posted by John in PA
I'm normally a "function over form" guy, but my first impression was that it was a bit too much like an Erector Set for me. Probably works great.
I have the GIVI shield which I like quite well, but I've been thinking of adding some half-inch spacers under the shield , with longer screws, to let a bit more air under the shield. Still a bit too much buffeting as is. Maybe that will solve it.
I think that you're on the right track, John. My GTR Kawasaki has a vent below the windshield that directs air up behind the screen, and there is no buffeting. My Chad screen does the same thing by being mounted a few centimetres away from the rest of the fairing., and there is no buffeting behind it either.
My '76 Moto Guzzi Convert has a police style barn door fairing and the buffeting behind it is terrible. As I'm (very slowly) rebuilding it, I'll add some spoilers to direct air up behind it. I expect that the buffeting will disappear.
Cheers;
Pogo.
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You promised!!!!!
Originally Posted by RodO
I got my RoboBrackets installed tonight with my 23" BRP screen. Everything bolted together very nicely and after a quick blast up the highway for a road test, it seems great. Mine's black and it looks better than unpainted IMHO. I'll post a photo tomorrow (if I figure out how...).
For the 1st time ryding the Spyder, I heard the motor and the exhaust sound. Can't wait for a longer ryde!
Mark was very good with the questions I had and I highly recommend this product and his service.
NFI,
Rod.
Rod, I am still waiting. Please, get off the Spyder and post your pictures.
Maybe this will help on the how-to;
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...18&postcount=3
Thanks!
Tom
2008 GS SE5 -> 2013 STS SE5 -> 2015 F3-S SE6 . . . Still riding & smiling.
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Originally Posted by Tom in NM
Sorry Tom. Thanks for the info on how to upload photos. It didn't work, so now I've got to figure out how to makes the photos/files smaller. Failing that, I can email them if you want.
Rod.
Ryde safe,
Rod.
'08 GS SM5 Full Moon -- after 15,000km sold May'11
'10 RT A+C SE5 Full Moon -- after 30,700km traded in 2014
'17 RTL Pearl White -- new-to-me in 2023
"I guess its better to bend a valve in Missoula than to lose your mind in Bozeman", my wife said, patting my hand as if to console me. I winced and wondered if Phaedrus ever took the bus." -Peter Egan, Leanings
CanAm Highway goes from Texas along U.S. Route 85 and Interstate 25 into Saskatchewan, Canada.<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CanAm_Highway>
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Originally Posted by RodO
Sorry Tom. Thanks for the info on how to upload photos. It didn't work, so now I've got to figure out how to makes the photos/files smaller. Failing that, I can email them if you want.
Rod.
I can size your photo's and post them if you would like. I want to see how your windshield turned out too!
Happy 2008 SM5 Owner - BRP Sport Rack/Backrest, 23" BRP Ultra Touring Windshield.
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Originally Posted by RodO
Sorry Tom. Thanks for the info on how to upload photos. It didn't work, so now I've got to figure out how to makes the photos/files smaller. Failing that, I can email them if you want.
Rod.
Try PhotoBucket. It hosts your pictures and you can easily link to them from SpyderLovers or any of the forums.
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Originally Posted by bjt
Try PhotoBucket. It hosts your pictures and you can easily link to them from SpyderLovers or any of the forums.
or you can just email them to me Rod, I will load them to my photobucket and post for you. dltang at comcast.net
With Christ all things are possible, so live life with no fears and no worries.
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Pastor Deb Tangen, Missions Director and short term missionary.
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Originally Posted by dltang
or you can just email them to me Rod, I will load them to my photobucket and post for you. dltang at comcast.net
Thanks Deb -- I've emailed 2 photos to you.
Much appreciated,
Rod.
Ryde safe,
Rod.
'08 GS SM5 Full Moon -- after 15,000km sold May'11
'10 RT A+C SE5 Full Moon -- after 30,700km traded in 2014
'17 RTL Pearl White -- new-to-me in 2023
"I guess its better to bend a valve in Missoula than to lose your mind in Bozeman", my wife said, patting my hand as if to console me. I winced and wondered if Phaedrus ever took the bus." -Peter Egan, Leanings
CanAm Highway goes from Texas along U.S. Route 85 and Interstate 25 into Saskatchewan, Canada.<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CanAm_Highway>
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