F4 Windshield

[cmarsala]

I've had my F3 2 months now, been enjoying the ride except for the Blue Ridge windshield which doesn't cut it. I'm 6' and I've been reading about the F4 windshield, has anyone installed one and how well does it cut out the wind, the BR allows the wind to smack me right in the eyes.
I've also removed the Cat and replaced it with the Lamonster Garage replacement pipe, I also installed a Big City Thunder baffle in the pipe to put back some of the back pressure it needs to run smooth. So far so good, now if I can get this windshield issue worked out.

[kpeterson]

I've had my F3 2 months now, been enjoying the ride except for the Blue Ridge windshield which doesn't cut it. I'm 6' and I've been reading about the F4 windshield, has anyone installed one and how well does it cut out the wind, the BR allows the wind to smack me right in the eyes.
I've also removed the Cat and replaced it with the Lamonster Garage replacement pipe, I also installed a Big City Thunder baffle in the pipe to put back some of the back pressure it needs to run smooth. So far so good, now if I can get this windshield issue worked out.

If you've read any of the F4 posts you should know everything about it already. I've had mine on now for about 500 miles and I can truthfully say its the best money I've spent on my F3 so far. I can actually ride at any speed with my visor up and I don't get blasted with the wind. I ride with it full up in the winter now and will lower it for summer. Absolutely worth every penney.
Ken

[fencepost]

Had the BR and like so many replaced it with the F4. I'm 6'1" " and went with the 28" as I like to look over the windshield. I have what I call a calm wind around me but no buffeting at any speed.

[rditsch]

I have had mine since the end of June and placed 8000 miles with it. I'm 6'1" and love it. I have Morris a slant than the standard factory setup. The shorter will let you look over the top. I have enjoyed listening to music and taking phone calls. Not even possible with the Blue Ridge.

FYI the main mounts are great for speaker mounts too.

See the attached picture from July 7. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1450722998.826821.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1450723084.616907.jpg


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[jcthorne]

Since you already have the BR, I really recommend you take a look at the Gustovsen replacement shield. It looks much better on the bike than the F4 as the brackets are OEM and look such.... I am very pleased with the improved ride quietness and lack of buffeting.

[cmarsala]

Do you have there web address, I googled it an come up empty. Thanks for the help

Since you already have the BR, I really recommend you take a look at the Gustovsen replacement shield. It looks much better on the bike than the F4 as the brackets are OEM and look such.... I am very pleased with the improved ride quietness and lack of buffeting.

[ca8920]

Do you have there web address, I googled it an come up empty. Thanks for the help

Here you go..... I love mine and they are much cheaper than the F4.
http://bikescreen.com/collections/can-am/Spyder

[F4 Customs]

Thanks for all of the great reviews on our product for the F3. For those that don't know the F4 windshields are optically perfect, shed rain and are Highly Scratch Resistant. We make them from a high grade of polycarbonate so they won't break or shatter keeping you safe.
Again thanks for all or your great review and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Don Frank

[WIDOWSSON]

....ARE YOUR ELKA SHOCKS ON UPSIDE DOWN?

Since you already have the BR, I really recommend you take a look at the Gustovsen replacement shield. It looks much better on the bike than the F4 as the brackets are OEM and look such.... I am very pleased with the improved ride quietness and lack of buffeting.

[jcthorne]

....ARE YOUR ELKA SHOCKS ON UPSIDE DOWN?

No, they are installed according to Elka instructions. They actually will not fit on the F3 the other direction.

[WIDOWSSON]

MINE ARE REVERSE OF THE STOCK SHOCKS.

https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTlE2Da8qx4uLPbGw-MaBu8vfjs1XvtlRAcfw2xEYbJqhcChECb[/IMG];1073645]No, they are installed according to Elka instructions. They actually will not fit on the F3 the other direction.

[WIDOWSSON]

MINE ARE REVERSE OF THE STOCK SHOCKS.

[jcthorne]

Thats not on an F3. Is yours? Front suspension is entirely different. Just to be sure I sent John at Elka an email asking. Will report back if I need to flip mine but I am pretty sure they would not fit the other way. The adjustment screw would hit if it were up top.

[Steamer]

I installed my Elka Shocks on my F3 in the opposite direction of the ones displayed in your photo on the blue F3. If I installed them the way you have them, I could not access the preload setting. Do you have the "stage 2" shocks?
if you get any info from John on the proper installation, please post.
thanks

[jcthorne]

I installed my Elka Shocks on my F3 in the opposite direction of the ones displayed in your photo on the blue F3. If I installed them the way you have them, I could not access the preload setting. Do you have the "stage 2" shocks?
if you get any info from John on the proper installation, please post.
thanks

I have the stage 2. The adjustment screw on the shock end (on the bottom on mine) is why I could not install them the other way. The screw sticks out the side and hit the mount. But if yours fit that way it must work. Perhaps I was in a hurry and mistook something. I'll wait to hear back from John but sounds like I may be flipping them. No big deal.

[farmer4ia]

Had the same problem. Hated the cost but love it got the 32 inch im 6 2. sold old one on ebay.

[jcthorne]

I installed my Elka Shocks on my F3 in the opposite direction of the ones displayed in your photo on the blue F3. If I installed them the way you have them, I could not access the preload setting. Do you have the "stage 2" shocks?
if you get any info from John on the proper installation, please post.
thanks

Heard back from John. on the f3 they are to be installed spring up. I posted his complete response in a new thread as this one is supposed to be about windshields.

[WIDOWSSON]

I was just asking a question. Forgive me for not using proper Forum manners.

Heard back from John. on the f3 they are to be installed spring up. I posted his complete response in a new thread as this one is supposed to be about windshields.

[jcthorne]

I was just asking a question. Forgive me for not using proper Forum manners.

Very sorry, I was not meaning to scold. Heck I was as guilty as anyone. Just wanted to post the complete answer where someone might find it if they searched.

Have a Merry Christmas.

[ERuther1]

how tall are u ? im 6ft 3 20 inch high is the biggest they make f4 makes 28 and 32 like the looks of this one better just want to make sure it will work for me. could I trouble u for a measurement from top down to top of cluster? like to keep my chrome trim. Thanks

Since you already have the BR, I really recommend you take a look at the Gustovsen replacement shield. It looks much better on the bike than the F4 as the brackets are OEM and look such.... I am very pleased with the improved ride quietness and lack of buffeting.

[Mikind7]

I'm 6'4" and with the 32" F4 the wind hit me square in the face. Went with Gustaffson and now I look just over so I'm happy. I have a 32" F4 for sale.