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F4 vs Cal Scientific windshields
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Pampurrs
Pragmatic Member
Judging by the research I did before I purchased mine, they're both very good shields and you can't go wrong either way you go. I went with the F4, mainly because I was impressed by the steel wool test and the hammer test they have on their website. The F4 is a bit pricier than the Cal Scientific, but I spent the extra money.
I have an RT, but I've heard some complaints about the way they mount on the F3.
I'm sure you'll hear lots of different opinions in this thread, but this is just my two cents worth.
Pam
I have an RT, but I've heard some complaints about the way they mount on the F3.
I'm sure you'll hear lots of different opinions in this thread, but this is just my two cents worth.
Pam
Peteoz
Well-known member
Mikind, do you have an F3 Limited like the OP? The F4 screen just mounts using the stock mount system on them so it doesn't look much different to stock apart from the height and width.
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?96342-F3-New-Video-of-the-F4-Windshields
Pete
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I have tried three different windshield and the F 4 is the best. I do not mind the mounting brackets Which allows you to adjust the height.adjustable. I am 5'9" and ordered the large size and ride I be lowest position. I do not experience any buffeting. Best of all there is no back pressure even at speeds exceeding speeds of 75 mph. The quality of the shield is excellent. It is thick and dos not wiggle. I can definitely recommend the F4
I have tried three different windshield and the F 4 is the best. I do not mind the mounting brackets Which allows you to adjust the height.adjustable. I am 5'9" and ordered the large size and ride I be lowest position. I do not experience any buffeting. Best of all there is no back pressure even at speeds exceeding speeds of 75 mph. The quality of the shield is excellent. It is thick and dos not wiggle. I can definitely recommend the F4
ABQSpyder
Member
Windshields are like seats oil and all the other stuff people think is the best. It's all about you and your needs and your style of riding!
I've had Calsci on my last three rides A BMW, RT and now my F3.
My shield of choice and I won't tell you what to buy.
Good luck in your search.
I've had Calsci on my last three rides A BMW, RT and now my F3.
My shield of choice and I won't tell you what to buy.
Good luck in your search.
This info not valid for his F3 Limited. Completely different mounting system using the OEM mounting brackets. The height is not adjustable. Watch the F4 video to help picking the right length shield.
Rick
Mikind7
New member
I have a 2015 so you have to go with the F4 mounts.
Peteoz
Well-known member
Yes, but the Limited was only introduced in 2016, and new F4 shields were made specifically for it. That's why they now say -
"The shield mounts with your existing hardware"
.......you may not have liked it on your 2015, but the OP is asking about a 2016 Limited.
Pete
Nyparrothead
New member
Try cleaning the cal with a paper towel a few times or just about any other shield for that matter, scratch city... F4 has a video of theirs being cleaned with steel wool!
The F4 is the highest quality shield on the market and in this case, you get what you pay for
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