Gustafsson Windshield for my F3

[RICZ]

Hello Ricz, You purchased longer screws to complete the installation? My concern was that the stock screws might be too short if the windshield is any thicker than the stock shield. It would seem that if this is the case, then the vendor would supply them or at least provide a source for them. Also, I thought that based upon the diagram on the vendor's website that the predrilled holes would line up with the new shield? Am I mistaken? Thanks again for your help. My shield has been shipped.

Since I had to add 1/4" spacers under the windshield, I assumed I needed longer screws. It turned out that I didn't, but I bought a set (thanks Ace Hardware) after ordering the w/s, so I used them.
Re the holes; They were a little too short - maybe by 1/4" or so - so I connected one side, leaving the screws a bit loose and I pressed down on the plastic to spread it and inserted the other screws. Sometime after that, I needed to remove the w/s and it had taken a set to the correct spacing!
It didn't bother me that I bought the screws, when the w/s cost only $160 shipped. Now if it cost twice that, as many others do, I would expect they be supplied. I am pleased that I got to use the stock chrome brackets and not have to use additional black ones.

 

[F4 Customs]

F4 Customs windshields for the Ryker

F4 Customs offers a great windshield for the Ryker with a recurve in both clear and tint. We currently offer a 16" shield and soon will have the 13" shield also. This comes with all of the mounting hardware ready to mount. You can give us a call at 941.347-7496. Check our the video done by Knight Ryker

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[Deputy Dog]

I have emailed twice to F4 customs with no return yet. I am interested in the smaller windshield, but I thought it was a 12". That's what it says on there website and also slingmods website not that is big difference. Must be they have changed sizes for some reason. Would like to know when soon is. This is for my wife's Ryker, she is only 5'3" so the 16" is to tall for her to look over. Hopefully the 12 or 13" which will be perfect. I have also looked at the Madstad 18". I may have to try that first since they have a return policy and F4 does not.

 

[troop]

I have emailed twice to F4 customs with no return yet. I am interested in the smaller windshield, but I thought it was a 12". That's what it says on there website and also slingmods website not that is big difference. Must be they have changed sizes for some reason. Would like to know when soon is. This is for my wife's Ryker, she is only 5'3" so the 16" is to tall for her to look over. Hopefully the 12 or 13" which will be perfect. I have also looked at the Madstad 18". I may have to try that first since they have a return policy and F4 does not.

Madstad 14" not too tall, yet it adjusts a bit up/down/forward/back. Only pix with ebay deflector..

 

[F4 Customs]

We are in production now on the shorter shield and we went with this size after more testing. I expect 2-3 weeks at max for delivery.

I have emailed twice to F4 customs with no return yet. I am interested in the smaller windshield, but I thought it was a 12". That's what it says on there website and also slingmods website not that is big difference. Must be they have changed sizes for some reason. Would like to know when soon is. This is for my wife's Ryker, she is only 5'3" so the 16" is to tall for her to look over. Hopefully the 12 or 13" which will be perfect. I have also looked at the Madstad 18". I may have to try that first since they have a return policy and F4 does not.

 

[SPYD3R]

Johnny;
i've mounted my 7JUROCK on my new F3, and it's far superior to the Gust shield... with the GUST, you need to drill the mounting holes, the 7 shield is drilled and it fit PERFECT... it's also wider than the GUST... i did a 100+ mile ride today, and it's just awesome... i got the 27" version and tinted SMOKE, $180 USD and i'm happy as a pig in poop...
Dan P
Easley, SC, USA
SPYD3R

 

[Spyderman2018]

A pic would be nice.......

 

[SPYD3R]

A pic would be nice.......

how about 2 pix.....

 

[Spyderman2018]

Thanks man! Very nice! I may have to grab one......

 

[SPYD3R]

Thanks man! Very nice! I may have to grab one......

you are WELCOMED my very newest best unknown friend.....
Dan P
SPYD3R

 

[Phloid]

Sorry, I'm a little late to this discussion.

I bought the 19" Gustafsson Sport Tourer for my 2018 F3 Limited. I'm just shy of 5'11" and the wind hits me on the forehead. There isn't much wind noise but to be fair, I've never tried the Spyder with another windshield (I put this on immediately after buying the bike). I clean the windscreen pretty vigorously and haven't had a blemish yet. The bugs occasionally hit my forehead but never lower. The windshield mounted very quickly using the existing holes and hardware. It literally took a couple minutes in my case. It's nice listening to the stereo speakers at highway speed without the need to crank the volume too high (I normally wear custom fit earbuds on the highway).

I look just over the windshield while seated so the tint isn't a problem.





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Hope this helps. I'm sure you'll be happy with whatever you choose.

 

[F4 Customs]

The F4 Customs windshield is made from High Optics Polycarbonate and is hard coated with our proprietary coating which makes it extremely scratch resistant, cleans with paper towels and any glass cleaner and is optically perfect. We only make our shields from polycarbonate and not acrylic.

 

[RICZ]

Does your windshield have a flip/reverse curve at the top? That really helps to lift the wind over your head.

 

[F4 Customs]

The Ryker does but the RT and F3 does not

 

[Ndv21]

Johnny;
i've mounted my 7JUROCK on my new F3, and it's far superior to the Gust shield... with the GUST, you need to drill the mounting holes, the 7 shield is drilled and it fit PERFECT... it's also wider than the GUST... i did a 100+ mile ride today, and it's just awesome... i got the 27" version and tinted SMOKE, $180 USD and i'm happy as a pig in poop...
Dan P
Easley, SC, USA
SPYD3R

I'm considering the 7JUROCK as well. You mentioned you got the 27" version. Mind me asking how tall are you? I'm at 5'11" and my "new-to-me" F3 came with the route 129 shield. My head is blasted by the wind like nobody's business.

 

[sKiZo]

Anybody with a shield that still allows buffeting might want to consider adding Saeng Ta "stealth edging". Gives you an extra virtual two inches of shield height ... I love the stuff. They sell it by the foot, so you can fit any shield.

PS - Stuff's press fit and grips tight on a standard thickness shield. I've had a couple shields that were too thin, so I just padded the edge out with a couple layers of black electrical tape first. You'll also want to make sure your shield is mounted solidly as the edging does add some wind loading ...

 

[sKiZo]

WARNING > > Off topic. <G>

Your trailer rig looks nice. How's it track? I've got a similar rig and wondering how well it would work on a Ryker for short in state hauls. The Royal doesn't break a sweat, but has twice the power and weight. Fully loaded, we're talking a couple hundred pounds anyway.

 

[kennygee]

I have the stock windshield and got the wind spoiler on top and it works fine on regular roads....
haven't tried it on the highway yet but I still may go with the 7jurock 27 inch windscreen just to make sure my better half is not getting that back wind on her helmet...lol...happy wife happy life...hyea:

 

[RICZ]

I still may go with the 7jurock 27 inch windscreen just to make sure my better half is not getting that back wind on her helmet...lol...happy wife happy life...hyea:

They will make you one 9" wider and the stock brackets can still be used. I'm also 5-11 and a 27" would be over my head. If you don't mind looking through a w/s rather that over it, go with it. A 21" with a flip will shoot the wind well over your head.

 

[delkhouri]

For those of you that have the 7jurock, where did you get your mounting hardware? It doesn’t come with any and I don’t want to buy a route129 or blue ridge windshield just for the mounting hardware.