Lets discuss Windshields that make your passenger happy.

[no chrome]

my wife and I went for our 1st interstate run this past weekend.
up till now we were doing in town riding to get into the comfort zone on how the Spyder rides and handles.
Living in Florida we normally ride with 1/2 helmets and our current windy is the "blue ridge".
well...at highway speeds the Wind Noise not the wind itself is excruciating for the passenger.
we switched spots and the wind noise for the passenger is unbearable.
we've thought about earplugs/ear muffs but that's a bandaid and not a solution.
on a cold day(which is rare) this wont be a problem as we would wear full face helmets.
the windshield is fine for the pilot and the blue ridge looks good and gives the Spyder a balanced look,IMO.
is there a windy that will help with the passenger and WONT make me look like I'm 90 years old?:dontknow:
to large of a windshield and I might as well take the darn car.
thanks,mark

BTW...I have the F3 idler wheel and neither of us felt any vibration at 75 mph:yes:

 

[pegasus1300]

Am I correct that you have a Blue Ridge windshield on an F3? Is this shorter then stock?

 

[blacklightning]

Am I correct that you have a Blue Ridge windshield on an F3? Is this shorter then stock?

F3 does not come stock, with a windshield.

 

[pegasus1300]

thank you,my bad

 

[jcasey]

I have a Madstat on my F3. It is great and has a lot of adjustment.:thumbup:

 

[no chrome]

I have a Madstat on my F3. It is great and has a lot of adjustment.:thumbup:

do you have any experience riding 2 up as far as any input from the passenger??
are there different heights on the Madstad windys?
any pictures installed in the uppermost vertical position???as i think this might help move some air off of the passenger.

 

[MadStad Engineering]

MadStad Adjustable windshield system

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If you have any questions just give us a call (352)848-3056 is my direct phone line. Names Jerry!

 

[HayRog]

Us here at MadStad would love the chance to help you with this issue. Not to mention that we are giving forum members a 15% discount.
Come and check us out, you won't be disappointed. http://www.madstad.com/s.nl/sc.7/category.13866/.f
If you have any questions just give us a call (352)848-3056 is my direct phone line. Names Jerry!

Great offer :thumbup:, and only 90+ miles from St Cloud

 

[Cruzr Joe]

I have the F4 25" windshield to make my passenger happy, no helmet buffeting and looks good.

http://f4customs.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=88_113&product_id=372

Any questions? give f4 a call and they will be happy to help and i think they are running a special holiday sale

Cruzr Joe

 

[Peteoz]

I have the F4 25" windshield to make my passenger happy, no helmet buffeting and looks good.

http://f4customs.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=88_113&product_id=372

Any questions? give f4 a call and they will be happy to help and i think they are running a special holiday sale

Cruzr Joe

......but does it make you look 90 years old, Joe?:roflblack:

I have the same on my F3 Limited and while it makes me look about 100, I'm prepared to wear that because it works. I'm past caring about what people think or say about my rides as long as they work for me. There are a number of screens like F4 and Madstad (and others) that will work for you and your passenger, Mark, but the trouble is, they must be tall to have an effect......unless you can possibly find one with a lip......and even then......

It may be necessary to choose function over form. The 25" F4 provides great noise/wind protection for me and my passenger, but the F3 Limited has slightly different front end protection to the F3. Sorry, I know that doesn't give you a solution, but hopefully helps a little.

Pete

 

[no chrome]

I didn't mean for that comment to be a negative as I'm no spring chicken myself.
its just that the BR windy looks and works fine for 1 person as we are both short.
its just riding 2 up for the passenger the wind noise is the issue.

 

[Cruzr Joe]

......but does it make you look 90 years old, Joe?:roflblack:

I have the same on my F3 Limited and while it makes me look about 100, I'm prepared to wear that because it works. I'm past caring about what people think or say about my rides as long as they work for me. There are a number of screens like F4 and Madstad (and others) that will work for you and your passenger, Mark, but the trouble is, they must be tall to have an effect......unless you can possibly find one with a lip......and even then......

It may be necessary to choose function over form. The 25" F4 provides great noise/wind protection for me and my passenger, but the F3 Limited has slightly different front end protection to the F3. Sorry, I know that doesn't give you a solution, but hopefully helps a little.

Pete

I am more about comfort than other peoples opinion, i like the F4 windshield and think it looks good also

Cruzr joe

 

[Peteoz]

I didn't mean for that comment to be a negative as I'm no spring chicken myself.
its just that the BR windy looks and works fine for 1 person as we are both short.
its just riding 2 up for the passenger the wind noise is the issue.

Hahaha.....I certainly didn't read it as negative, Mark.....I was just having a bit of fun with it:thumbup: hyea:

 

[armyspydervet]

I'm 43 y/o and have the 25" F4. While I could care less about what people think of me, when I put the 25" on, I was like, "whoa, that's a big windshield." While I certainly do not regret the purchase, I should have went with the 23". If you buy an F4, and I highly recommend them, make sure you watch their video on sizing before you buy.

 

[F4 Customs]

From F4 Customs

Here at F4 Customs we offer a windshield made from High Optics Polycarbonate that is highly scratch resistant even with steel wool, sheds rain and is optically perfect. We can make the size that is just right for you and your co rider in either tint or clear. We have a sale on right now of 15% off and would love to earn your business.
Don Frank
F4 Customs
www.f4customs.com

 

[no chrome]

I'm 43 y/o and have the 25" F4. While I could care less about what people think of me, when I put the 25" on, I was like, "whoa, that's a big windshield." While I certainly do not regret the purchase, I should have went with the 23". If you buy an F4, and I highly recommend them, make sure you watch their video on sizing before you buy.

Why don't you have your windy shaved down 2"?