Windshields?

[Dat Guy]

Hi all. I have a question about the windshield for the 2013 RT. It comes with one that has two holes in the bottom of the shield in front of the bracket, like this:

I'm pretty happy with the one I have now, but it's about to get really hot where I live and I'm wondering if switching to the vented windshield would be a notable improvement over the one pictured above. This is the vented one I'm talking about:

So, can anyone give me any input on their experiences using both, and if it's worth the nearly $400 investment? Thanks!

 

[warp10]

The biggest improvement with the vented one is less wind buffeting on your helmet. You don't really feel the wind through the vent slots, it comes through but not like a blast. A better idea would be to add the moveable wind deflectors just below the mirrors.

 

[Dan McNally]

A friend just installed a Gold Wing adjustable vent into his 2014 RT windshield . . . he described the process at the Can Am Spyder Owners facebook page, with a series of photos . . . https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=745320945508897&set=pcb.10152282205876904&type=1&theater I also believe that folks here have discussed the same thing . . . much cheaper than a new windshield.

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree: Those two little vent windows do a real nice job of reducing buffeting! :thumbup:
And the adjustable lower air deflectors; a GREAT job of bringing some airflow back onto the rider! :2thumbs:

 

[F4 Customs]

Vented shield.....

Here are a couple of shots of vented shields provided by happy customers. The adjustable vent is a real plus for helping to eliminate buffeting, especially on the Plus 3 which is 3" taller and 5" wider. If you want a vented or tinted shield, let your fingers do the walking, call F4 Customs!

 

[PW2013STL]

Here are a couple of shots of vented shields provided by happy customers. The adjustable vent is a real plus for helping to eliminate buffeting, especially on the Plus 3 which is 3" taller and 5" wider. If you want a vented or tinted shield, let your fingers do the walking, call F4 Customs!

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Just got mine (wide sport with vent) yesterday. You guys ship fast since I ordered it on Monday. Have not mounted it yet due to the Spyder being apart for other farkles that are being added. The sheild looks fantastic and I am looking forward to my first ride with it.

 

[samewok]

I have had one for almost a year. I agree with Warp 10.

 

[lookerjdc]

The biggest improvement with the vented one is less wind buffeting on your helmet. You don't really feel the wind through the vent slots, it comes through but not like a blast. A better idea would be to add the moveable wind deflectors just below the mirrors.

:agree: