Windshield suggestions and comments

[Dirtstiff's F6B]

I'm same dimension as you OP

I'm happy with Bagger adjustable. Takes less than 5 minutes to install the top section.

When I got my bike there weren't as many great options available.

I'd also look into Clear views flip windshields. Both are available through our site sponsors.

You will be happy with any of the sponsors shields compared to the shorty OEM.

Opinions will vary.
J

[royr]

I'm same dimension as you OP

I'm happy with Bagger adjustable. Takes less than 5 minutes to install the top section.

When I got my bike there weren't as many great options available.

I'd also look into Clear views flip windshields. Both are available through our site sponsors.

You will be happy with any of the sponsors shields compared to the shorty OEM.

Opinions will vary.
J

Do you look over the WS when you have the top section mounted up?
Where does the wind hit you with the top section mounted down?

I test rode a F6B with a 11" Baggershield mounted in the higher 12 1/2" position and the wind hit me at eye level. I was surprised that with that setup how pleasant the ride was. But it was a nice sunny day. Have you ridden in the rain with the adjustable Baggershield?

[Dirtstiff's F6B]

Do you look over the WS when you have the top section mounted up?
Where does the wind hit you with the top section mounted down?

I test rode a F6B with a 11" Baggershield mounted in the higher 12 1/2" position and the wind hit me at eye level. I was surprised that with that setup how pleasant the ride was. But it was a nice sunny day. Have you ridden in the rain with the adjustable Baggershield?

I do not look over the top section without stretching.
It's fine to look through and my passenger says its a must have.. very calm for driver. Hear stereo at all speeds.

Wind is over my head cleanly and comfortably with top section off. Perfect for solo riding. I just look over the top..
It can be mounted about 3/4 of an inch high or low in the fairing.

Mine is pulled all the way up in the mount. Might be the difference we are talking about with top - shield height. Measures about 12 3/4" from the seal to top.

I try not to ride in rain but in the NWet, hard to do. Bagger shield with extension keeps rider completely dry in front and is good protection for passenger.
Short section is also pretty good to hunker behind.

Bagger's Shield works very well for me in all applications and it fit my $ budget.

Good luck in your decision and enjoy the new bike.
J

[Bruce B]

I am 5’11 1/2” and have an inseam of 30”, which means my torso is on the long side.

I am trying to decide on which windshield to put on my F6B. I have read most the posts on windshields, but I have found that frequently the poster does not include their height and inseam length. This makes it very hard to determine if their comments on the windshield apply to my height and torso size. Also, I am new to the idea of riding with a short WS, but since riding a F6B with a stock and Baggershield 11”, I am warming up to the idea, but I am still concerned about the rain and bug protection (any comments?). I prefer a WS with a vent or is short enough reduce the buffeting, back pressure, cooling, and wider than stock.

I am considering the following WSs:

Baggershield – adjustable 11”-19”, Touring 19” with vent
Clearview - Touring with recurve, and vent
MadStad
Windbender HP-HPS, with or without electric option
MP3 – electric
Stock GL1800 with vent
Others - if you have a suggestion on another WS, please post it.

Thanks for any help you can provide.

I'm 5'10" with a 30 inch inseam. I have an 11 inch Madstad and find it to be very quiet while offering great wind and bug protection. No buffet. I'm looking well over the top of the shield so there is never the problem of trying to see through a dirty, bug smeared shield while driving into a setting sun or car headlights. When I was running a competitive 11" fixed shield, I took a ton of bug hits on the helmet. Not so with the Madstad. Best shield I've ever had.

[royr]

I think the bug hits might be a problem for me with the short WS. I the summer we have a lot of bugs around there. I really do not want to be cleaning my face shield all the time.

[Big Jay]

I'm also 5'11" with 30" inseam and I have the windbender HPS non electric, 13" upper shield. It does rattle a little over rough road but you can adjust the rails so that it doesn't, I just haven't got around to it yet. the wind protection is good and adjustable ,haven't ridden in the rain yet so can't comment on that. The electric op. about dubbles the cost though. Hope this is of some help. Probably can't go to wrong with any of the shields on your list.

[royr]

Any Clearview owners out there?

[1951vbs]

I think the bug hits might be a problem for me with the short WS. I the summer we have a lot of bugs around there. I really do not want to be cleaning my face shield all the time.

I keep a small spray bottle of McGuire's quick detailer and a soft rag in the left side cubby box just for bug removal as I ride down the road.

[Tbone56]

I am 5'-10" and a 30" inseam. I started off with a 11" Cee Bailey dark tint no vent. I thought it looked good and it provided very good wind protection. I have also tried the 13" Cee Bailey, 11" Baggershield, and a 14" Clearview Sport and 14" Sport Tour (wider). Frankly I could not tell a whole lot of difference between any of them and thought the 11" Cee Bailey was just as good if not better. Today I installed my 11" Madstad and it seems to provide the best wind protection, smoother air flow, and less turbulence. Even though it is an 11" shield, at the lowest settings it is a little higher and I don't look over it quite as much as the 11" Cee Bailey.

I have found it somewhat difficult to really tell the difference between one shield and another, and I was starting to think that there would always be some wind and a little buffeting because the rider on an F6B sits so far from the shield. Trying pick a shield based on other riders experience is also difficult because there are so many different variables, such as rider height, inseam, seat selection, handlebar modifications, and highway pegs. I ride with a Mustang seat, Ergo II highway pegs, and Show Chrome and MBL risers which bring the bars back and up, so I think my riding position is somewhat back and even farther from the windshield.

[Bruce B]

I think the bug hits might be a problem for me with the short WS. I the summer we have a lot of bugs around there. I really do not want to be cleaning my face shield all the time.

No problem with the Madstad. Probably not with most of the others either as long as they are tall enough.