v8shadow
Road Bike
Alright guys. First of all, let me tell you that even though I am new to the forum, I am one that does my research. Somethimes exhaustive research. That is what led me to the Connie in the first place. I am picking out certain farkles just like everyone else has done ie; Murph's handlebar risers and possibly knee savers, a Rifle windshield, and am still on the hunt for an 86 backrest. Hers's to hoping that DannyL can come through for me on that one!
Now with all that said, I have been searching our forums archives (there really is no better place) for information/reviews on just how people feel about buying and installing the Rifle windshield system on their Concs. Even after HOURS of reading I have yet to see what explains how the rifle is different from all the other windshields that just bolt onto the existing cowling. Even on the Rifle site, there is nothing that explains what makes the Rifle windshield system an actual "system" as opposed to just a windshield. Furthermore, while I am pretty sure that I know how to size up the right windshield for me (windshield height coming up to somewhere between the nose and adam's apple according to Rifle's site) for maximum effectiveness against wind woes along with good visibility over the windshield, I have yet to see anything on our site or any other for that matter that has the passengers comfort against the same wind problems, in mind. So, after all that my questions are as follows.
*What makes the Rifle windshield system, a true "system" of components as opposed to just a windshield that bolts into place? I know it consists of a base that bolts to the cowling and a windshield that bolts to the base....but a "system"??
*What does this system do, and how does it do it, in regards to diminishing the wind problems.
*I see mosts posts referring to the 19" Rifle. Is this the "weapon of choice" among the enthusiasts as far as length choice?
*How does the 19" Rifle do in regards to THE PASSENGER.
*Then there's Cee Bailey which I can get a bit cheaper at Murph's, but again, how does this shield in say.......hmmm.....26.5" do for THE PASSENGER.
I am sick today. I tinkered with my Connie's droopy mirror last night ending at 1AM. From that point on, I have been terribly sick, and am running on less than 4hrs sleep. After today, with nothing but time on my hands (I called off patrol for today) I hope to have most of my farkle research done, with orders being placed very soon. Heck, I even got to speak with Murph personally for a short time. Sounds like a good ol' boy.
Now with all that said, I have been searching our forums archives (there really is no better place) for information/reviews on just how people feel about buying and installing the Rifle windshield system on their Concs. Even after HOURS of reading I have yet to see what explains how the rifle is different from all the other windshields that just bolt onto the existing cowling. Even on the Rifle site, there is nothing that explains what makes the Rifle windshield system an actual "system" as opposed to just a windshield. Furthermore, while I am pretty sure that I know how to size up the right windshield for me (windshield height coming up to somewhere between the nose and adam's apple according to Rifle's site) for maximum effectiveness against wind woes along with good visibility over the windshield, I have yet to see anything on our site or any other for that matter that has the passengers comfort against the same wind problems, in mind. So, after all that my questions are as follows.
*What makes the Rifle windshield system, a true "system" of components as opposed to just a windshield that bolts into place? I know it consists of a base that bolts to the cowling and a windshield that bolts to the base....but a "system"??
*What does this system do, and how does it do it, in regards to diminishing the wind problems.
*I see mosts posts referring to the 19" Rifle. Is this the "weapon of choice" among the enthusiasts as far as length choice?
*How does the 19" Rifle do in regards to THE PASSENGER.
*Then there's Cee Bailey which I can get a bit cheaper at Murph's, but again, how does this shield in say.......hmmm.....26.5" do for THE PASSENGER.
I am sick today. I tinkered with my Connie's droopy mirror last night ending at 1AM. From that point on, I have been terribly sick, and am running on less than 4hrs sleep. After today, with nothing but time on my hands (I called off patrol for today) I hope to have most of my farkle research done, with orders being placed very soon. Heck, I even got to speak with Murph personally for a short time. Sounds like a good ol' boy.