Looking for suggestions for a C14 summer windshield

[Charliedog]

Yes, I know it is not that time of year, but I would like to get an early start on my research.  I've now had my 2013 C14 for over two years and overall really like it, except in really hot weather riding there is too much wind protection-even with the stock windshield all the way down. 

If anyone has tried a low windshield, please speak up.  I'd rather not cut down the stock one.

TIA

 

[Road Runner]

Stating the obvious, guess you could remove it during the really hot weather, unless you still want the ability to raise it now and then. Just saying ...

 

[gsun]

Copperdawg

http://www.copperdawg.com/c14sportscreen.html

 

[56taskforce]

+1 on the Copper Dawg, here is mine... https://photos.app.goo.gl/NyN6THvjknPATEkn6

 

[pilgrim]

I've have the Cal Sci Tinted Shorty.  http://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/Concoursprod.html

 

[connie_rider]

I have a MRA Vario {tinted}. Shorter than the OEM with smoother air flow.
The vent on top allows you to direct the air however you choose;
  towards you for the summer,  away from you if raining or cold,  or tucked in flat for looks/speed.
https://www.twistedthrottle.com/mra-variotouring-screen-windshield-for-kawasaki-concours-gtr1400-08

Ride safe, Ted

 

[Flamed86]

2nd on what connie-rider said.  I have the same set-up and love it.

Dan

 

[Tundra]

+3 on the MRA Vario tinted shorty.

 

[Just Cliff]

2nd on what connie-rider said.  I have the same set-up and love it.

Dan

I'll 3rd that! The MRA is even smaller the the stock 08 - 09 shields which are smaller than the 10 & up. Add Madstad brackets & you'll get a ton of smooth air.

Ted rode my bike & then proceeded to buy a MRA. 

Okay I'll 4th that, Tundra was typing at the same time I was.  :motonoises:

 

[Charby]

Yes. What Ted said. Living in Arizona it's great when it's hot out. Dang, did I just agree with Ted? :-[

 

[Conrad]

Yes, I know it is not that time of year, but I would like to get an early start on my research.  I've now had my 2013 C14 for over two years and overall really like it, except in really hot weather riding there is too much wind protection-even with the stock windshield all the way down. 

If anyone has tried a low windshield, please speak up.  I'd rather not cut down the stock one.

TIA

What's wrong with a cut down stocker? It works great when the temps are high.

The CalSci tinted shorty also works great.

 

[56taskforce]

Yes, I know it is not that time of year, but I would like to get an early start on my research.  I've now had my 2013 C14 for over two years and overall really like it, except in really hot weather riding there is too much wind protection-even with the stock windshield all the way down. 

If anyone has tried a low windshield, please speak up.  I'd rather not cut down the stock one.

TIA

What's wrong with a cut down stocker? It works great when the temps are high.

WOW! Looks great nice job, I really like the look of the tinted cut down stocker....

 

[Charliedog]

Thanks for all the suggestions.  I lean toward the Cal Sci shorty, but have plenty of time to decide.

 

[kzz1king]

I have the MRA Vario also. It works for me if it 98 or 38. Good screen.
Wayne

 

[Egodriver71]

Stock '08-'09 works great here in FL

 

[Conrad]

Yes, I know it is not that time of year, but I would like to get an early start on my research.  I've now had my 2013 C14 for over two years and overall really like it, except in really hot weather riding there is too much wind protection-even with the stock windshield all the way down. 

If anyone has tried a low windshield, please speak up.  I'd rather not cut down the stock one.

TIA

What's wrong with a cut down stocker? It works great when the temps are high.

WOW! Looks great nice job, I really like the look of the tinted cut down stocker....

Thanks!

 

[ghostrider990]

A little OT:

How well does the MRA and Madstad work in cooler temps??

Specifically I'm thinking about arms and hands.

thanks.
gr

 

[Konehead34]

Hey ted or cliff...post a picture of your bikes screen(s) ......pleeeaaasseee...

 

[kzz1king]

I have used mine in 40 degree or less a lot. My arms are fine but I have a electric liner on at those temps. Cant say for my hands as I have handgaurds that sit between the shield and the mirror. I have a feeling it wont protect the hands much.
Wayne

A little OT:

How well does the MRA and Madstad work in cooler temps??

Specifically I'm thinking about arms and hands.

thanks.
gr

 

[connie_rider]

Konehead, you know I'm too dumb to post pictures.  :-[
How about an old post?  :great:

Look this discussion over. Included are pictures of my bike with the 2 different muffler systems that I tried..
{Replies #200, 201, 209}
http://forum.cog-online.org/concours-14-zg1400-general-chat-and-tech/zx-14-or-zx-14r-exhaust-for-a-c-14/200/

{Sorry, no frontal's. I'm bashful}  :rotflmao:

Ride safe, Ted

 

[Just Cliff]

A little OT:

How well does the MRA and Madstad work in cooler temps??

Specifically I'm thinking about arms and hands.

thanks.
gr

I normally take my brackets off for winter use, they let a ton of air in. Put handguards on for winter use.

Hey ted or cliff...post a picture of your bikes screen(s) ......pleeeaaasseee...

Like Ted I'm not smart enough. I can't even get them from the camera to the computer, much less resize them. However I did find one already on the computer & resized I can post. It's winter shot so Madstad brackets are not installed. Also the reason it washed inside! 

These shields are shorter than stock 08 & 09 shields. !8" - 19" tall I believe.

I can take some better ones today once my wife is home to resize & load on computer for me.

 

[Konehead34]

I feel ur pain boys....I'm also too old to go tech savvy, but I appreciate the pics u posted...

 

[Just Cliff]

I feel ur pain boys....I'm also too old to go tech savvy, but I appreciate the pics u posted...

Got some taken, been raining for 2 days so I had to take them inside. Shield is much smaller than it appears in pics. Hope these help.

 

[Konehead34]

Thanks for the picture posting cliff....I guessing the brackets the screen are attached to smooth out the buffetting...?

 

[Just Cliff]

Thanks for the picture posting cliff....I guessing the brackets the screen are attached to smooth out the buffetting...?

Yes, those are Madstad brackets. You can see where the knobs are, that lets the shield tilt back & forth. So you have a lots of adjustability. Tilted all the way back gives you more wind blast. More forward it's tilted up, directs it over your head more. Set at about 3/4 forward as I have mine & all the way up it's nearly silent. I typically leave it down.

 

[oxnard]

Just throwing up some more examples... I cut down my stocker for the summer. It flows alot of air. For most of the swing seasons here in Minnesota, I'm running my CalSci Wide Large cause it's quiet (full up) and flows enough in the full down position.

 

[connie_rider]

Looks good..

Ride safe, Ted