Cut Down NS EX Shield
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Gingersdaddy_imp
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which tools you use to cut / ground the plexiglass?CIP57_imp said:
As mentioned, i used a jigsaw with a fine metal blade and sanded with a palm vibrating sander with med than fine paper. I used masking tape on both sides of the shield.
CIP57,
How tall are you? I just ordered the EX and have been researching the install and cut down. I'm 6'1" and trying to see about how much I may need to cut.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Gingersdaddy, I wouldn't think you would need to remove any at 6'1". I am 5'6 and the wind hits me in the eyes. At 7" taller I would think you'd be good as is. Suggest you install low close to headlight shell and then take it for a ride before doing any cutting.
Gingersdaddy_imp
Running like a top
Thanks, I'll try it as is, set low and see how it does.The ferret_imp said:
Gingersdaddy_imp
Running like a top
Ok, so I got out today and tied the new EX shield out, even with in ear ear buds the noise was unbearable. I stood up on the pegs to get a feel for how much I may need to trim off. Came back and took 1 1/4" off. Still terrible noise. Took another 1" 1/4 off. Better but not quite there yet, but had to stop for the day. So I'm at 2 1/2" and 13 3/4" from the ign. to the top. When I stood up off the seat the last time it felt like maybe another 1 to 1 1/4" may need to come off.
I caught the wife in the front yard when I got back and threw her my phone for a couple of pic's.
I caught the wife in the front yard when I got back and threw her my phone for a couple of pic's.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Wow Im really surprised that you are having to cut that much off, but if memory serves me we seem to have the most satisfied riders with the top of the shield 9 to 10 1/2 inches above the ign . Ok looked thru some past threads and it was 8 1/2 to 10" above ign to top edge of shield.
Bike looks good btw...and you are not a little guy are you?
At any rate, when you get it where you are happy with it, measure to ign and let us know what that figure is.
Bike looks good btw...and you are not a little guy are you?
At any rate, when you get it where you are happy with it, measure to ign and let us know what that figure is.
rboe
Road warrior
Tilt it back instead of cutting it. I did that, huge help.
Gingersdaddy_imp
Running like a top
Ok, I will tilt it before I make another cut. Thanks,Rboe_imp said:
IndianRider_imp
Running like a top
I'm trying to fine tune my NC deflector shield and I'm pretty close to my preference esp at freeway speeds
Disclaimer : this is how I set up my tilt on an empty private road and am only sharing my experience only and do not recommend it on public roads ..
Loosen the front knobs that set the angle of the shield and once you get up to about 50,60 or 70 mph use your left hand to change the tilt of the screen and try to find the position that you like at a given speed .. Lock the shield knobs to your liking ..
After trying to set up the shields on numerous bikes in the past, my assumption is that there will never be perfect setup for all conditions and each day is a different variable / riding condition .. Getting close is pretty good for me .. I feel that trying to block the wind AND reducing the buffeting/ helmet noise is a fine compromise and may not be possible,to get both spot on ..
I tried cutting taller shields on other bikes ONLY if they did not have the tilt function .. if you have the tilt function try adjusting tilt before chopping the shield as a basic starting point ..
The biggest problem is the final tilt may NOT go with the look you desire so ill be looking to replace the deflector with a tall puig in the near future and make some custom brackets to get the puig to tilt more ..
Cheers and good luck ..
Disclaimer : this is how I set up my tilt on an empty private road and am only sharing my experience only and do not recommend it on public roads ..
Loosen the front knobs that set the angle of the shield and once you get up to about 50,60 or 70 mph use your left hand to change the tilt of the screen and try to find the position that you like at a given speed .. Lock the shield knobs to your liking ..
After trying to set up the shields on numerous bikes in the past, my assumption is that there will never be perfect setup for all conditions and each day is a different variable / riding condition .. Getting close is pretty good for me .. I feel that trying to block the wind AND reducing the buffeting/ helmet noise is a fine compromise and may not be possible,to get both spot on ..
I tried cutting taller shields on other bikes ONLY if they did not have the tilt function .. if you have the tilt function try adjusting tilt before chopping the shield as a basic starting point ..
The biggest problem is the final tilt may NOT go with the look you desire so ill be looking to replace the deflector with a tall puig in the near future and make some custom brackets to get the puig to tilt more ..
Cheers and good luck ..
Gingersdaddy_imp
Running like a top
No, not a little guy. When I look at the bike by itself, I think "That's a big bike" and then I see a picture with me on it and I'm like "That's a little bike". I have it tilted back to where I may have to kick the bottom out so I can tilt it back at the top without hitting the gauges.The ferret_imp said:
rboe
Road warrior
Ya, it takes some fiddlin'
the Ferret
Road warrior
Gingersdaddy...just wondering if you ever came to a resolution?
Gingersdaddy_imp
Running like a top
Yes, I'm at 11 1/2 " from the Ign. now and it's a lot better. I'm thinking of trying maybe another inch off. I still have some wind noise, when I stand up off the seat a little it seems to get better. Wind seems to catching me at the chin right now.The ferret_imp said:
Another issue, I was riding today with a different pair of shoes and when I'd take off smoothly and up shift, when I shifted to 5th it popped out, back into fourth, I shifted back up and it was fine. It did this three times, I'm hoping it was just me no shifting hard enough. I started shifting it a little harder to make sure it was all the way into gear. I wonder if anyone else has had this happen. :huh:
the Ferret
Road warrior
Motorcycle transmissions always like positive shifts so don't be lazy with your shift. Changing from boots to a smaller profile or softer shoes can have an effect on how positive the shift is. Try another ride with your normal shoes and see if it still happens.
Gingersdaddy_imp
Running like a top
Yeah, I think it was just a different set of boots.The ferret_imp said:
dBuster_imp
Been there
Ferret, did you ever cut your shield down? I am about to pull the pin and get a street shield ex I believe. but to hear how some had to cut so much of makes me almost want to just get a smaller screen. But the for point mounting must be more stable in theory...
I am 6'1" at my best height, and would rely like to have a smooth ride with my modular helmet on. Wish there was like wind tunnel results to look at. Best angle etc...
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I am 6'1" at my best height, and would rely like to have a smooth ride with my modular helmet on. Wish there was like wind tunnel results to look at. Best angle etc...
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the Ferret
Road warrior
dBuster...no I never cut mine down. I only used it on the one trip last year, and although there was noise and buffeting, it wasn't something I couldn't live with for a one week trip and I appreciated the protection on the freeway portion of that trip. Will be interesting to see how it fits the 14 Deluxe which has a 1" higher headlight. Truth is though 99% of the time, I ride the bike without any shield at all, and prefer it that way.
I hear what you are saying though, it seems crazy to buy a big shield and cut 1/3 or more of it off. I guess it depends on what you are willing to tolerate from a wind/ buffeting/ noise standpoint, and the only way to tell is to start large and modify a little at a time until you are satisfied.
I hear what you are saying though, it seems crazy to buy a big shield and cut 1/3 or more of it off. I guess it depends on what you are willing to tolerate from a wind/ buffeting/ noise standpoint, and the only way to tell is to start large and modify a little at a time until you are satisfied.
dBuster_imp
Been there
I normally ride the bike and my other bike without a shield also but this year I will be on the road more often with the American Legion Riders and going to rides and events.
If it helps to keep me from feeling like I am going to be blown off of the bike I will put up with some noise.. It will be doing it's job.
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If it helps to keep me from feeling like I am going to be blown off of the bike I will put up with some noise.. It will be doing it's job.
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the Ferret
Road warrior
As an update to this old thread, today I took a jigsaw to my Street shield EX. I took 4 1/4 inches off the top of the shield. Basically mirroring CIP's first cut attempt. with the dlx headlight sitting 1 in higher than my 13, I probably should have taken more off but it looked like I was cutting a bunch off. It looks good, but I am measuring 13 1/4 inches from ign to top of shield. Most members who have cut shields have been happiest at 8 to 10" above ign. Saturday I may get a chance for a ride and will see how it goes. Gosh I'd hate to have to take off another 3".
tomorrow I will take some pics and post up.
tomorrow I will take some pics and post up.
Dakota_imp
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My ears ring after a ride even if wearing ear plugs. Did NS do any testing of this shield or did they just pick the closest standard shield off the shelf that would fit? Seems like NS should use this feedback to improve their design.
