Messing around with an idea
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the Ferret
Road warrior
I suspect it will blow off when you get above 50 mph
Ferrealls_imp
Running like a top
Looks good metalmaven.
I think you'll need some more cardboard to keep up with this guy though.
I think you'll need some more cardboard to keep up with this guy though.
Gumby 1100_imp
Been there
I suspect that once you invest some time on an English Wheel to get a little compound curvature, and then fab the mounting brackets, you might as well buy the Dart Flyscreen...unless, of course, you want opaque metal like on the Moto Guzzi V7 Racer.
metalmaven_imp
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I saw a really neat, and really small "thing", I cant really call it a windshield, but it was above the headlight and shaped kind of like a windshield, except way small. It was metal, looked bad to the bone, and I was like hmmmmmm. This cardboard fell off by itself, indoors, so probably wont withstand any wind, ferret, you're right :rofl:
Maybe I need more tape idk...
Maybe I need more tape idk...
There does come a point when a guy that don't like to buy stuff when it can possibly be made, breaks down and spends the money. Its just not nearly as fun! Who knows if I will actually get anything out of this.... Like I said, Just messin around with an idea :idea: ........that cardboard bike is pretty cool btwGumby 1100_imp said:
the Ferret
Road warrior
Actually I think one like that made out of metal and not acrylic because you don't look thru it anyway, would be pretty cool. Shape it, leave metal on the sides to bend back and slot for over the headlight bolts and let the consumer either leave it plain metal, cover it with tape, or paint it as they see fit.
Lord Popgun
Road warrior
I'm with Gumby. It looks like a Dart. Maybe you could buy that Dart and use it for a pattern? Just a thought.
kmoney_imp
Road warrior
You could also get the dart screen and have a shop apply metal vinyl wrap to it. Perfect shape and the appearance of metal, with the ability to revert to clear if ever desired.
metalmaven_imp
Running like a top
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Thanks for the ideas guys! I do like the flyscreen, but I don't really want to copy it, I would want something different looking. Hopefully I can get some more garage time soon and mess with it.
emptysea
Road warrior
I like the idea a lot. Some of the cafe versions on the Triumphs come with something like this (not sure if it's metal, though). I'd like to see it a little wider and curved more both from side to side and from top to bottom, but I don't know much about working with metal...or cardboard for that matter. Looking forward to seeing your prototypes. 
Gsnyder70_imp
First service completed
Maven, I like the idea. My favorite fairing/windscreen is the one on the cb1100f. On my phone, I could only copy the link:
http://www.cb1100f.net/owners/900f0030/900f_03r/dhager1100f_1.jpg
I like the boxed shape, but that would probably be tough to duplicate with the round lights we have.
http://www.cb1100f.net/owners/900f0030/900f_03r/dhager1100f_1.jpg
I like the boxed shape, but that would probably be tough to duplicate with the round lights we have.
Motogeezer1949_imp
Road warrior
There are already a bunch of little screens with built in headlights, some with built in turn signals. Check Web!ke. Prices reasonable too.
metalmaven_imp
Running like a top
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There are a lot of things on the internet for sale... I like to build stuff though, so I'm just going to try. Or maybe it will go no further than cardboard, idk.Motogeezer1949_imp said:
Thanks though, for whatever reason I have not dug into webike yet, some cool stuff on there!
Glackie_imp
First service completed
Keep us posted as this project develops. Love the DIY attitude. I too have looked at a lot of windscreens and fairings on the web and personally haven't seen anything that I've loved.
JustPassinThru_imp
Been there
It's a good idea. And I can see that metal's your medium; but really, fiberglass or plexiglass would be a better choice. Lighter weight; and some give if bad stuff comes to be. Minor bad stuff.
You're right in saying that you don't look THROUGH most flyscreens; but I think having an opaque shield would give the rider a field of being boxed in. Not what you want on a cycle.
But...the only way to see if you like it, is to make one. It may make more sense than some of the commercial ones, for cold weather or nighttime rides, rife with bugs.
You're right in saying that you don't look THROUGH most flyscreens; but I think having an opaque shield would give the rider a field of being boxed in. Not what you want on a cycle.
But...the only way to see if you like it, is to make one. It may make more sense than some of the commercial ones, for cold weather or nighttime rides, rife with bugs.
Papa Weeley_imp
Road warrior
If you decide you want to try to use the Dart as a pattern to work from, I think I have an extra screen you could borrow, so you wouldn't have to buy one. 
Yes, there are actually two - one designed specifically for the regular Bonneville, and a slightly smaller one for the Thruxton (that looks more like the Dart, but painted to match the bike). However, both are plastic.EmptySea_imp said:I like the idea a lot. Some of the cafe versions on the Triumphs come with something like this (not sure if it's metal, though). I'd like to see it a little wider and curved more both from side to side and from top to bottom, but I don't know much about working with metal...or cardboard for that matter. Looking forward to seeing your prototypes.
ClassicVW_imp
Road warrior
I understand and applaud your desire to fabricate something but have to agree with what JustPassinThru touched on. Let me be a bit blunt - it doesn't give me a warm feeling to be that close to a thin metal sheet that, in a get off would slice through whatever part of me went sliding by.
Gumby 1100_imp
Been there
What's wrong with that? You could complement the "Wind Shear Screen" with a "Castrator Rack" from an old Triumph fuel tank.ClassicVW_imp said:
metalmaven_imp
Running like a top
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Thanks guys, all good points for sure.
Papa Weeley' pid='98876' dateline='1436978808 said:If you decide you want to try to use the Dart as a pattern to work from, I think I have an extra screen you could borrow, so you wouldn't have to buy one.
Thanks Papa Weeley! I think I would just fab it all from scratch if or when I make one. Much appreciated though!
