JCHONDA_imp
First service completed
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Can anyone tell me the best, most functional windshield for the CB1100 DLX?
Windshield
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Gumby 1100_imp
Been there
That's a bit like asking what is the best oil for a CB1100...everybody has their favorite.
You may need to qualify your requirements in a windshield. It will also depend on your size.
If, for example, you prefer function over form, and want the best protection, but also want a very quiet windshield...then that apparently doesn't exist yet for the CB.
By stating "most functional", I'm going to assume you mean best wind protection. If so, you may want to look at the larger shields available from National Cycle or Parabellum. Using the search function, you will see reviews from owners of both makes on this site. I have the National Cycle Streetshield EX, and for me, it provides good protection from the wind with little buffeting, but it is very noisy.
Hope this helps!
You may need to qualify your requirements in a windshield. It will also depend on your size.
If, for example, you prefer function over form, and want the best protection, but also want a very quiet windshield...then that apparently doesn't exist yet for the CB.
By stating "most functional", I'm going to assume you mean best wind protection. If so, you may want to look at the larger shields available from National Cycle or Parabellum. Using the search function, you will see reviews from owners of both makes on this site. I have the National Cycle Streetshield EX, and for me, it provides good protection from the wind with little buffeting, but it is very noisy.
Hope this helps!
dsinned_imp
Been there
Price may also be a consideration too.
postoak_imp
Been there
There are lots of threads on this but I'll summarize since I did the research recently before making my decision.
Most popular:
Emgo Fairing - offers least protection
Dart Marlin fly screen - a little more protection
Puig Naked or Puig Naked New Generation - still small but bigger than the above
ChicDesign Road Comet Fairing - a nice unit with fairing and a bit larger windshield but expensive
National Cycle Street Shield EX - a universal shield much larger than the above
National Cycle Street Shield - also universal and larger still
Both the National Cycle shields require clamping to the upper fork housings
One of the above should meet your needs but if not, you might consider doing as The Ferret has done and that is cutting off some of the top of the National Cycle Street Shield EX to cut down on turbulence.
Most popular:
Emgo Fairing - offers least protection
Dart Marlin fly screen - a little more protection
Puig Naked or Puig Naked New Generation - still small but bigger than the above
ChicDesign Road Comet Fairing - a nice unit with fairing and a bit larger windshield but expensive
National Cycle Street Shield EX - a universal shield much larger than the above
National Cycle Street Shield - also universal and larger still
Both the National Cycle shields require clamping to the upper fork housings
One of the above should meet your needs but if not, you might consider doing as The Ferret has done and that is cutting off some of the top of the National Cycle Street Shield EX to cut down on turbulence.
dsinned_imp
Been there
Postoak, just curious, which one did you go with?
flynrider
Road warrior
To add to Postoak's list, I use a small National Cycle Deflector DX in the summer and a large N.C. Plexistar 2 in the winter. Both shields use the same mounting hardware, so swapping takes a minute or two.
Here's the Deflector
This is the big Plexistar
Here's the Deflector
This is the big Plexistar
postoak_imp
Been there
I went with the Puig Naked but haven't installed it yet.dsinned_imp said:
I had the bike up to 100 mph today and the wind wasn't that bad considering I don't stay at interstate speeds for very long.
silver90_imp
First service completed
I brought the National Cycle Defender EX. I really liked the look, but it was too noisy. I cut it down a couple of times as suggested and it got a little quieter, but let a lot more wind in. I was looking for something to block most of the wind and quiet the turbulence.
I ended up with a Slipstreamer Spirit. It took a lot of adjusting and I had to put pads on the inside of the windshield so it didn't rub the instruments. I'm 5'10" and the wind hits the top of my helmet. I have sit up straight to let air hit my vents. It still let air up the bottom sides that would blow and make a little turbulence. So I made some cheap lowers to see if the worked. They do, it blocks almost all air from me and lets in enough to create a rippling effect on my front.
I ended up with a Slipstreamer Spirit. It took a lot of adjusting and I had to put pads on the inside of the windshield so it didn't rub the instruments. I'm 5'10" and the wind hits the top of my helmet. I have sit up straight to let air hit my vents. It still let air up the bottom sides that would blow and make a little turbulence. So I made some cheap lowers to see if the worked. They do, it blocks almost all air from me and lets in enough to create a rippling effect on my front.
After a lot of reading on this forum, I bought the Puig Naked New Generation in black with a dark smoke insert. It looked fantastic on my black CB. It seemed the perfect solution for the hot Texas summer with enough protection for the occasional freeway jaunt. I really wanted to keep it, but I sent it back. Here's why:
- It buzzed annoyingly between 2500-3500 rpm, right where I cruise at. It was so loud, I could hear it in my full face helmet with the face shield down. I tried everything. I even bought silicone washers to isolate all the screws and mounting points. Nothing worked.
- A couple of the bolt ends on the interior of the shield were too long. They came in contact with the tach and speedo housings whenever my speed was above 45 and there was more wind pressure on the shield. <Grrr...> I could cut the bolts, or put in an extra washer to shorten them. Because of the way the shield mounts, you can't adjust the distance/height/angle without bending the aluminum support bars. And they're stout enough that you need a vise.
You shouldn't have to go through all that crap for a windshield specifically designed for this bike. So I sent it back and will try something different.
- It buzzed annoyingly between 2500-3500 rpm, right where I cruise at. It was so loud, I could hear it in my full face helmet with the face shield down. I tried everything. I even bought silicone washers to isolate all the screws and mounting points. Nothing worked.
- A couple of the bolt ends on the interior of the shield were too long. They came in contact with the tach and speedo housings whenever my speed was above 45 and there was more wind pressure on the shield. <Grrr...> I could cut the bolts, or put in an extra washer to shorten them. Because of the way the shield mounts, you can't adjust the distance/height/angle without bending the aluminum support bars. And they're stout enough that you need a vise.
You shouldn't have to go through all that crap for a windshield specifically designed for this bike. So I sent it back and will try something different.
Lord Popgun
Road warrior
Roper, if you get another shield and you get buzzing again, remove your headlight and wrap ALL the connectors in the shell with some thin foam. Like from packing material or something.
A number of us had this happen and it turned out the connectors were buzzing against the headlight bucket or bulb holder. Couldn't hear it until we installed a windshield or flyscreen. Drove us crazy till we figured it out!
A number of us had this happen and it turned out the connectors were buzzing against the headlight bucket or bulb holder. Couldn't hear it until we installed a windshield or flyscreen. Drove us crazy till we figured it out!
I bought this one. I love the look of it. Might be smaller than what you are looking for. It provides just enough wind protection to make highway speeds tolerable but you still get the experience of riding a naked bike.
http://www.samurider.com/?p=13212/#itemImage
http://www.samurider.com/?p=13212/#itemImage
Carguy1959_imp
Been there
If you are machanialy inclinded, you can go this route. It cost me about $500 and 8hrs. If anybody is interested, I can share what it took to do.
White Dog_imp
Been there
I've settled in a a National Cycle Plexistar 2 for cool weather and Street Shield EX in warmer weather. Same hardware, minimal adjustments one to another. I get a fair amount of air with the Street Shield EX and very little with the PS2.
Inhouse Bob
Road warrior
I didn't take to this look at first but it is really starting to grow on me. Your larger back rest does a nice job of counterbalancing the bulk of the fairing. There are a lot of these fairings listed on ebay, some are even new old stock.Carguy1959_imp said:
If you have the time and inclination to write it up for the how-to section, I'd enjoy seeing the install process.
riceburner_imp
Running like a top
Just ordered a National Cycle, Street Shield(u-clamp mount),the difference between the u-clamp mount and the regular street shield,as far as i can determine is, current stock of the regular street shield seems to be acrylic and the u-clamp is the newer model in stock made from polycarbonate.Price was right also,113.95 with free shipping.Weborder late Sunday evening,tracking says delivered by end of day wednesday.Not bad.Acrylic on most models is about 4.5 mm thick and polycarbonate on this one is 3 mm thickness.
clearviewx
Been there
This is my favorite standard...Carguy1959_imp said:
Gumby 1100_imp
Been there
It does look good Riko...brings back memories of the Shoei mini fairings available several decades ago.Riko_imp said:
BayAreaRick_imp
Running like a top
^^^
Yes, very retro - the Shoei FM2 that I had on my CB750 Nighthawk. It was just 5-6 years ago that I found it on eBay as NOS for about $150 (fiberglass too)
Yes, very retro - the Shoei FM2 that I had on my CB750 Nighthawk. It was just 5-6 years ago that I found it on eBay as NOS for about $150 (fiberglass too)
