bigfatboss
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posted September 28, 2007 06:54 PM
Windshields...
Okay guys,
I am ready to get a windshield but not really sure which one to get. I have read whats been posted but want to see if there are any new comments. Seems like I have a choice between Cee Baileys and Calsci. Anyone order these brands? Any others to consider? I am 5' 7" with a 30" inseam. I want to consider coverage for the passenger as the biggest complaint my wife has is she is just getting beat up on the back of the bike..... Got to keep her happy so I can keep getting the toys.
Any input?
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daysoffIride
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posted September 28, 2007 08:23 PM
Keep getting the toys and leave her in the kitchen..... Have fun....
Too high a windscreen gets you out of being able to lower it enough..... My favorite position is all the way down on a stock one, I hardly move it up much..... I like a little wind pressure on my chest... I like the stock one personally...... I am 5' 10" ......... Works for me!
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BigGun
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posted September 28, 2007 08:35 PM
 Edited By: BigGun on 28 Sep 2007 21:35
Isn't Kaw supposed to have a taller one avail. soon? Not sure how much taller it is, but OEM might be the way to go.
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wormgear
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posted September 28, 2007 09:21 PM
I got the Cee Baileys Euro. I'm 6'0" / 32 inseam. I only have to raise it about 2" to get the wind off my face. It's nice to be in the quiet zone that way. The problem is full down I get the same buffeting on my head that I got on the stocker at full up and I have to lean forward and stretch my neck to get my face in the wind. So I guess the one I have is about to 2" too tall for me. I don't ride 2 up but on a long trip when there was no traffic I did take my hands off the bars (throttle mister) and move to the back seat with the w/s full up. There was some buffeting but no hard wind on my head. I think that when you're that far back from the w/s you'll get some buffeting no matter how tall it is. I also think there is more back pressure on my head with this one once I get the wind off my face. I'm thinking of trying a slightly shorter Calsci hoping there different vent system might lessen that. and get me in the right range. At what, $200 a pop? it's an expensive guessing game but I think it would be worth it to be able to get both the wind in my face and the quiet zone within the adjustment range. I think I'll be selling good used windshields on ebay soon.
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Bigfatboss
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posted September 28, 2007 11:29 PM
when are you selling the windshield, maybe I'll try that one if timing is right
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wormgear
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posted September 29, 2007 06:49 AM
I'm in no big hurry to buy another, maybe3-4 weeks.
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posted September 29, 2007 07:11 AM
The concours.org board seems to indicate that some of these aftermarket windscreens cause the dash to melt in direct sunlight as a result of some light maginification, from what I read there anyway.
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marklawrence
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posted September 29, 2007 08:53 AM
Dash branding is very familiar to me from the ST1300, which had this problem. I understand how this happens. Calsci windshields do not burn the dash. Ever.
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philipintexas
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posted September 29, 2007 11:06 AM
Question for "wormgear", Cee Baileys has two sizes, Mini-euro and euro-cut. You said you bought the "euro"?? Is it the one that's 12" tall or 15" ? I'm considering one. They told me they will make them to custom sizes and have a reputation for keeping their customer happy, they might cut yours to a custom size. Thanks for the input.
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wormgear
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posted September 29, 2007 11:17 AM
Mine is the 15". Thanks for the info, I'll give them a call.
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posted September 29, 2007 02:11 PM
The new taller windshield is now available from kawasaki. I think it is 21/2 inches taller and sells for in around 120.00 US Also the luggage bags are now available on the kawasaki website and the bag strips to prevent them from getting scratched.
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posted September 29, 2007 03:45 PM
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Dash branding is very familiar to me from the ST1300, which had this problem. I understand how this happens. Calsci windshields do not burn the dash. Ever.
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bigfatboss
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posted September 29, 2007 07:41 PM
How does dash branding happen? Is it the windshield acts as a magnifying glass or is it the lack of filtering certain UV rays?
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gpz1100
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posted September 29, 2007 07:45 PM
I suspect we won't be able to have one shield on for all seasons. I'm 6', 32" inseam as well. For me the stock is great on hot days, so so on cooler days. If I want absolute silence, it doesn't happen. I've been thinking of going with the tallest CB one, the dome something or other model.
For spirited summer riding, nothing beats the stock in the full down position.
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wormgear
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posted September 29, 2007 08:49 PM
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How does dash branding happen? Is it the windshield acts as a magnifying glass or is it the lack of filtering certain UV rays?
It's the magnifying glass effect. If you park it in the sun and the sunlight hits it at a certain angle. I may be wrong on this but I think I read it happens with the stock windshield.
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posted September 29, 2007 11:11 PM
Really? You'd think that a DOT windshield would pass certain tests to prevent something like this from happening, no?
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Bigfatboss
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posted September 30, 2007 09:00 AM
I looked on the Kawi site for the windshield and didn't see it. Can you forward the site link.... Thanks
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TedG
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posted September 30, 2007 09:19 AM
i think I want the Kawasaki windshield for winter. But I am seeing some melting on the cover to the left of the dash. Shiney mellted spots.
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posted October 07, 2007 06:57 PM
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I looked on the Kawi site for the windshield and didn't see it. Can you forward the site link.... Thanks
Kawi UK shows it, but no part number yet. http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/1400gtr/default.asp?Sub=6543773
Kawi US hasn't updated their site yet, the windscreen was just made available this past week. http://www.kawasaki.com/DefaultFrame.aspx?strContentURL=SITE/PCProductCatalog/PCCatalogTypes.asp?intCatalogID=1
If you call your local dealer they may have it available.
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rifleman223
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posted October 07, 2007 08:34 PM
I got the Cee Baileys Euro cut and I only have to raise it about 1/3 to get all buffeting fromhe chest. Some wind hits my helmet, but only at the top. I am overall, very pleased with this. I dont leave the bike out in the sun anyways so, the issue of the dash melting could be a mute point with me.
Either case, great windshield and I love it.
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TedG
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posted October 08, 2007 08:01 AM
I think for the winter I am going to get Kawasaki's accessory windshield, if I can. I want that gel seat also. I wonder if we can order from the UK?
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08CC14
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posted October 08, 2007 09:31 AM
I also ordered the Cee Bailey's Euro cut 15" in light gray tint for the winter. I'll put the stocker back on in spring. 
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08CC14
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posted October 08, 2007 09:36 AM
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I think for the winter I am going to get Kawasaki's accessory windshield, if I can. I want that gel seat also. I wonder if we can order from the UK?
Hey Ted, Last Thursday, I talked with the owner of our local store (Cliff's Cycle Center) who had just come back from California. He was at a regional meeting and brought back the latest Kawasaki catalog supplement which had part numbers for ordering the Kawi Top Case and Tall Windshield, so the parts are available in the U.S. for us to order.
I bought the Cee Bailey's because I prefer the shape and contour better than the OEM. I also wanted the tint option.
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DennisR
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posted October 12, 2007 01:39 AM
I got a Calsci +6" and it is perfect for me. I'm 6'0" and 32" inseam. Up 1/3 and it stops wind to chest. Full up no wind at all. There is no buffeting and only slight back pressure. This is a huge improvement over stock. The stock had horrible buffeting at full up position. I'm a happy Calsci customer.
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08CC14
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posted October 12, 2007 10:21 PM
My Cee Bailey's arrive today and I'll give a full report with pics after tomorrow's ride.
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