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I've been waiting for ClearView to make a direct replacement about 4" taller (to eliminate the buffeting) and I would still see over the top.
I've been e mailing back and forth with these folks. It seems ClearView is now making a direct replacement for the roadster screen using the original brackets. 4" taller, 2" wider, they have other variations. I'm 6'5" and the Triumph roadster hits me in the chin. I think I will order one up, It's $149.59, prices increase Feb. 1, 06. I assume they fit with a lightbar, but will check first.
I was one of the no screen riders, now I kind of appreciate it. I can see it both ways.
JH
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I've had the Clearview (+4" / +2") replacement screen since April -04 and it works just perfect. I'm 6'2" and look just above the screen. No problems whatsoever with the lightbar, since the screen is cut just like the original Roadster screen in the bottom. Hope this helps!
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Staying naked is a pretty good philosophy for just about anything come to think of it!
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Thanks Piper,
I'll give them a call next week.
JH
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thanks moe i i think the screan will stay off for yet another summer
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I've been in touch with John at ClearView. They do have direct replacements for the Roadster Screen and the Bonneville Summer Screen, but not the Summer Screen for America or Speedmaster yet. They really need a factory one to use as a template. They are offering 1/2 price to anyone who can send them their factory one. Being in Florida, I don't really have an off season and I hate to give mine up. If they haven't found one by next month, I may have to. I'd rather have a taller replacement for the factory mounts than one of the after market ones. I plan to ride to BikeWeek in March (450 miles from here) and I really want it before then. ClearView is near Denver. If anyone with a Summer Screen can go by there, that would work as well. Any interested parties contact: John Lauk Clearview Shields 303-838-0886 800-798-6089 info@clearviewshields.com
Bob
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Chris, I absolutely HATE anything that takes away from the long low (and lovely) lines of my bike, but I've made 2 cross country trips this summer and last (600+ mile days at the beginning and end with shorter stints in between), and I can say I hate the feeling that someone has plunged a knife into the muscle right at the base of my kneck even more (this last trip, it took over a week to clear up and some PT excercises, so before I do another, I am at least going to try a shield. It will come off though the other 98% of the time when I'm commuting or doing a couple hour ride. As for all the other reasons (bugs, etc...), my flip up full face takes care of those issues, the neck is the ONLY problem) Hmmmm, how come we don't have any particle physicists on this board who can invent a small force field generator that would mount in our center console and create a field that is invisible to the eye?
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Can you tell me more about the Windvest. I currently have a shield from National Cycle and because of wind turbulence,,,a whole bunch, I have to look at alternatives. Someone suggested "lowers", but I really don't want them...
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I would not trade my Windvest for anything-There is virtually no buffeting (is is the only one I have seen with a unique change in the pitch starting about 3" below the top-and I think that is why it beats the others on the buffeting problem. It does not stop all wind, of course, like my old windjammer fairing-windshield combinations used to do-so you still are fully aware that you are on a motorcycle. Also I think it looks great on the bike. The mounting instructions are easy to use-it took only about 20 minutes to install. I would be interested to know if anyone is using Memphis Shades lowers with a windvest, which I have been thinking about doing.
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Here's the deal.... Envision yourself on the bike. You are "X" tall in the saddle. The wind hits you in the face and you say "Ah, freedom". After 2 hours of that you say "Damm, this is getting old!".... At this point you have 3 choices.... 1. Put up with it, after all you are riding for that wind in the face feeling of freedom. 2. Buy so much plastic to hang on the front of your formerly sleek-looking Triumph that you now feel no wind at all and hate the way your formerly sleek-looking Triumph looks.. 3. Get a Windvest that still lets you feel the wind, but kills that midget that used to sit on your shoulders and slap you senseless at anything over 40mph... They are expensive. But anything that does what it is supposed to do and still looks good will be expensive. web page
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I think it comes down to how long you ride. If your apt to ride at higher speeds frequently for long distances, go for it. If not, save your cash. Keep in mind, they're relatively easy to take on/off and their resale value appears fair.
I don't recommed the Triumph summer screen as the head buffeting is extreme for a 6'1" goober like myself and plenty of bugs routinely smack into my trusty Halycons. It kind of defeats the purpose in my book.
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I'm 6'1" and have a sport shield by Memphis Shades on my Speedmaster. It looks great (IMHO) and doesn't detract from the lines of my bike at all. I lined it up on the same angle as the front fork rake, and it looks like the bike was designed with it in mind (see my photo posts). While I do get some spillover air at highway speeds, it isn't what I would call "buffeting" and I've gotten used to it to the point that I don't even notice anymore.
For me, riding without the shield on is not an option, since I live in a bug friendly state and have washed some rather large ones off the front which, otherwise, would have smacked me in the chest or face - OUCH!
Cost was (if I remember correctly) around $180.00.
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Thanks for the info...Is there a model # for it, and is the hardware separate?
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I'll send you the model number/name ASAP (I have to get it off my bike), and the price included the hardware. I got it from a local M/C shop who is a licensed Memphis Shades dealer. You might also check out Memphis Shades' website for info there as well.
JB
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Well, I looked on my windscreen for a model name and/or part number. Nothing! It seems logical that the manufacturer would put something like that on the screen for future reference (such as here), but they didn't. Sorry.
I suggest calling Memphis Shades and telling them your bike make/model. They should have some application guide for you.
BTW, mine is NOT tinted.
JB
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I've got a Memphis Shades Cruiser shield also. Click on to the MAW (Motorcycle Accessory Warehouse) website and you will be able to see some pictures for our model. That's where I got mine. It doesn't block all the wind but it does look cool and matches my red bike. 
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I have a 2002 TBA. I am on my third windshield now. First was the large Triumph Roadscreen-too much turbulence. Next was a National Cycle Heavy Duty Touring model-too much sun reflection off the chrome insturment panel-still have it if anyone wants it.
Now I have the Memphis Shades Alley Cat 20 inches height, 7 inch headlight cutout. Works absolutely great, looks great too. Windshield is barely noticable on the bike, and quick detacable also. Note, I don't cruise much over 75mph and I am 5' 11" tall.
(80812) $63.95 Memphis Shades Alley Cat 20" w/7" Cutout, Solar, Mfg.#: MEP5619 for the shield. Mounting hardware separate, but interchanges with the Memphis Shades Fats & Slims with different plates. Got it from: http://mawonline.com/memphis.htm#Windshields
Tom:
Do you have a picture the Alley Cat on your bike?In fact pix of the screens described here would be great (except for the easily viewed Triumph screens).
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I checked out the Memphis Shades available to compliment a sport cruiser style bike and thought the #588846 Classic Deuce (7" headlight cutout) looked interesting. Has anyone seen one of those on an America or Speedmaster? It costs $135. and includes all mounting hardware.
Bob
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To clarify, the Memphis Shades model number of the "Classic Deuce" is: MEM 2129. I'm not sure if it is a quick release type of mounting or not but it looks like it would look good on our bikes.
Bob
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I have a Triumph Roadster screen.First bike with a windshield. Since the bug population has grown in Fla.Love Bugs, Blind Mosquitos, you name it we got it.The windshield is a necessity
I was so much older then, I am younger than that now (Wrote By Dylan Sung by the BYRDS,)
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I currently have a Triumph Summer Screen which is too short for me (I'm 6'). I really like the way it looks and don't really want a Roaster style shield. I don't have time to wait for Clear View to make a taller replacement and I have been looking for windshields. I must have a replacement before the end of February for the BikeWeek trip. QUESTION: Does anyone have the Memphis Shades Deuce or Hellcat windshield? I've been looking at these two and can't tell from the small pictures which would look the best on an America. They both come with mounting hardware and are not too expensive. ANY feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Bob
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I think my windshield looks cool on the bike, checkout my pics, it kind of blends in nicely. I do not get buffeting but I am only 5.11" and sit lower in the corbin as well.
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Nice looking bike Ray, but I really wanted to go more the sport look than the roadster look. It's a bit too much windshield for me. I wish I could go without but I'm spoiled and I want to get the buffeted wind out of my face. Black is nice, but I do like my Mulberry Red/Graphite. There's a pic of mine in the photo posts.
Bob
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Never understood why anyone would go to all the trouble of buying a motorcycle to get out into the elements and then fit a windshield to get protection from the elements. Ugly too.
Each to their own but maybe you'd be better off in a car ?
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I like to take mine off it I am doing city riding only. That ain't often, I hate all the cagers ...
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Never understood why anyone would go to all the trouble of buying a motorcycle to get out into the elements and then fit a windshield to get protection from the elements. Ugly too.
Each to their own but maybe you'd be better off in a car ?
It was no trouble buying a motorcycle, in fact, it was and has been a blast!!
I think it might be called multi-dimensional interests; a) sometimes I enjoy riding w/o windshield, b) sometimes I enjoy working on and driving cars, c) sometimes I motorcycling w/windshield, etc.
I don't think I could stand having the philosophy of "I only ride with out a windshield and those who do not agree with me should ride a car?"  But you are right, to each his own.
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Motorcycling does tend to bring out the myopic viewpoints. Actually, every hobby, job, sport... heck, every human endeavour brings them out.
Oh, nevermind.
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Yeah, myopic was bothering me so I went to a doctor who put drops in myopic and told me to keep myopics closed for a couple of hours.
Then he asked whether I used a windshield on the bike!! Strange, huh?
"Never underestimate the power of human stupidity" - Robert Heinlein
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Never understood why anyone would go to all the trouble of buying a motorcycle to get out into the elements
Yeah, that's a lot like all of these idiots who go out and buy a bike and then slap those ugly saddlebags on them. I mean, GEEZ!!, if you want to carry stuff with ya, buy a pickup!!!!
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Sorry guys. Just fishing. Couldn't help myself.
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Windvest all the way with me.It doesnt look that bad and actually allows the bike to slice into gusts. I dont get any buffeting and is easily removed for short trips.You get what you pay for.
Larry
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Oh my goodness, I got to say when John moved this almost a freaking month ago I was a tad disappointed. I mean the Accessories section is where post go to die. Or I thought that. This freaking post has had a life of its own, it starts to fade into the sunset and then BAM it returns like a bad penny. I have decided not to get a windshield at least for now. Now after the cross state trip this summer that might change. But who knows as long as this post keeps returning I might share that with you guys next freaking June.
Chris
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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You just never know what's going to happen when you release a post into the wild...
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"I mean, GEEZ!!, if you want to carry stuff with ya, buy a pickup!!!!"
It's a lot more fun to run to the store everyday and get a few things as opposed to once a week and filling up the pickup!!
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Many years ago I went a long long way on my bike. Bought a removable shield. Major difference! I rode twice as far with 1/2 the hurt because of that shield. Driving in the right lane on the Black Horse Pike in New Jersey when an 18 wheeler blew by me in the same direction. The wind acted like a sail from the other direction dragging me nearly out of control. When I got home the shield left the bike. Have not driven with one since. Turned it into a 40 MPH knee slapper for a bit and was very unfun.
Now I compensate by running 20 or so miles at 70-75 then slow to 55-60 for a few miles to relax a bit. I can't go more than about 125 miles anyhow without a gas stop, that gives you the break you need.
To each his own, the big thing is to ride and have fun. Its all about the fun. Motorcycles are not practical. Thats not why we have them. Well thats not why I have one anyhow.
Remember: You can tell a happy biker by the bugs in his teeth.
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Stern - I put the smoked fly screen on mine, with chrome accents.... at 160mph it builds a dome of protection around the rider, this of course is through the use of stolen alien technology from Area 51....and it looks really cool on the bike !
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Memphis Slim 17" works well for me at 5'9", I can see over the screen when sitting up straight, or look through it when riding in a more relaxed laid-back position.
Like a lot of the other folks, I take it off in good weather, (easy to do with the t-handle allen provided by Memphis Shades).
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Motorcycles are not practical. Thats not why we have them.
I don't know man. I've been riding a motorcycle to work as a daiy commuter for 8 years rain or shine, hot or cold. Driving a car into downtown DC is time and cost prohibitive, and riding the rails takes too long (and just generally sucks). The bike gets me to work or home in 20 minutes. When I was riding to work in San Antonio it was a tougher commute, but it was better than taking the car.
I put a Givi screen on my Trident after getting tired of getting beat up by the wind everyday. Once I got the America the screen went on it. After taking a rock for me on one ride the Givi cracked but held and I replaced it with a Triumph Roadster then a larger Clearview. Going from DC to Dallas and back and DC to Vegas and back the windshield help make 12-15 hour days and 250 miles between gas stops easy enough. They may not practical for everyone, but they are for me.
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For the past 3 years, I've ridden the bike to work when the snow has gone away. Each of these years, I have not had to have an emissions inspection on my 13 mpg truck because I put less than 5000 miles per year on it. So taking that into account and the 40-45 mpg I get on the bike, I would say it's rather practical.... And I still like my Windvest too....
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