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11-24-2011, 08:10 AM
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CUMMINS POWER
Joined: Nov 2011
Location: Southern New Hampshire
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12-04-2011, 09:03 AM
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The Flying Dutchman
Joined: Jan 2011
Location: East Kootenay
Oddometer: 137
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Madstad screen
Well, after reading through this and the Tiger 800 thread about all the different screens I decided to buy the Madstad screen. Reading about some guys having bought three screens and still not being happy did it for me. The Madstad is infinitely adjustable so I should be able to find a good setting for it. Mark at Madstad was very helpful and recommended the 22" screen as I am 6'3" tall, use the high setting on the seat and sit very upright. I installed the whole thing last night and it fits together beautifully. I did have to bend the additional side deflectors out a little bit to stop them from rubbing against the plastic on the tank, but no biggie. I like the fact that in hot weather I can remove the screen and just ride with the metal mounting plate, which looks pretty good. I am not fashion conscious enough to go as far as to remove the brackets so I would just leave them on. I won't be able to try the thing out until April
or so after snow board season has ended. It's -6 celsius here right now and snowing, so I'm off to the hill.
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12-22-2011, 07:15 PM
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Gnarly Adventurer
Joined: May 2011
Location: Low Country SC
Oddometer: 497
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As for the seat, I bought the OEM low gel with the bike and am quite pleased with the comfort it provides. I've not taken any seriously long trips yet, but my daily commute is 1 hour each way, with no discomfort what so ever! |
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01-02-2012, 05:45 PM
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Beastly Adventurer
Joined: Nov 2007
Location: Williston ND/ KC MO
Oddometer: 1,842
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First long ride with the new windshield. Being able to adjust while on the move is awesome!!! I approve of the Givi
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01-02-2012, 07:59 PM
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Adventurer
Joined: Jul 2011
Location: San Diego
Oddometer: 25
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Tiger 800 windshields
So I've got the stock windscreen in a box, the adjustable touring windscreen on the bike, more happy but not stoked. Anybody thought/tried piggy-backing the stock on top of the touring? If I can figure out a way to test it without drilling any/many holes I may give it a test. Up, out and away, and over the other. Adjustable, similar, potential, opinions?? Homemade
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01-03-2012, 02:31 AM
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STILL Jim Williams
Joined: Oct 2005
Location: Providence, RI
Oddometer: 5,953
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Not to highjack, but what Acerbis handguards are those?
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01-03-2012, 05:42 AM
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Deputy Cultural Attaché
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Hadn't given any thought to your solution but would be interested to see what you come up with.
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01-03-2012, 05:56 AM
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Gnarly Adventurer
Joined: May 2011
Location: Low Country SC
Oddometer: 497
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So, if I'm reading this right, there is very little difference between the stock and touring windscreens? I was hoping for more from the touring screen, glad I haven't purchased it yet...
Nice Triumph sticker fbj913, looked like a great afternoon to ride too! |
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01-03-2012, 06:11 AM
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Beastly Adventurer
Joined: Nov 2007
Location: Williston ND/ KC MO
Oddometer: 1,842
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They are the Acerbis Rally Pro. I then cut the top off of the stock guards and zip tied it to the Acerbis for some wind protections. It actually works very well. Acerbis makes a lip that goes on the Rally Pro's that I will eventually buy.
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01-03-2012, 06:12 AM
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Beastly Adventurer
Joined: Nov 2007
Location: Williston ND/ KC MO
Oddometer: 1,842
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Thanks! I got it from my ADV Rider Secrete Santa.
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01-04-2012, 06:04 AM
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Reformed Kneedragger
Joined: Nov 2005
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Oddometer: 4,381
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Can the top part easily be removed?
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01-04-2012, 09:38 AM
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Joined: May 2009
Location: Sunny California
Oddometer: 3,466
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01-04-2012, 12:01 PM
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Beastly Adventurer
Joined: Nov 2007
Location: Williston ND/ KC MO
Oddometer: 1,842
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yes, it comes in two pieces. but i dont think its necessary.
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01-04-2012, 12:06 PM
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Reformed Kneedragger
Joined: Nov 2005
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Oddometer: 4,381
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Thanks. Looking forward to some more pics and updates as you pile on the miles with this setup. This looks like the best option on the market.
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01-04-2012, 12:07 PM
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Beastly Adventurer
Joined: Nov 2007
Location: Williston ND/ KC MO
Oddometer: 1,842
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What other pics are you looking for?
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