I designed a new windscreen.

[eichh]

I wanted a larger windscreen but didn't like the tombstone look of the sport tourer that is offered for my 01 S4. I wanted something more curved and stretched back for room to put a gps or radar detector . So I designed one out of wood to get the shape that I wanted so it can be used as a slug to vacuum mold scratch resistant tinted (or clear) Lexan. I found a shop near buy that does just that and it is getting made and should be done next week some time. They will keep a molded slug for production if it all works out. Here are some pictures of the wood slug and an simulation of what it will look like in tinted Lexan, only not as dark the material is a smoke color.What do you guys think?

[OverCaffeinated]

Looks good. I think your design really compliments the rest of the fairing.

I've always wondered how much of a difference there is when riding having a windscreen? I have a dark model with no fairing.

[grandpa nate]

Looks good. I think your design really compliments the rest of the fairing.

I've always wondered how much of a difference there is when riding having a windscreen? I have a dark model with no fairing.

Way back in 99 when I bought my first monster, it came w/a windscreen.  As I was moving I left it on even though I didn't really like it.  About 3-4 months later I took it off and was generally pleased with myself until I jumped on the freeway at my usual clip and needless to say the windscreen went back on when I got home.  It is amazing how much that little piece o plastic does.

[OverCaffeinated]

Way back in 99 when I bought my first monster, it came w/a windscreen.  As I was moving I left it on even though I didn't really like it.  About 3-4 months later I took it off and was generally pleased with myself until I jumped on the freeway at my usual clip and needless to say the windscreen went back on when I got home.  It is amazing how much that little piece o plastic does.

Wow. I thought the difference would be marginal at best. I might pick one up just to try it out. Thanks

[Raux]

have you thought about a lip at the top to direct the wind over your helmet instead of at it?

[eichh]

Raux I thought of that but I wanted it to have a sporty,agressive look to it which is why it curves back unstead of up but I notched the top so you can shove your helmet as close as possible. When I lean forward (how I would normally ride) the screen will direct the wind twards the top 2-3 inches of the helmet but if im on the tank (for long hauls) I will be completly out of the wind. Im a 5' 7" rider to get an idea of what it is based off of. I imagine a 6' tall rider would be tapping their helmet if they were to lay down on the tank but for anyone 5'9" and under it would work out about the same. I didnt get any pictures of me on the bike before I dropped the mold off, my bad. Heres a cool video I found on the strength of a Lexan windscreen. Maybe some of you run into these situations in your daily commute.

[monster monkey]

If production is affordable, would you be willing to distribute? 

[eichh]

Monster monkey yes that is my goal. Pricing will depend on how many would be interested, the more I have them do the better pricing they said. Once I get the first one back and ensure everything is cool I will derby the final product and see who might want one and take orders.

[DucDucGoose]

Monster monkey yes that is my goal. Pricing will depend on how many would be interested, the more I have them do the better pricing they said. Once I get the first one back and ensure everything is cool I will derby the final product and see who might want one and take orders.

If pricing is reasonable count me in for an order.  smoked if available. 

[DucDucGoose]

Any news on this screen?

[♣ McKraut ♣]

If pricing is reasonable count me in for an order.  smoked if available. 

i might be interested in a smoked as well.

[eichh]

I just talked to him today and he said they got busy and fell behind. He said it should be done this weekend. Doesnt it always seem like the same story? For some reason everyone always gets really busy after you drop your stuff off. Im just going to assume it will be another week. 

[Wedge]

Count me in!  I'm looking for some more protection for a planned trip this summer.

[eichh]

I know, I call every week asking if its done and he assures me it will be done soon.  If the guy didnt do such nice work I would find someone else but I would rather have patients and get something good than to rush it and get crap. Im having a hard time finding a rubber channel to go accross the top like the stock one has any idea where I could find something like that? I will keep you guys posted and get pictures up as soon as I can.

[greenohawk69]

Rubber channel...what about something in the plumbing area of the hardware store.  Something that would possibly work with a shower door.