tripleb Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Hello all, after reading countless posts on this forum regarding windshields, as well as watching one to many YouTube videos, I have decided on purchasing the tinted shorty shield from CalSci for my sweet new ride. I placed the order this this morning, and now here I sit anxiously awaiting the arrival of this new shield. I only hope I made the right decision with my purchase, and it indeed cures most of the obnoxious wind buffering noise inside my helmet, not to mention giving the bike a more sleek look with the smaller shield. PS: This forum is a treasure trove of information, You guys rock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member betoney Posted April 18, 2017 Supporting Member Share Posted April 18, 2017 Post up a quick review on the new screen when you get a few rides with it in low and high position. Also include your height and inseam so others can compare your results. I can tolerate some wind noise since I wear ear plugs, but I cant stand helmet turbulence or buffeting. ***2015 Candy Red FJ-09*** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member texscottyd Posted April 18, 2017 Supporting Member Share Posted April 18, 2017 @tripleb - That's the same screen I have my eye on... will be very interested in your opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tripleb Posted April 21, 2017 Author Share Posted April 21, 2017 Hello guys, my new shorty tinted screen from CalSci arrived early this afternoon, and I was able to mount it quickly before going to work. If the weather cooperates tomorrow, I'll take it for a quick ride and report back on how good the new screen works, along with some better photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
effinjay Posted April 21, 2017 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I just picked up my FJ-09 and drove it home 200 miles. That windscreen is god awful. The CalSci one looks good. I'm curious how it works for you. I'm debating going small or large. I'm 6'4 with a 34" inseam and with a Shoei Qwest helmet it was whisper quite when I riding on the FJ standing up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tripleb Posted April 21, 2017 Author Share Posted April 21, 2017 Well if the rain holds off before I go to work, I'll give you a full report, as I'm just as eager to find out as you are. Fingers crossed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayrton Posted April 21, 2017 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I'm 6'2 with 34 inch inseam. I went with the large Madstad - works great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tripleb Posted April 23, 2017 Author Share Posted April 23, 2017 Ok everyone, here's the scoop on my first ride with the new screen. Yes it's an improvement, but not 100%. I'm still getting some buffering noise, but nothing like the stock screen. I'm 5'9" in height, with a 32 inseam, and my seat is set on the low position. I did notice that while out on my ride, If I would ever so slightly stand up on my pegs, I was immediately surrounded in clean quiet air, so this tells me me the new shield Is still a little to tall. When I placed my order, I was informed that I could return the screen to be cut down an inch or so if after my first ride I decided that it's still to tall, but then I would be spending even more coin for shipping on a windscreen that already has set me back some good coin. Debating if I should just sell it and grab something different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJM Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 You can also add some spacers to the bottom screws, under the screen, to increase the angle. That'll move the wind down: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJM Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I just picked up my FJ-09 and drove it home 200 miles. That windscreen is god awful. The CalSci one looks good. I'm curious how it works for you. I'm debating going small or large. I'm 6'4 with a 34" inseam and with a Shoei Qwest helmet it was whisper quite when I riding on the FJ standing up. Your qwest is quiet? Mine whistles like a train if I hold my head on a normal riding position. Hate that helmet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwicanuck Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I just picked up my FJ-09 and drove it home 200 miles. That windscreen is god awful. The CalSci one looks good. I'm curious how it works for you. I'm debating going small or large. I'm 6'4 with a 34" inseam and with a Shoei Qwest helmet it was whisper quite when I riding on the FJ standing up.Your qwest is quiet? Mine whistles like a train if I hold my head on a normal riding position. Hate that helmet!Have you tried adjusting the visor to stop the whistle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poundinasphalt Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 JJM - you may have an issue with that helmet, I've had a Qwest for 4 years and have never experienced any whistling with it, and have ridden a variety of bikes. I do hear some noise, but it's just a buffeting sound when I don't have the chin guard/dam in place, I guess some gets up into the helmet and knocks around. If you bought it from a dealer they may be willing to have a look at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g8r Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I also have the Madstad 24" and have been totally pleased. I am 6' and have a 32" inseam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member texscottyd Posted April 23, 2017 Supporting Member Share Posted April 23, 2017 @tripleb - Great information... thanks for the update. Two quick questions: 1) Do you have the handlebars in the stock position, or have you rotated the risers to move the bars forward? 2) What height position is the new screen on? I'm 6'1", run the seat in the tall position and the bars forward, so it sounds like this CalSci shorty windscreen - at the lowest adjustment position - may be just about perfect. Thanks! -Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tripleb Posted April 24, 2017 Author Share Posted April 24, 2017 The bars are in the stock position, and the wind screen is set on the lowest setting. I'm curious if there are smaller screens on the market. Anyone have any quick info on that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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