Yamaha Windscreen

[Bigevildoer]

I bought the clear double-bubble from Yamaha too...
I'm 6' tall, and broad across the shoulders... I notice a big difference in the wind turbulence - especially from oncoming tractor-trailers (on a 2 lane road), or when I'm travelling over 100km/h. The wind pressure on my shoulders has been reduced by about 35% (estimated, of course) and makes my riding much more comfortable.
The turbulence around my helmet has also been reduced, by an estimated 20% or so.
Just my $.02 worth!

 

[MiltonDorkenhoff]

The fully tinted screen is shorter, the clear with lower tint is the same size as stock.

The Yamaha site says that the fully tinted one is the same height as the stock windscreen, the clear (lower half tinted) is an inch higher than stock.

 

[MiltonDorkenhoff]

yeah, I posted that up in another thread.... someone asking about the gas tank sticker, I told'em just wait till you get the bubble screen...

I asked about the gas tank sticker.. Happily, the Shoei half-tinted visor that arrived in the mail yesterday came in a plastic bag, with no stickers on it.

 

[Roaddawg]

The Yamaha site says that the fully tinted one is the same height as the stock windscreen, the clear (lower half tinted) is an inch higher than stock.

That's what the site says, but in actuality, the clear is the same size as stock and the tinted one is slightly shorter than stock. The only thing I can think of is if they are measuring from the ground up from the mounted position on the bike, then maybe its taller that direction. But, side by side they are the same.

 

[Heineken]

Here's some pics of the Yamaha Clear Double Bubble Windshield compared to the original one. Plus my new "best removing stickers buddy" OOPS.

 

[gearhead]

Looks awesome. Any big differences from the stock Yamaha windshield while riding? What did you pay for it?

 

[Heineken]

Looks awesome. Any big differences from the stock Yamaha windshield while riding? What did you pay for it?

I payed 70 bucks delivered. As for the benefits of the windshield... well I'll test ride it tomorrow and post my feedback. :beer:

 

[porky45]

I payed 70 bucks delivered. As for the benefits of the windshield... well I'll test ride it tomorrow and post my feedback. :beer:

alright buddy....feedback time!!!

 

[Heineken]

In my particular case the Yamaha Raised Bubble windshield works great. But there are a couple of things I would like to say before you go ahead and buy it.

Number one is that the sticker is a pain in the bottom to remove, but I'm sure a thing like that shouldn't hold anybody back to purchase one.

I'm 5'5" and the windshield does an great job at deflecting the wind away from my shoulders and helmet, but taller guys who purchased the same windshield aren't as satisfied as me.


Bottom line:

In my opinion the $70, delivered, it's well worth it. I'm sure there are or will be other options out there but for now I'm pleased with it. If you already put your baby to hibernate over the winter you might just want to wait until next season, who knows what options are available at that time. It looks that the weather in the Midwest is gonna be fairly good all this week, I'll try to make time to ride more and update any find.

To be continued... maybe. )

 

[FitZ6R]

I put on my Yamaha raised bubble screen on a few days ago, and have only ridden a couple times since.

My first impression on the highway was "not much difference," then I looked down and realized I was doing about 15 MPH faster than I felt I was. At highway speed, there's a noticeable (not overwhelming, but noticeable) reduction in wind pressure / buffeting. At all speeds, it's a bit quieter, and I can hear more of the bike and less of the wind.

So, based on my limited esperience, I think it's a worthwhile improvement (and I don't know why Yamaha didn't supply this screen as stock). I also think it looks a better than the stock screen, both from the street and the saddle.

 

[joloy133]

Thanks for the feedback. Hearing more bike and less wind may be the deal maker for me!

 

[FitZ6R]

Thanks for the feedback. Hearing more bike and less wind may be the deal maker for me!

As I think about it, I wonder if the curved screen is acting as a parabolic sound reflector. Or I could be imagining things. :don'tknow: But if I can imagine it, so can you!

 

[toastmaster]

FitZ6R: how tall are you? Like BigEvilDoer, I'm 6' tall, so if you're similarly tall, then it sounds like this would be a great addition for me.

 

[FitZ6R]

FitZ6R: how tall are you? Like BigEvilDoer, I'm 6' tall, so if you're similarly tall, then it sounds like this would be a great addition for me.

I'm 5' 7" on a good day. How's the weather up there?

 

[toastmaster]

Ah, ok, thanks for the info!

 

[Roaddawg]

FitZ6R: how tall are you? Like BigEvilDoer, I'm 6' tall, so if you're similarly tall, then it sounds like this would be a great addition for me.

Hey Toast, I'm 6'3" and have the same feelings about the screen as FitZ6R did. Better than stock, but nothing huge. For the price, it's worth it. Also, I bought mine online through Stadium Yamaha, since they had the best price I could find anywhere. $55 plus about $8 to ship to CA.
2009 Yamaha FZ6R Yamaha Raised Bubble Windscreen (Clear) at Stadium Yamaha

 

[toastmaster]

Awesome, thanks for the data point, Roaddawg. I guess I'm joining the club soon

 

[Bigevildoer]

FitZ6R: how tall are you? Like BigEvilDoer, I'm 6' tall, so if you're similarly tall, then it sounds like this would be a great addition for me.

I'm 6' bang on the money, weigh 213 lbs. The seat on my FZ6R is also in the raised position, rear shock preload set to 6. I figure this information is pertinent as the seat raises you up higher, and the preload prevents the rear end from sagging - in effect keeping my head and shoulders in the airstream a little more.

HOpe this helps!

 

[ksanbon]

Thanks for the input & pics everyone.

I bought my clear raised-bubble windscreen from the dealer (good guy) and paid the retail $69 + tax.

Installed it in 2 minutes and removed the sticker in 30 (ridiculous!)

Went on a test ride, rode downwind & upwind. The new screen eliminated the wind blast at my chest & smoothed the airflow around my helmet. I'm still getting wind noise in the helmet (new HJC) but sealing leaks might help. BTW, I'm 5'9" and my seat is at the stock height.

I was going to keep the old one, but I don't think I ever want to use it again.

 

[CGENGO]

Double-bubble effects...

At 5'8" I noticed the new windscreen (thanks Santa) does push more of the air up and over my head. However, I also noticed that a portion of air is now hitting my upper arms. This was a strange new sensation, forcing me to close the "pit-zips" for the ride. But it sure looks good!