Tinted windshield?

Kedosto · 02-20-2012, 11:27 PM

So I'm gonna order a new windshield to replace the one I toasted recently. I was thinking about going tinted instead of clear.

Anybody got pics they'd be willing to post showing off their tinted screen? Bonus points if it's the light tint on a black bike.

It's been suggested that the tint helps hide small nicks and scratches. Any truth in that?

Post 'em if you got 'em!

Thanks,
Kev

**Top Cat** · 02-20-2012, 11:50 PM

I have a light grey tint Clearview shield. You don't even notice the tint unless you really look for it. It is nothing like tinted windows on a car.

Monkeyman · 02-21-2012, 05:13 AM

Generally, tinted windshields aren't just films like on cars. The tint is impregnated in the plexi so it will still be tinted if you happen to put a scratch in it. Because of this, they do a very good job of hiding minor scratches. Major gouges just can't be hid.

cactusjack · 02-21-2012, 09:15 AM

I have had a tinted windshield on all my fairings, haven't seen many bikes with a fully tinted windshield without a fairing, like a Nomad or Road King.

Tint is nice, since I don't look through my windshields it has no impact on my visibility.

dank · 02-21-2012, 09:31 AM

I would be uneasy about a tinted screen on a Nomad. I agree with CJ that you look over the screen, but his is a short screen. If you are replacing it with a screen the height of the OEM Nomad screen, then although you look over it, you will have a significant portion of you forward view that is tinted, which could be an issue in the dark for road hazards. If you are getting a shorter one, then probably not an issue.

VulcanE · 02-21-2012, 09:45 AM

I have a tinted Clearview on my fairing, and it has it's pros & cons.
Some of the pros: it does cut down on glare in the daytime. At night, if an oncoming car has bright lights (HID), you can duck down a little to look thru the shield and it does cut down on the glare. And it looks good on the bike.
Some of the cons: It shows things like bugs more visibly. It does darken the area at night that you see thru the shield.
Overall, I do like the tinted shield, and I'm on my second one.

**nomadtom69** · 02-21-2012, 04:18 PM

Have a recure dark one on my Nomad it is 7" high I look over it do not do a whole lot of night riding but if I do it is low enough to see over
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**glwilson** · 02-21-2012, 07:17 PM

I have a dark tinted on my fairing. I like it for the looks, but wouldn't want to have to look through it.

For the record; my windshield comes just to the bridge of my nose when I sit in a relaxed position so I can see over it most all the time. I only use it to deflect air and rain.

I rode the bike in a horrendous storm down at the National in Maggie Valley and had to lean over to look through it to avoid some of the downpour occurring. It not good to look through in that situation, and at night during a bad storm it was impossible to look-thru. A clear one would have been better by far.

So from a practical standpoint, get a clear windshield that you can use when you most need to -- and if you ride enough, you will have to eventually.

If you want the bike to just look good... get a tinted shield.

Your choice.

Bud2rat · 02-29-2012, 08:38 PM

I have an 8" recurve light medium tint that I purchased from Longridershield.com that seems to be working well. If interested in a photo go to the 1500-1600 forum under Memphis Shades questions. Sorry having problems trying to download photos.

02-20-2012, 11:27 PM	#1
Kedosto Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: San Leandro, California Posts: 273	Tinted windshield? So I'm gonna order a new windshield to replace the one I toasted recently. I was thinking about going tinted instead of clear. Anybody got pics they'd be willing to post showing off their tinted screen? Bonus points if it's the light tint on a black bike. It's been suggested that the tint helps hide small nicks and scratches. Any truth in that? Post 'em if you got 'em! Thanks, Kev Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-20-2012, 11:50 PM	#2
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	I have a light grey tint Clearview shield. You don't even notice the tint unless you really look for it. It is nothing like tinted windows on a car. __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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02-21-2012, 05:13 AM	#3
Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	Generally, tinted windshields aren't just films like on cars. The tint is impregnated in the plexi so it will still be tinted if you happen to put a scratch in it. Because of this, they do a very good job of hiding minor scratches. Major gouges just can't be hid. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860
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02-21-2012, 09:15 AM	#4
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	I have had a tinted windshield on all my fairings, haven't seen many bikes with a fully tinted windshield without a fairing, like a Nomad or Road King. Tint is nice, since I don't look through my windshields it has no impact on my visibility. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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02-21-2012, 09:31 AM	#5
dank Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,595	I would be uneasy about a tinted screen on a Nomad. I agree with CJ that you look over the screen, but his is a short screen. If you are replacing it with a screen the height of the OEM Nomad screen, then although you look over it, you will have a significant portion of you forward view that is tinted, which could be an issue in the dark for road hazards. If you are getting a shorter one, then probably not an issue. __________________ Dan K Member #100 2009 ST1300: Performance exceeding even Victory riders' boasts. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-21-2012, 09:45 AM	#6
VulcanE Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cartersville, Georgia Posts: 4,838	I have a tinted Clearview on my fairing, and it has it's pros & cons. Some of the pros: it does cut down on glare in the daytime. At night, if an oncoming car has bright lights (HID), you can duck down a little to look thru the shield and it does cut down on the glare. And it looks good on the bike. Some of the cons: It shows things like bugs more visibly. It does darken the area at night that you see thru the shield. Overall, I do like the tinted shield, and I'm on my second one. __________________ Cliff "VulcanE" Evans 2005 Blue & Silver 1600 Nomad VBA # 320 VROC # 20381
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02-21-2012, 04:18 PM	#7
nomadtom69 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryville, Tn Posts: 2,657	Have a recure dark one on my Nomad it is 7" high I look over it do not do a whole lot of night riding but if I do it is low enough to see over http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/...m/DSC00864.jpg http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/...m/DSC00865.jpg __________________ (NomadTom69)Tom Green Previous bikes - 2004 BMW R1200 CLC 2006 Nomad 1600 Black -1985 BMW K100 RT VBA #001609 Viet-Nam Vet 71-72 Maryville , Tn. Maggie Valley '11-Townsend '12-Estes Park '13- Copperhead fall rally "13- Elkins WV '14- Eureka Springs ' 15- Helen Ga. SE Rally '16
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02-21-2012, 07:17 PM	#8
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	I have a dark tinted on my fairing. I like it for the looks, but wouldn't want to have to look through it. For the record; my windshield comes just to the bridge of my nose when I sit in a relaxed position so I can see over it most all the time. I only use it to deflect air and rain. I rode the bike in a horrendous storm down at the National in Maggie Valley and had to lean over to look through it to avoid some of the downpour occurring. It not good to look through in that situation, and at night during a bad storm it was impossible to look-thru. A clear one would have been better by far. So from a practical standpoint, get a clear windshield that you can use when you most need to -- and if you ride enough, you will have to eventually. If you want the bike to just look good... get a tinted shield. Your choice. __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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02-29-2012, 08:38 PM	#9
Bud2rat Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: St. Pauls, NC Posts: 2,089	I have an 8" recurve light medium tint that I purchased from Longridershield.com that seems to be working well. If interested in a photo go to the 1500-1600 forum under Memphis Shades questions. Sorry having problems trying to download photos.
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