Vulcan Drifter Riders

DISCUSSIONS => Drifter 1500 only => Topic started by: westbullhead on November 28, 2017, 16:49:02 PM

Title: Windshield preference
Post by: westbullhead on November 28, 2017, 16:49:02 PM
Which windshield,tinted or clear has a more vintage look.also is the taller windshield project a more vintage look. If you've changed to an Indian decal, who would you recommend buying the decal from.  I know this is pretty much individual preference, but what do you think?
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: CDNRatMan on November 28, 2017, 18:27:25 PM
  on my 800's I like the wide and eye level screens and I again a personal preference like to paint the inside of the lower part of the screen to hide the wiring behind it, and to make my decals stand out......
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: Pilgrim on November 28, 2017, 20:02:47 PM
I have the original Drifter windshield and I like it..got it off ebay several years ago and it came with the mounting brackets. It was new old stock. It is smaller and more egg shaped. I like it.
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: Old Drifter on November 28, 2017, 20:39:17 PM
Quote from: Pilgrim on November 28, 2017, 20:02:47 PM
I have the original Drifter windshield and I like it..got it off ebay several years ago and it came with the mounting brackets. It was new old stock. It is smaller and more egg shaped. I like it.

I have the same one (original Drifter windshield and mount brackets) and got it the same place new. Great windshield.
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: kw-retrorider on November 29, 2017, 03:35:04 AM
I have the original egg shaped one mine came with. IMO, that has the more vintage and minimal look.

Ratman: Like the painted lower section. What did you use? ... did you apply from the inside?
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: tgoelz on November 29, 2017, 08:08:46 AM
Personally, I like the Rifle windshields with the matte black mounting brackets.  You can order larger shields on their web site.  They also have lowers for the Drifters too. 
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: lonsdrifter on December 26, 2017, 19:41:46 PM
I've had 2 Cee Bailey windshield replacements & stuck with the stock height.
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: mittico68 on December 27, 2017, 03:17:01 AM
I've got this one (see pic), coming from an italian maker.
Originally, it was all clear and lately I've black painted the inside lower part.
P.S.: Sorry for the pic layin' downside... dunno why!
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: kw-retrorider on December 27, 2017, 05:25:56 AM
Mittico....that looks good...even sideways.

_ What kind of paint did you use on the bottom of the windscreen....looks like a flat or semi-gloss black.
- you painted the inside surface...yes?
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: mittico68 on December 27, 2017, 09:13:32 AM
Quote from: kw-retrorider on December 27, 2017, 05:25:56 AM
_ What kind of paint did you use on the bottom of the windscreen....looks like a flat or semi-gloss black.
- you painted the inside surface...yes?
Yes, I've painted the inside surface, but actually I can't remember what kind of paint I used.
I'll take a look and let you know, once I'll get back home this evening.
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: CDNRatMan on December 27, 2017, 19:21:30 PM
kw, used a plastic paint like Kryolan, Just be sure to wash the inside of the screen with a really good cleaner and degreaser, other wise the paint can orange peel..........
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: kw-retrorider on December 28, 2017, 05:46:34 AM
Thanks Ratman....
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: mittico68 on December 31, 2017, 02:52:03 AM
Kw, I know that Ratman has already answered your question...
But I want to keep my promise: I used a flat black paint; it's called Plasticolor and, as far as I can see, it's made in Germany.
Happy New Year, everybody!  8)
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: kw-retrorider on December 31, 2017, 10:38:09 AM
Thanks Mittico68....Buon Ano Nuovo!
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: mittico68 on December 31, 2017, 12:27:27 PM
Quote from: kw-retrorider on December 31, 2017, 10:38:09 AM
Thanks Mittico68....Buon Ano Nuovo!
Thanx bud!
But watch your italian... "Anno" and not "Ano" (P.S.: Ano is for ass!). ;)
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: kw-retrorider on January 01, 2018, 07:15:19 AM
My bad....I thought twice about one "n" or two...without looking it up. That's what happens when you don't practice the language. Glad you could interpret correctly....
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: mittico68 on January 01, 2018, 10:36:03 AM
Quote from: kw-retrorider on January 01, 2018, 07:15:19 AM
That's what happens when you don't practice the language. Glad you could interpret correctly....
It's the same for me, about english...  ;)
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: RockinRollin on January 03, 2018, 09:37:54 AM
What a difference one n can make Happy New Year or Happy ass year? :)
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: mittico68 on January 03, 2018, 10:46:41 AM
Quote from: RockinRollin on January 03, 2018, 09:37:54 AM
What a difference one n can make Happy New Year or Happy ass year? :)
;D
I think it's just a question of taste...  ;)
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: Pilgrim on January 03, 2018, 16:49:19 PM
Sorta like the difference between an oral thermometer and an anal thermometer....the taste. :o
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: mittico68 on January 04, 2018, 02:37:32 AM
Quote from: Pilgrim on January 03, 2018, 16:49:19 PM
Sorta like the difference between an oral thermometer and an anal thermometer....the taste. :o
;D
Title: Re: Windshield preference
Post by: greenbarn on January 05, 2018, 21:49:41 PM
LOL