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Old 03-11-2010 | 08:02 PM
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Question sidecar windshield help.

bought a sidecar that needs some fixin up, that includes a windshield. i havent been able to find any onlie so im thinking about what else would fit? sowmobile, boat, maybe evan a bike windshield could work? i have evan been told i could possibly make one from shaping plexi glass. any clues on any of this?
 
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Old 03-11-2010 | 08:42 PM
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Have you tried the sidecar manufacturer?
Making one shouldn't be too difficult but I wouldn't use plexi due to strength. Lexan is much stronger, you should find it near the plexi at your local home center.
 
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Old 03-11-2010 | 09:08 PM
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cool, i will look into it. THANKS!
 
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Old 03-11-2010 | 09:38 PM
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What kind of sidecar is it? Can you post a pic or two? There are many different styles of sidecar and not all would look good with the same windscreen.

The one my sidecar can be purchased by itself from Motorvation, if that helps. I know other makers also sell various windscreens.

Of course, you could just go without. To me it's a close question. I opted for it largely for looks and maybe it will keep a little wind off the kids.
 
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Old 03-11-2010 | 09:43 PM
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In case it helps, this pic gives a slightly better view of the windscreen:



This one may help a little, too:



They call it a Brooklands screen.
 
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Old 03-11-2010 | 09:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Just-a-Guy
What kind of sidecar is it? Can you post a pic or two? There are many different styles of sidecar and not all would look good with the same windscreen.

The one my sidecar can be purchased by itself from Motorvation, if that helps. I know other makers also sell various windscreens.

Of course, you could just go without. To me it's a close question. I opted for it largely for looks and maybe it will keep a little wind off the kids.
it is an HD about an 1982. i lost the cable to hook the camera to the puter, stll lookin. i would like a low profile tinted one thats why im looking for a custom job or somthing that can be modified. the car itself has to be modified to fit the bike (a 99 wide glide) found a guy who does great fabricating.
 
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Old 03-11-2010 | 09:49 PM
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You might want to check out the Hack section of advrider.com. Best source of sidecar info I have found on the net. Crazy bunch of people, too.

Congrats on the acquisition. Looking forward to some pics!

Mark
 
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Originally Posted by Just-a-Guy
In case it helps, this pic gives a slightly better view of the windscreen:



This one may help a little, too:



They call it a Brooklands screen.
nice windshield, never seen one like it.
 
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Old 03-11-2010 | 09:52 PM
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much appreciated will do
 
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