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In the early 70's Craig Vetter proved to me that vents work.
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V100S Pricing
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OEM's are adding vents on their shields, Harley for one. I didn't word it very well. Putting the shield mid-way in its adjustment is essentially doing the same thing as far as I can determine. I looked at the CalSci shields on their website, they are pretty tall. I wonder about the strain on the mounts.
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I've had the second tallest size on my Norge for over 4 years. No problem even adjusting the screen at speed. I ride in a silent cocoon.
In reference to my post above (#20) I was scanning the CalSci website again and fell victim to my 'you only live once gene'. It was delivered within 48 hours and with the sun back in Virginia mounted it up and took a 75-mile outing on it. I purchased the medium item.
From an aesthetic standpoint I think it is in better harmony with the bike than the Givi. At the lower setting it is about 2 inches higher than the stock. The pics below are at the highest setting.
It was a gusty ride this afternoon but the air behind the screen was pretty smooth, no buffeting until the screen was at or just above the minimum height. The noise was still there though, but to be fair the windy day didn't help. I will update after a quieter day. So far so good.
I have emailed CalSci as there were some issues with fitting and the hardware provided, I'm presuming I will get a response after Easter, in fairness I won't go further until I give CalSci an opportunity to respond. As with GTM I appreciate small enterprises that expand our options with quality aftermarket items.
In the meantime, if you are about to make a purchase PM me and I will provide my experience.
Cheers. T2
From an aesthetic standpoint I think it is in better harmony with the bike than the Givi. At the lower setting it is about 2 inches higher than the stock. The pics below are at the highest setting.
It was a gusty ride this afternoon but the air behind the screen was pretty smooth, no buffeting until the screen was at or just above the minimum height. The noise was still there though, but to be fair the windy day didn't help. I will update after a quieter day. So far so good.
I have emailed CalSci as there were some issues with fitting and the hardware provided, I'm presuming I will get a response after Easter, in fairness I won't go further until I give CalSci an opportunity to respond. As with GTM I appreciate small enterprises that expand our options with quality aftermarket items.
In the meantime, if you are about to make a purchase PM me and I will provide my experience.
Cheers. T2
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Good to hear T2. I currently have a MG touring screen with a x-creen clamped at the top. It seems to be just a little short. I’ve been waffling between CalSci and GIVI. Pros and cons exist for each… I agree, the CalSci “looks” best, and, I appreciate Steve’s knowledge and dedication. I worry a little about the vent in the rain though, as I use my phone as a GPS. Minor concern. Yes, let us know your further impressions, I’m sure you’ll be happy!
Oh how I’m glad that my low OEM wind screen works well with me without buffeting 
I don’t like the looks of taller screens in general, and a taller screen on the V100 doesn’t match the style of the bike.
Nonetheless I understand you guys if you have buffeting you feel a need to sort out.
I don’t like the looks of taller screens in general, and a taller screen on the V100 doesn’t match the style of the bike.
Nonetheless I understand you guys if you have buffeting you feel a need to sort out.
I'm with Tebax in that I think the bike looks best with the OEM screens which isn't really a surprise however I do find I get a bit of buffeting especially at higher speeds. Whether I'd still get buffeting at higher speeds even with an aftermarket screen I don't know so I'm following developments here with interest.
I really like the extra peace I get while riding scenic roads behind the taller windshield. I didn't buy my V100 to look at. I bought it to ride. But it does look best without the tall shield or the top box that sits way behind the bike.
I've used CalSci in the past. They design and build nice, effective windshields.
I've used CalSci in the past. They design and build nice, effective windshields.
A quick update to my post#24 above.
CalSci re-supplied corrected hardware, which I have now installed and removed the OEM hardware.
From a performance standpoint it is superior to the GIVI IMO. No buffeting at all. I have since fitted a lip to the screen so I can angle air up a bit more and that has reduced the noise. It also allows the CalSci to be lower and not feel the edge of the screen is so close. Keep in mind I have the taller OEM seat and Rox Risers - so I'm much more upright than would be the case with bike as purchased.
It is possible to use the OEM hardware, BUT the OEM bolt is only 20mm (vs CS M6x25) which is a bit short as the CS supplied grommets are thicker than the OEM - black M6x25mm bolts would be more secure if using the stock black spacers (and I might yet do that myself).
Both the stock and the Givi windshields are molded to fit flush to the mount points on the frame. The Givi uses the OEM wider, flatter and thinner grommet along with the other OEM fittings, however, the CalSci has curvature at the mounting points, which makes for a slightly 'cocked' look to the grommet when tightened down. It also makes it a little trickier to get the CalSci mounted regardless of which hardware is used. The CalSci screen is made of a different material I believe, is thicker, and I'm guessing does not lend itself the more intricate molding of the OEM/Givi screen mounting points.
The screen design also puts the inner edge of the mounting frame right up against the plastic of the screen. The supplied instructions suggest using electrical tape on the frame to prevent scuffing the plastic. I didn't bother, I'll take a little scuffing over using electrical tape that will get crappy & sticky quickly as the sun beats down on it. Any scuffing, if it occurs, will be out of the line of sight, and wouldn't bother me.
In summary, the CalSci is a better solution for my needs, and the lip was the final missing piece. Not everyone's cuppa tea I know, but it is working for me.
T2
CalSci re-supplied corrected hardware, which I have now installed and removed the OEM hardware.
From a performance standpoint it is superior to the GIVI IMO. No buffeting at all. I have since fitted a lip to the screen so I can angle air up a bit more and that has reduced the noise. It also allows the CalSci to be lower and not feel the edge of the screen is so close. Keep in mind I have the taller OEM seat and Rox Risers - so I'm much more upright than would be the case with bike as purchased.
It is possible to use the OEM hardware, BUT the OEM bolt is only 20mm (vs CS M6x25) which is a bit short as the CS supplied grommets are thicker than the OEM - black M6x25mm bolts would be more secure if using the stock black spacers (and I might yet do that myself).
Both the stock and the Givi windshields are molded to fit flush to the mount points on the frame. The Givi uses the OEM wider, flatter and thinner grommet along with the other OEM fittings, however, the CalSci has curvature at the mounting points, which makes for a slightly 'cocked' look to the grommet when tightened down. It also makes it a little trickier to get the CalSci mounted regardless of which hardware is used. The CalSci screen is made of a different material I believe, is thicker, and I'm guessing does not lend itself the more intricate molding of the OEM/Givi screen mounting points.
The screen design also puts the inner edge of the mounting frame right up against the plastic of the screen. The supplied instructions suggest using electrical tape on the frame to prevent scuffing the plastic. I didn't bother, I'll take a little scuffing over using electrical tape that will get crappy & sticky quickly as the sun beats down on it. Any scuffing, if it occurs, will be out of the line of sight, and wouldn't bother me.
In summary, the CalSci is a better solution for my needs, and the lip was the final missing piece. Not everyone's cuppa tea I know, but it is working for me.
T2