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07-21-2010, 1:03 AM shovelhead Joined on 03-31-2010 ADAMS NE Posts 10 1st ride I took the custom out for a test ride tonight The carbs still are not just right but the bike is a blast to ride. I have never been on a bike wilth a windshield and high rpm is something I have trouble with but I will adjust Thanks for the help 1979 CX500 CUSTOM 1979 CX500 DELUXE 1973 NORTON HIGHRIDER 1977 XL 1978 SUPERGLIDE    Report

07-21-2010, 2:59 AM DakotaMK Joined on 06-01-2010 Ottawa, IL, USA Posts 90 Re: 1st ride How do you like the windshield? Before completely tearing down my bike for repainting, I took it for a spin sans fairing..... and I couldn't imagine having a bike without a windshield.. LOL... afraid if I ever want to get a second bike, I'll be so spoiled by getting my first one with a fairing! ;-) 1982 Honda GL500 This is my bike, there are others like it- but this one is mine!!    Report

07-21-2010, 12:17 PM shovelhead Joined on 03-31-2010 ADAMS NE Posts 10 Re: 1st ride I drive a truck for Crete Carrier and used to stop at Ottawa quite often. I like the windsheild just dandy but I also like riding without it. The bike came with Vetter fairing bags and trunk. I am going toT try pictures later. The bike has original paint and even the wheels look good. Thank you for the reply.This forum is great 1979 CX500 CUSTOM 1979 CX500 DELUXE 1973 NORTON HIGHRIDER 1977 XL 1978 SUPERGLIDE    Report

07-21-2010, 12:22 PM WildRussian Joined on 06-15-2009 Moscow, Russia Posts 224 Re: 1st ride I use windscreen one seasson only. Now - it is in my garage and happy by wind! Honda GL650 `83 Yamaha PW80 (Wife) --------------------------------- Why i ride bike? - God give 4 foot to animal and to man - 2 only. Age 38/25 skype: romanovi_ha_sergey    Report

07-21-2010, 12:32 PM DakotaMK Joined on 06-01-2010 Ottawa, IL, USA Posts 90 Re: 1st ride HaHa.... yeah, I see Crete all the time in Ottawa- I actually looked @ your location and had to kinda laugh. I started college @ UNL as an AniSci major, and I MISSSSSSS Lincoln!!!!! I don't ever want to be without the windshield and/ or fairing. It's also part of the look that I really like! 1982 Honda GL500 This is my bike, there are others like it- but this one is mine!!    Report

07-21-2010, 4:26 PM jayhanig Joined on 08-23-2008 Topsail Beach, NC USA Posts 927 Re: 1st ride I've tried my bike both ways and prefer a windshield.  It's exhilarating to ride without one until you get up to 45-50 MPH; then it gets to be more of a "hang on" situation.  Since I frequently ride on the highway at speeds of 55-70 MPH, I prefer the protection provided.  It also allows me to ride with my visor open without me having to spit out bugs later.  And I can't imagine riding in the winter without a windshield: that would be brutal. Jay 82 GL500 Silverwing (naked) Age 55 Dress for the slide.... not for the ride.    Report

07-21-2010, 5:08 PM Shep Joined on 01-30-2007 UK.2x1980CX500A Posts 7,647 Re: 1st ride  jayhanig wrote: I've tried my bike both ways and prefer a windshield.  It's exhilarating to ride without one until you get up to 45-50 MPH; then it gets to be more of a "hang on" situation.  Since I frequently ride on the highway at speeds of 55-70 MPH, I prefer the protection provided.  It also allows me to ride with my visor open without me having to spit out bugs later.  And I can't imagine riding in the winter without a windshield: that would be brutal. Ditto.These are a high bike to start with so on a Naked CX you get a lot of wind drag/chill factor. My Music http://www.reverbnation.com/pauldouglas/ Join Just In Case :) http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/ Id quot circumiret, circumveniat    Report

07-21-2010, 5:24 PM ramprat06 Joined on 03-22-2006 Vancouver WA USA Posts 361 Re: 1st ride +1 for a windscreen/shield.  I tried to go without after I had it off last for recent work, gave it to a co-member who had helped me out, and next day I was all like....."aww man, can I have it back???"  No way without for me, much more secure feeling and handles just great if you get them set right pitch wise. Joel in the Couve May the multitude of wheels in your head always control the two wheels between your legs. 1982 CX500 custom. 99% stock. 3rd owner New to me, Spring '03 ~7k miles Now, ~23k miles Age 55    Report

07-21-2010, 6:28 PM Blindstitch Joined on 03-14-2009 Greenfield Wisconsin Posts 9,863 Re: 1st ride I like my windshield. In fact I don't think I rode that far this season without it. Last year it was a solid no but now I don't mind and it only takes 30 seconds to take off and put back on. 1979 CX500 Supertanker ATGATT makes riding a bike like a sled easier. Quick Reference    Report

07-22-2010, 8:25 AM WildRussian Joined on 06-15-2009 Moscow, Russia Posts 224 Re: 1st ride "In Russia there are no roads. Russian road called the place where they are going to pass." The quality of asphalt is that ride comfort is not faster than 50-70 miles per hour. Standard walk me around 100 miles. With such conditions fairing an obstacle than comfort. But I like the dressed GL! For this reason, I saved it and he is always ready to install! Honda GL650 `83 Yamaha PW80 (Wife) --------------------------------- Why i ride bike? - God give 4 foot to animal and to man - 2 only. Age 38/25 skype: romanovi_ha_sergey    Report

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