2007-04-14 05:27:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
If you insist on making your own, use GE Lexan. It's a superior product. It's what the better ones are made of. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for forming. Heating and bending this stuff is not nearly as easy as it looks.
Replacement windshields for many fairings are available. The old Vetter stuff is back in production. A clear windscreen with brackets is available for about 100 bucks, less used.
I had an old Vetter, before the replacement screen became available again. I looked into making my own. The project died when I lost bearings in the engine.
I make machinery guards out of Lexan. The stuff is darn near bulletproof.
2007-04-14 05:52:20 · answer #1 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can but you need to have some skill to produce a good job. Acrylic sheet can be formed into shape using heat and it can be drilled and cut. The tools you use must be very sharp - woodworking tools are good. You can also polish the cut edges of the finished item using a plastic or metal polish for a fine finish. Keep the protective paper on it when working with it to protect the surfaces from scratches. Perspex is the best to use but expensive to buy as you need to buy a full sheet.
2007-04-14 05:41:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Oh I wouldn't if I were you. The screen has to withstand more than you think i.e. road debris such as stones or suicidal honey bees hitting it as your doing 70 down a country lane. The last thing you want on a bike journey is shards of plastic flying at your face. Go to somewhere like busters accessories or skidmarx online to buy a cheap screen.
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2007-04-14 05:34:10 · answer #3 · answered by shortymcstompy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
why would you want to...?
Do you prefer the "home-made" or DIY look?
2007-04-14 05:30:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋