Anyone have any recommendations for a windshield for a Vulcan S? I'm a relatively short rider looking for the right balance between wind protection and preserving the good looks of the bike. 
kshirschmd
Windshield Recommendations for Vulcan S?
Anyone have any recommendations for a windshield for a Vulcan S? I'm a relatively short rider looking for the right balance between wind protection and preserving the good looks of the bike.
I'm in the same boat, following this thread.
Got the short cafe screen now. Looks really good but i'm not sure it's autumn proof
Got the short cafe screen now. Looks really good but i'm not sure it's autumn proof
I’m 5’6” (66 inch) and I use this one from Puig:
I still see the tip of my front wheel when I sit up and the wind just slightly touches the top of my helmet.
I didn’t make any changes to the seating and pegs positions.
I still see the tip of my front wheel when I sit up and the wind just slightly touches the top of my helmet.
I didn’t make any changes to the seating and pegs positions.
Here is what I have on my Vulcan S Cafe:
www.nationalcycle.com
I only looked for polycarbonate to increase protection.
N25042 Deflector Screen™
The Deflector Screen™ is one of our trademark products and is the most copied windshield worldwide. But only ours offers our patented no-tool Rake Adjust™ Hardware and our exclusive Quantum® hardcoated polycarbonate. Included Mount Kit is easy to install.
That looks interesting! Do you know if it works with the OEM light bar? The wife loves the look of the light bar and refuses to give it up.
Another vote for the Puig New Generation Touring windscreen. I just ordered my 2nd one... the one installed in 2016 has a few battle scars now, but it's worked well for me (5'4").
I went with the oem Kawasaki deflector. $373 for the deflector and mount kit from my dealer. A bit expensive but looks the best in my opinion. As well as blocking a bit of wind.
hey welcome @kshirschmd ! Great first post - a question to get to modifying your machine.
ProTip - the search on the forums works pretty darn well.
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you can then type in the keyword or phrase AND narrow it to just the Vulcan S portion of the forums
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blam! so many posts -- so many pictures -- so many things to look at and get feedback -- all the way back to 2015!
www.vulcanforums.com
also another vote for the Puig Naked New Generation, smoke color
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before someone asks.. these are the levers on Ebay
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CNC Long Clutch Brake Levers For Kawasaki GPZ500S/EX500R NINJA 1990-2009 Purple
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from this seller: YSW Racing | eBay Stores (you choose the vulcan s and color at checkout)
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seat beads: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LVV78XL/
the keen eye will see a devils bell: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09TTKSF73/
and an aftermarket horn: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CQDRN4 (yeah its loud)
not seen - aftermarket LED main light and parking/courtesy light.
Auxito Motorcycle H4 9003 LED Headlight High Low Beam Auxito Motorcycle H4 9003 LED Headlight High Low Beam 6000K Bulb 8000LM All-in-1 | eBay
194 LED Interior Bulbs T10 LED Car Bulbs https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W422PSW/
Good luck on your decision and be sure to post back to this thread with pictures of what YOU chose and WHY so others can take benefit of the community.
ProTip - the search on the forums works pretty darn well.
you can then type in the keyword or phrase AND narrow it to just the Vulcan S portion of the forums
blam! so many posts -- so many pictures -- so many things to look at and get feedback -- all the way back to 2015!
Search results for query: windshield
www.vulcanforums.com
also another vote for the Puig Naked New Generation, smoke color
before someone asks.. these are the levers on Ebay
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CNC Long Clutch Brake Levers For Kawasaki GPZ500S/EX500R NINJA 1990-2009 Purple
"
from this seller: YSW Racing | eBay Stores (you choose the vulcan s and color at checkout)
seat beads: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LVV78XL/
the keen eye will see a devils bell: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09TTKSF73/
and an aftermarket horn: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CQDRN4 (yeah its loud)
not seen - aftermarket LED main light and parking/courtesy light.
Auxito Motorcycle H4 9003 LED Headlight High Low Beam Auxito Motorcycle H4 9003 LED Headlight High Low Beam 6000K Bulb 8000LM All-in-1 | eBay
194 LED Interior Bulbs T10 LED Car Bulbs https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W422PSW/
Good luck on your decision and be sure to post back to this thread with pictures of what YOU chose and WHY so others can take benefit of the community.
I have the OEM (Kawasaki) medium height windscreen on mine. I'm 5'5 and it was fine for me, riding year round. The factory screen on wife's Vulcan S Cafe would send the wind right at my chest. It's fine when the weather is warm, but not what I prefer when the temperature is in the 20's or 30's (Fahrenheit)
Have you thought about the windshield Madstad sells for our Vulcan S?
Adjustable & Removable Motorcycle Windshield System by Madstad Engineering
18" Light Gray
Includes mounting brackets
Like new!
Selling for $170 (over 50% off!)
Local pickup Ok
Shipping cost not included
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Adjustable & Removable Motorcycle Windshield System by Madstad Engineering
18" Light Gray
Includes mounting brackets
Like new!
Selling for $170 (over 50% off!)
Local pickup Ok
Shipping cost not included
I saw your Vulcan. Really good looking bike! I might be looking for a windshield on a new Vulcan depending on things go in the next few days, if I get my own. I can't DM you right now, but I might do so once I get the ability to
Well I have no idea. I dont think I even have seen the OEM light bar. I will check though. I guess it's all about where the bar is fixed and if it goes in the way of the Madstad or not.
EDIT> Do you have a photo? From what I see now the bar is not attached to the fork tubes. The width can be an issue though
EDIT> Do you have a photo? From what I see now the bar is not attached to the fork tubes. The width can be an issue though
I've been considering this one from T-Rex but I haven't really been able to find any reviews.
T-Rex Racing 22015 - 2021 Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 Adjustable Windshield
T-Rex Racing 22015 - 2021 Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 Adjustable Windshield
Another vote for the Puig Windshield.
https://a.co/d/eh8tGeI
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Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS 2015 & Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017
https://a.co/d/eh8tGeI
Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS 2015 & Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017
I'm sure others are great, but I'm a fan of the Madstad. This thread outlines my experience with it: www.vulcanforums.com/threads/madstad-windshields.316556/#post-3127368. I still am very happy with it.
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The 18’ is fine for me (5’11) I just dont need it since i mostly go for short rides in the local mountains and canyon. Very little freeway.
Ok. It’s $170 + shipping. Unless you can pick it up here in the SG valley. DM me so we can finetune the details
I highly recommend just getting the Kawasaki genuine windshield. I tried Madstad and the buffeting was so bad, I spent 3 months adjusting the shield by lowering, angling, raising, and at one point the latches failed while riding and the shield snapped onto the speedometer. After that the cost to return and restock the shield costed $120. By that point I could have just spent the $300 for the shield and the correct brackets from Kawasaki. I can say the Kawasaki shield is really sturdy, causes no buffeting, and was supremely easy to install. Hope that helps! Good luck!Anyone have any recommendations for a windshield for a Vulcan S? I'm a relatively short rider looking for the right balance between wind protection and preserving the good looks of the bike.
I found the high Kawasaki windshield + bracket for 140,- on our local craigslist (Dutch: Marktplaats) in mint condition. A steal compared to dealer price.
The difference is big but sadly not all in the good way.
On low speeds I feel no wind at all but on highway speed it starts buffeting on my helmet. Very annoying and way worse than the normal clean wind you get with the cafe racer windshield.
The shield is angled a bit odd too, it looks to steep compared to the front suspension.
When I have the time I'll try it with only the bottom two bolts attached so I can vary the angle during the ride.
The metal has room for a few extra holes so I might go that way. I'll keep you posted but it might take a while.
In terms of looks. I prefer the cafe racer shield but the high windshield isn't to bad. Not that big of a deal and I'll happily switch during the colder (rainy) weather if I can solve the buffeting.
For reference I'm 1,70M (5,6ft).
The difference is big but sadly not all in the good way.
On low speeds I feel no wind at all but on highway speed it starts buffeting on my helmet. Very annoying and way worse than the normal clean wind you get with the cafe racer windshield.
The shield is angled a bit odd too, it looks to steep compared to the front suspension.
When I have the time I'll try it with only the bottom two bolts attached so I can vary the angle during the ride.
The metal has room for a few extra holes so I might go that way. I'll keep you posted but it might take a while.
In terms of looks. I prefer the cafe racer shield but the high windshield isn't to bad. Not that big of a deal and I'll happily switch during the colder (rainy) weather if I can solve the buffeting.
For reference I'm 1,70M (5,6ft).
Since I started this thread (and thanks for the many suggestions!), I went with the Puig windshield. Pix attached. Installation was very easy and I think it looks good on the bike. Just took it for a freeway ride and I'm very satisfied. There's a little bit (not a lot) of buffeting at my collarbones and right under my chin, but honestly I don't think it's any more than without the windshield, and probably less. So, a satisfied customer....
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Since I started this thread (and thanks for the many suggestions!), I went with the Puig windshield. Pix attached. Installation was very easy and I think it looks good on the bike. Just took it for a freeway ride and I'm very satisfied. There's a little bit (not a lot) of buffeting at my collarbones and right under my chin, but honestly I don't think it's any more than without the windshield, and probably less. So, a satisfied customer....
@kshirschmd , love the color of your Vulcan S! Would've been my 1st choice, had I had a choice, LOL. I purchased what I was told was one of the last 2023's in my area of NH. Picking it up next week, and I have a pile of accessories to install after I get it home!
I ordered a Puig naked touring shield on the recommendations of many folks on the forum here. I read some reviews online from people saying it wasn't high enough, but I'm only 5'8", so I'm hoping it'll keep the wind off my chest & helmet.
Update 6/29: The Puig naked touring shield was tiny in real life. I'm only 5'8" but I would say the Puig was 4-5 inches too short anyway. It only protected my chest & put all of the wind right in my face, LOL. I'm still looking for a taller shield.
Update 6/29: The Puig naked touring shield was tiny in real life. I'm only 5'8" but I would say the Puig was 4-5 inches too short anyway. It only protected my chest & put all of the wind right in my face, LOL. I'm still looking for a taller shield.
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