M50 windshield - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

serhan · 01-07-2007, 08:58 PM

Can anyone recommend a windshield for M50. The one that Suzuki offers seems a little short, has anyone tried it at highway speeds? Is it worth the $350? Does anyone have any pictures of the bike with after market windshield?

Thanks.

bakdoor · 03-20-2007, 07:54 PM

I ponied up for the Suzuki model after I came home from Daytona last year and actually saw it on an M50. I was all set to go for a Memphis Shades model, but when I saw the Suzuki one, it just looked right, like it was designed for the bike. Does it completely shield you from wind buffet? No. Does it cut down on it significantly? Yes. And does it look cooler than all the other ones out there. (IMHO) yes.

I guess it comes down to price vs looks vs function. I thought the Suzuki one was a good balance of the three, and it was a breeze to install, at that.

Good luck!

SNAFU · 03-20-2007, 11:02 PM

Both windshields look good.

Here is a shot a a Hellcat courtesy of Lexcruiser.
http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/fo...some-pics.html

Here is a suzuki oem courtesy of automogul.
M50_Front1.jpg - Image - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting

rlesley74 · 02-07-2008, 07:36 PM

So anything yet on the M50 windshield? I just got a 08 M50 a couple of months ago and haven't even seen one with a windshield or backrest. Any pics of info would be great to hear about.

SNAFU · 02-08-2008, 01:16 AM

to M-J Richard!

Introduce yourself here.New Member Pitstop - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

Then join us here. Marauder M50 Secret Hideaway - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

Tons of M50 Pics. with windshields and back rests here. http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/fo...hare-here.html

Nick Mystic · 02-11-2008, 12:54 PM

I've put a number of the mods you've mentioned on my '07 M50 Limited Edition. I've attached thumbnails showing the OEM windshield, a set of Memphis Fats clear lowers, Jardine Universal tilt passenger's backrest, Jardine rack, Grasshopper driver's backrest, Lindby highway bars, and Saddleman Cruis'n Slant Bags - Jumbo.

Regarding the utility of the OEM windshield, my experience is similar to what was related in an earlier posting. I really like the look of the windshield on the bike and it does a great job stopping the wind from hitting you in the chest, but does nothing for your helmet. To remedy the head buffeting I put on the set of lowers and that solved the problem. With the mounting brackets they cost less than $100 and are well worth it if you are having any helmet buffeting issues. They come in eight different colors, I think.

rlesley74 · 02-17-2008, 08:00 PM

Looking good, been looking at getting a passenger backrest, engine guards, and cargo rack myself, now I may even decide to get that windshield too. Quick question though, does it really keep the wind off? I ask cause being tall (6'6 here) I see alot of windshields thats just throw the wind right up under my helmet lol. Luckily though the M50's seat sits a good bit lower than alot of other bikes I'm checked out.

serhan · 02-18-2008, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rlesley74

So anything yet on the M50 windshield? I just got a 08 M50 a couple of months ago and haven't even seen one with a windshield or backrest. Any pics of info would be great to hear about.

Sorry for the delay...

Patophe · 06-12-2008, 11:28 AM

May somebody tell me the Memphis part number and the specs of this one (Height, Width, HeadLight size) ?

This one could it be good?

Ebay seller

raycogxxx · 06-15-2008, 12:52 AM

That price is just the shield (glass), you have to buy the mounting kit separately. Retail around an extra $115

Memphis Shades - Metric Sportshields

rkinn76 · 07-28-2008, 09:51 PM

I just installed a switchblade 2up on my 08 m50. What a differance. I don't think i'll ever take it off. Highly recommeded.

Smitsy_m50 · 10-20-2008, 09:55 PM

I'm also looking for a windshield, I want something that doesn't stand out, looks sporty and preferrably tinted...black or grey.

clydester · 10-20-2008, 11:30 PM

I fitted a MRA brand handlebar mounted screen to my 2007 M50. Made in Germany, quite good quality. Played around with the height for a while until I found the best, which incidently was lower down rather than higher up. I have ridden 3000 with the screen now and very happy. It takes just enough wind off to make riding around 120-140kph quite comfortable.

01-07-2007, 08:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
serhan Seat Tester Joined: Jan 2007 Bike: 08 FJR 1300A Location: Lawrence, Kansas Posts: 70	M50 windshield Can anyone recommend a windshield for M50. The one that Suzuki offers seems a little short, has anyone tried it at highway speeds? Is it worth the $350? Does anyone have any pictures of the bike with after market windshield? Thanks.

03-20-2007, 07:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
bakdoor Seat Tester Joined: Oct 2005 Bike: 2005 Boulevard M50 Location: Bear Creek, PA Posts: 68	I ponied up for the Suzuki model after I came home from Daytona last year and actually saw it on an M50. I was all set to go for a Memphis Shades model, but when I saw the Suzuki one, it just looked right, like it was designed for the bike. Does it completely shield you from wind buffet? No. Does it cut down on it significantly? Yes. And does it look cooler than all the other ones out there. (IMHO) yes. I guess it comes down to price vs looks vs function. I thought the Suzuki one was a good balance of the three, and it was a breeze to install, at that. Good luck! __________________ "Life has a funny way of sneaking up on you when you think everything's OK..." ~Alanis Morissette

03-20-2007, 11:02 PM	#3 (permalink)
SNAFU Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '06 M50 Black Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 5,011	Both windshields look good. Here is a shot a a Hellcat courtesy of Lexcruiser. http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/fo...some-pics.html Here is a suzuki oem courtesy of automogul. M50_Front1.jpg - Image - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting __________________

02-07-2008, 07:36 PM	#4 (permalink)
rlesley74 Newbie Joined: Feb 2008 Bike: 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M50 Location: Norfolk, Va Posts: 15	Also looking... So anything yet on the M50 windshield? I just got a 08 M50 a couple of months ago and haven't even seen one with a windshield or backrest. Any pics of info would be great to hear about.

02-08-2008, 01:16 AM	#5 (permalink)
SNAFU Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '06 M50 Black Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 5,011	to M-J Richard! Introduce yourself here.New Member Pitstop - Motorcycle-Journal Forums Then join us here. Marauder M50 Secret Hideaway - Motorcycle-Journal Forums Tons of M50 Pics. with windshields and back rests here. http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/fo...hare-here.html __________________

02-11-2008, 12:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
Nick Mystic In Training Joined: Sep 2007 Bike: Suzuki M50 Limited Edition 2007 Location: Western North Carolina Posts: 130	Windshield, backrests, and saddlebags on my M50 I've put a number of the mods you've mentioned on my '07 M50 Limited Edition. I've attached thumbnails showing the OEM windshield, a set of Memphis Fats clear lowers, Jardine Universal tilt passenger's backrest, Jardine rack, Grasshopper driver's backrest, Lindby highway bars, and Saddleman Cruis'n Slant Bags - Jumbo. Regarding the utility of the OEM windshield, my experience is similar to what was related in an earlier posting. I really like the look of the windshield on the bike and it does a great job stopping the wind from hitting you in the chest, but does nothing for your helmet. To remedy the head buffeting I put on the set of lowers and that solved the problem. With the mounting brackets they cost less than $100 and are well worth it if you are having any helmet buffeting issues. They come in eight different colors, I think. Attached Thumbnails

02-17-2008, 08:00 PM	#7 (permalink)
rlesley74 Newbie Joined: Feb 2008 Bike: 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M50 Location: Norfolk, Va Posts: 15	Looking good, been looking at getting a passenger backrest, engine guards, and cargo rack myself, now I may even decide to get that windshield too. Quick question though, does it really keep the wind off? I ask cause being tall (6'6 here) I see alot of windshields thats just throw the wind right up under my helmet lol. Luckily though the M50's seat sits a good bit lower than alot of other bikes I'm checked out.

06-12-2008, 11:28 AM	#9 (permalink)
Patophe Newbie Joined: Jun 2008 Bike: Boulevard M50 2005 Location: Saguenay, Québec, Canada Posts: 7	The Memphis Shades part no. May somebody tell me the Memphis part number and the specs of this one (Height, Width, HeadLight size) ? This one could it be good? Ebay seller

06-15-2008, 12:52 AM	#10 (permalink)
raycogxxx Sprocket Pilot Joined: Feb 2007 Bike: 2006 M50-Blue Location: Ft Worth, Texas Posts: 852	That price is just the shield (glass), you have to buy the mounting kit separately. Retail around an extra $115 Memphis Shades - Metric Sportshields __________________ "So long as they don't get violent, I want to let everyone say what they wish, for I myself have always said exactly what pleased me." -- Albert Einstein 2006 M50 Blue, Jardine Slash Cuts w/custom baffles (courtesy of BlueM50Chick), Saddleman Profiler Seat, Memphis Shades Poptop shield, Tour Master saddle and fork bags, Küryakyn Dually ISO-Pegs, Stebel Airhorn.

07-28-2008, 09:51 PM	#11 (permalink)
rkinn76 Newbie Joined: Jun 2008 Bike: 2008 Suzuki M50 Location: Middletown, NJ Posts: 8	windshield I just installed a switchblade 2up on my 08 m50. What a differance. I don't think i'll ever take it off. Highly recommeded.

10-20-2008, 09:55 PM	#12 (permalink)
Smitsy_m50 Newbie Joined: Oct 2008 Bike: 2008 Suzuki M50 Posts: 3	I'm also looking for a windshield, I want something that doesn't stand out, looks sporty and preferrably tinted...black or grey.

10-20-2008, 11:30 PM	#13 (permalink)
clydester Newbie Joined: Oct 2008 Bike: 2007 Suzuki M50 (Own) BMW R1200RT (work) KTM625EXC (work) Location: Canberra, ACT, Australia Posts: 7	I fitted a MRA brand handlebar mounted screen to my 2007 M50. Made in Germany, quite good quality. Played around with the height for a while until I found the best, which incidently was lower down rather than higher up. I have ridden 3000 with the screen now and very happy. It takes just enough wind off to make riding around 120-140kph quite comfortable.

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