Author Topic: Windshield options  (Read 1985 times)

whozleft

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Windshield options
« on: June 29, 2012, 11:14:31 AM »
Hi all,

I just bought a new  leftover 2010 250xcitng. I was wondering if anyone can tell me where to look for different wiindshields that are avaiable for this scoot. This is my first scooter and I don't have a clue as to where to start looking for accessories and ssuch.

Thanks for your help.

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Re: Windshield options
« Reply #1 on: June 29, 2012, 10:49:35 PM »
Congratulations on your purchase.  The XC250 is a fun bike.  As for windshield options, I know that GIVI makes a windshield that several others have used, but I think they had to slightly modify it.  I suggest that you check older posts in this forum area and also check the XC500 part of the forum for ideas.  Good luck.
Bill
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2009 Xciting 250Ri - gone :(
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Re: Windshield options
« Reply #2 on: June 29, 2012, 11:19:14 PM »
I just bought the tall givi for my x250 09 a few weeks ago.  I really haven't ridden it much since, but I can see the screen makes a big difference.  This is the screen that is so tall that you actually look through it, and it is clear acrylic.   People that don't like to look through it have trimmed it down.  the trick would be to trim just enough to look over it, yet still get the wind shielding.

As it is now, I no longer have to put my helmet screen down, and the ride is much quieter without all of the wind buffeting.  It is much more relaxing.  Long term, I don't know what I will think or if I will miss all the wind.  I think I will like and prefer the Givi.   It is easy enough to switch the screens out to go back and forth I suppose.

I did notice a slight drop in speed at given rpms, but not much, certainly not enough to worry about.  If you google givi windscreens Kymco I am sure several retailers will pop up.
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Re: Windshield options
« Reply #3 on: September 04, 2012, 09:10:36 AM »
A cheaper option is that you take off the windshield and drill 2 additional holes in the plastic holding console. This will allow you to fit the OEM screen higher, giving you better protection. It's fairly simple. It works for me much better than the original setup.

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Re: Windshield options
« Reply #4 on: September 05, 2012, 12:55:19 AM »
Golota,

Great idea, thanks fdor the info.

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