P500 Still torn over which windshield to buy

[Bigtee]

I have a new 520 to be delivered in the next couple weeks. I have looked at every thread I can find on windshields, and looked at the manufacturers websites and have narrowed it down to two. Looking for some thoughts if you have experience with either of the two below. I know I do want a glass windshield and trying to decide between these two.

1. EMP LAMINATED GLASS WINDSHIELD

2. UTV 801 GLASS WINDSHIELD

 

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[J80]

I have the UTV 801 on mine and I really like it and it’s really easy to raise the flap on the front to get under the hood quick

 

[GrnP500]

I have the UTV 801 on mine and I really like it and it’s really easy to raise the flap on the front to get under the hood quick
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SAME^^^^^

 

[The Green Goat]

No personal experience, yet, but I've been in the same research boat. I was originally torn between the EMP and the SxS Windshields. I liked the SxS design better, but it was quite a bit more expensive. Recently discovered the UTV 801 which looks identical to the SxS Windshields version but at a mildly better price. I'll probably end up with it by the time winter rolls around. I don't have a need to access under my hood quickly once I've got everything installed in there because there won't be any room for storage, so the lack of a flap wasn't that big of a dealbreaker for me. However, I don't like how wide the 'margins' are around their glass in comparison to the SxS/801. It looks to be twice as wide. I can only imagine that takes up quite a bit of your view, which I wasn't a fan of.

 

[Bigtee]

No personal experience, yet, but I've been in the same research boat. I was originally torn between the EMP and the SxS Windshields. I liked the SxS design better, but it was quite a bit more expensive. Recently discovered the UTV 801 which looks identical to the SxS Windshields version but at a mildly better price. I'll probably end up with it by the time winter rolls around. I don't have a need to access under my hood quickly once I've got everything installed in there because there won't be any room for storage, so the lack of a flap wasn't that big of a dealbreaker for me. However, I don't like how wide the 'margins' are around their glass in comparison to the SxS/801. It looks to be twice as wide. I can only imagine that takes up quite a bit of your view, which I wasn't a fan of.

I noticed the same thing on the EMP windshield. The EMP also doesn’t say it will work on the 520. I contacted UTV801 with some questions about theirs and was sent several pictures. They were very helpful with my questions. I don’t care to spend the money, just don’t want to regret it later. I plan to mount cube lights at the bottom corners of the windshield and it is doable on the UTV801.

 

[Bigtee]

I have the UTV 801 on mine and I really like it and it’s really easy to raise the flap on the front to get under the hood quick
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I love the look of yours, it’s the one I found that sent me to UTV801. Mine will also have a Strongmade bumper and a SuperWinch Terra 45 on it.

 

[LilRedDonkey]

emp glass area to small. 801 looks bigger and better, from the inside where it matters. simple rectangle could be cut at any auto glass shop cheaper, should you break it.

 

[alto]

I definitely prefer a flip down, poly myself. Keeps the wind off when it's 13F, flips down to help with dust in the summer.

 

[BrianM]

I wanted a glass windshield with a wiper. Using a wiper on a poly one scratches it over time. Eventually though I got a poly one because I wanted the flip up design. Being able to lift the windshield when the weather is nice outweighed the glass for me.

 

[Kasmin]

I have the flip up super ATV type on mine. Love it. Having solid windshield causes dust problems in cab..I had one..took it off and turned it into back window.(it was also poly)

 

[CamoP500]

I have the UTV 801 windshield -from member on here known as "golden" Fred is his name (the one that says USA), my dad just purchased a 500 that has the EMP windshield. So I'm familiar with both. We both have EMP plastic roof -very nice roof by the way. The glass size difference isn't really noticeable, slight nod to the 801 here. The 801 windshield the entire bottom flips up, which can allow a lot of air through when its warm out and it quicker and easier access to remove the hood, which is basically never. The entire EMP windshield pivots up from the top and the bottom has rubber straps attaching to the roll cage. So to remove the hood you disconnect a rubber strap at each side of the windshield and it pivots up. You have to hold it up or put a block of wood or something in it to hold it up while you remove the hood. Nod to the 801 here. Again, so seldom that you need to remove the hood that access is a non issue to me. The vents on the EMP are some slots cut on each side of the bottom with an aluminum plate blocking them. You slide the plate out to get air in. The 801 allows far more air in by opening along the entire bottom. Big nod to the 801 on ventilation. The EMP comes with a hand windshield wiper. Its nothing fancy but works. There are similar on Amazon for about $25. So for $25 savings nod to the EMP on that. Both windshields are quality pieces. Don't know what the price on the 801 is now - last summer I think it was about $75 more than the EMP. After having hands on look at both I'm glad I have the 801. But I don't think you would be disappointed with the EMP. My use requires glass, not plastic. So I think these are the only two glass windshields out there.

 

[Mudder]

Seems hot in the southern summer. I take my full poly off in summer, then use a half or none.

 

[rickoshea]

I have a new 520 to be delivered in the next couple weeks. I have looked at every thread I can find on windshields, and looked at the manufacturers websites and have narrowed it down to two. Looking for some thoughts if you have experience with either of the two below. I know I do want a glass windshield and trying to decide between these two.

1. EMP LAMINATED GLASS WINDSHIELD
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2. UTV 801 GLASS WINDSHIELD
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🤣 I'd hate to be in your shoes when it's time to re tire.seriously,pick one,trash it,try the other.

 

[CamoP500]

Both the 801 and the EMP can be removed in a few minutes.

 

[Bigtee]

🤣 I'd hate to be in your shoes when it's time to re tire.seriously,pick one,trash it,try the other.

I can definitely tell you are not a people person.

 

[Mudder]

I can definitely tell you are not a people person.

Think he might be referring to paralysis analysis. Even worst for all the tire choices.

 

[The Green Goat]

Think he might be referring to paralysis analysis. Even worst for all the tire choices.

I suffer from this greatly.

 

[LarryAmboy]

I noticed the same thing on the EMP windshield. The EMP also doesn’t say it will work on the 520. I contacted UTV801 with some questions about theirs and was sent several pictures. They were very helpful with my questions. I don’t care to spend the money, just don’t want to regret it later. I plan to mount cube lights at the bottom corners of the windshield and it is doable on the UTV801.

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Who makes those side deflectors?


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[Bigtee]

Who makes those side deflectors?


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They are Wind Deflectors from UTV 801 also

 

[Bigtee]

Think he might be referring to paralysis analysis. Even worst for all the tire choices.

Tire choice is made, just gonna have to wait on them. Bighorn 26X9 front/26X11 rear, hopefully on silver ITP wheels.