P500 Super ATV Flip Windshield mod for hood access

[txbmcnabb]

Living in the south, I could not see purchasing a windshield that would only open a couple of inches in the summer when you need the air. However, in our cooler times or when I come across spider webs on trails, I wanted something that could block air. I purchased the SuperATV flip windshield knowing that I would need to mod the mounts on the bottom for hood access. I bought hinges at ACE that were the approximate width of the mounts. My neighbor actually did the welding for me so I have no knowledge to share on that part of the process, other than he trimmed the length of the hinges before welding. But the result is exactly what I wanted. I haven't decided on how to secure the bottom yet so will just be using zip ties in the meantime.
The picture of the full windshield is before the mod. You can see there is plenty of space on the mount to weld the hinge on. Also, when flipped up, the windshield stays in that position while the hood is removed.

 

[Admin]

 

[lee]

You can get the Honda can lock clamps like the roof uses, I think the part number is 08R70-HL3-A00 .
(Check the part # before ordering)

 

[lee]

It was like Christmas waiting for me on the front porch toady when I got home.
Ordered some ROPS clamps from amazon and some side wall warts and other supplies from here.
ROPS clamps are to do exactly what you did and to mount my tablet so I have maps when riding.

Official part number is correct above.

 

[TripleB]

It was like Christmas waiting for me on the front porch toady when I got home.
Ordered some ROPS clamps from amazon and some side wall warts and other supplies from here.
ROPS clamps are to do exactly what you did and to mount my tablet so I have maps when riding.

Official part number is correct above.
View attachment 224546

Do u need 4 of them to quick disconnect the lower portion of the windshield? A buddy of mine is wanting to order the super atv windshield for his 500.

 

[lee]

My plan is to weld in a hinge like @txbmcnabb had done.
Then add 2 ROPS clamps at the bottom so I can un-toggle the clamps and flip the lower half up.

You could use 4 clamps and skip the hinge.
Undo the bottom 2 clamps, just flip the toggle on the upper 2 and slide the lower part up to clear the hood.

 

[txbmcnabb]

I never completely mounted my mirrors correctly as I was waiting to get the windshield mod completed. I want to keep the mirrors so the ROPS clamps are probably too large for me. Someone else on here also did the mod and had some sort of push pin locking mechanism. I'll see if I can find that post.

 

[hallic]

I'm trying to figure out how to keep 4 clamps on for stability, and also use side mirrors. Might just end up ditching the bottom 2 clamps for mirrors.

 

[txbmcnabb]

I'm trying to figure out how to keep 4 clamps on for stability, and also use side mirrors. Might just end up ditching the bottom 2 clamps for mirrors.

That's how I ran with miine for awhile. Even towing with no clamps on the lower portion of the windshield was no issue.

 

[Mudder]

Here’s another tip for spider webs.

Multi - Spider (web) Sticks

My job is to ride the Pioneer 500 first to clear spider webs in woods for the wife following on her atv. With no windshield in summer, had to do a search for ideas and found these threads, so re-posting as Multi to share. Ordered spring mount car antennas @ $12. Also found intersting “Web...

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[JayPo]

Just completed the hinge modification to my SuperATV windsheild to give me farily quick access to removing the hood. And after about 3 hours adjusting the other 20 bits on the windshield I think I finally have it where everything is lining up and fitting good.

 

[JayPo]

Just completed the hinge modification to my SuperATV windsheild to give me farily quick access to removing the hood. And after about 3 hours adjusting the other 20 bits on the windshield I think I finally have it where everything is lining up and fitting good.

Replaced the 2 lower bolts with multi position clevis pins and cotter pins. Now I can access under the hood without any tools in just a few seconds.

 

[txbmcnabb]

Replaced the 2 lower bolts with multi position clevis pins and cotter pins. Now I can access under the hood without any tools in just a few seconds.View attachment 235056

Perfect. I’ll be looking for those

 

[jnmanz28]

JayPo, I like your set up! Can you tell me what hinges you used?

 

[JayPo]

JayPo, I like your set up! Can you tell me what hinges you used?

They are just some hinges I found at Ace Hardware. I think each side of the hinge is 2" long and 1.5" wide. I drilled holes where needed, rounded the corners a bit with a belt grinder, and painted them black.

 

[jnmanz28]

THANKS!

 

[jnmanz28]

Completed my windshield mod thanks to JayPo's idea! Works great! I'll need to pull it apart tmro and paint everything up!

 

[Bmurray]

my fix that uses existing hardware plus a few from @SuperATV and Menards. Just a few mods needed. It works like the upper windshield and now you can access the hood in the field without tools. I'll start a new thread soon with the details.

 

[Bmurray]

video

https://imgur.com/38BPKVl

 

[Smitty335]

video

https://imgur.com/38BPKVl

That's sweet!

 

[Mrmachinist]

my fix that uses existing hardware plus a few from @SuperATV and Menards. Just a few mods needed. It works like the upper windshield and now you can access the hood in the field without tools. I'll start a new thread soon with the details.


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I would be interested in how you did this.


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