P500 Towing Windshield Cover

[rustyneversleeps]

I've been towing the 520 facing forwards and have been a little worried about rock chips and damage while towing. I rednecked a windshield cover with a sunshade, but wondering if anyone has found a towing-specific cover for the 500/520 line? I reached out to UTV801 to see if they had anything for the 500/520 like they do for the 1000, but haven't heard back yet. Any ideas?

https://utv801.com/store-buy-here/ols/products/honda-1000-windshield-cover

 

[bowhunterbill]

That will work. Good question, I never thought about it now that I have an EMP glass windshield.


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[rustyneversleeps]

That will work. Good question, I never thought about it now that I have an EMP glass windshield.


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It did a decent job and stayed put, but I dont like the bungees and things flapping. Would like to find something that fits snug/tight and easy on/off with velcro or something.

 

[rustyneversleeps]

Just an update - talked to Bryce at UTV801 and the RZR cover fits the 500/520. Just placed my order and will update this thread once I get it on and tested.

https://utv801.com/store-buy-here/ols/products/rzr-windshield-cover

 

[crewcabrob]

Hi,

I'm really interested in this. I have the Honda Hard-coat windshield and I'm worried about how it will be after trailering. But given that mine is not glass, I have been reluctant to cover it with anything. I worry that it will rub or flap and cause visibility issues with the plastic.

Rob

 

[trigger]

Just an update - talked to Bryce at UTV801 and the RZR cover fits the 500/520. Just placed my order and will update this thread once I get it on and tested.

https://utv801.com/store-buy-here/ols/products/rzr-windshield-cover

Looked at that link and it says it fits all rzr's. Is there no difference between their 50" version and the bigger ones?

 

[rustyneversleeps]

Looked at that link and it says it fits all rzr's. Is there no difference between their 50" version and the bigger ones?

I'm not sure about the RZRs sizing, but he did also send me a pic of it on a 520, so should work well....

 

[bowhunterbill]

I’m looking forward to how well it works. I like the American flag top.


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[oldfortyfive]

Heads up from my experience....if it can move any at all it will rub all kinds of ugly scratches in to a plastic windshield. I ended up scrapping my full windshield due to the scratches. What I do now is put a stick on protective film on the windshield then the cover. I get it at Menards. It's used to protect floors or carpet during remodeling. Just peel it off when I get there.

 

[GrnP500]

I'm not sure about the RZRs sizing, but he did also send me a pic of it on a 520, so should work well....

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I bought a cover when I bought my USA windshield (801). It does not work for towing on the highway. I put mine on the first time and when I got on the interstate noticed it bunched up at the top of the windshield. I use it when at camp, etc., to prevent dew, rain, ice getting on windshield overnight. A member here stated in a thread a year or two ago that he used a piece of plywood on his boat windshield. I took a 1/4 inch piece of plywood and glued split pieces of pipe insulation as padding. (i.e., I took a knife and split the insulation in half.) I originally wrapped and glued the insulation on all four sides, but the wind tore the insulation off the top and sides. I then glued split pieces under the sides. The bottom wrapped piece stayed put. I've towed mine for 1,000s of miles and it works for me. I think the UTV801 cover would work if they made a pocket in it for a piece of plywood or similar stiffener.
My pictures aren't to good. I was reading this, jumped up and went out and took these real quick. I put the windshield air vent up to hold the cover while I took the pic.

 

[crewcabrob]

Heads up from my experience....if it can move any at all it will rub all kinds of ugly scratches in to a plastic windshield. I ended up scrapping my full windshield due to the scratches. What I do now is put a stick on protective film on the windshield then the cover. I get it at Menards. It's used to protect floors or carpet during remodeling. Just peel it off when I get there.

This is kind of what I was worried about.

I do like the stick on carpet/floor stuff you can get for a quick fix. I used a similar product I purchased from Griot's Garage on the front of one of my cars when we went to Moab one year. All the contours of the front bumper made it difficult to stick down, but being on a flat windshield, it may work better.

I also like the rigid one above made from plywood and pipe insulation. It would be better for me if I could put hinges on it and fold it smaller for storage.

Rob

 

[rustyneversleeps]

I bought a cover when I bought my USA windshield (801). It does not work for towing on the highway. I put mine on the first time and when I got on the interstate noticed it bunched up at the top of the windshield. I use it when at camp, etc., to prevent dew, rain, ice getting on windshield overnight. A member here stated in a thread a year or two ago that he used a piece of plywood on his boat windshield. I took a 1/4 inch piece of plywood and glued split pieces of pipe insulation as padding. (i.e., I took a knife and split the insulation in half.) I originally wrapped and glued the insulation on all four sides, but the wind tore the insulation off the top and sides. I then glued split pieces under the sides. The bottom wrapped piece stayed put. I've towed mine for 1,000s of miles and it works for me. I think the UTV801 cover would work if they made a pocket in it for a piece of plywood or similar stiffener.
My pictures aren't to good. I was reading this, jumped up and went out and took these real quick. I put the windshield air vent up to hold the cover while I took the pic.

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Did you use the UTV801 specific cover? Definitely good info to know for sure, thanks for sharing your experience.

The sunshade worked for me and didn't bunch up at all, just didn't like the bungees and taking time to rig it so it was solid. We'll see how the UTV cover does and I might try the sunshade underneath it. I also like your idea of the UTV cover and a pocket or something for a stiffener....may talk to a seamstress.

Thanks again for your advice

 

[TimG]

I've heard people have used seran wrap. I don't know how it worked out for them though.

 

[TimG]

Did you use the UTV801 specific cover? Definitely good info to know for sure, thanks for sharing your experience.

The sunshade worked for me and didn't bunch up at all, just didn't like the bungees and taking time to rig it so it was solid. We'll see how the UTV cover does and I might try the sunshade underneath it. I also like your idea of the UTV cover and a pocket or something for a stiffener....may talk to a seamstress.

Thanks again for your advice

Ratchet straps ?

 

[rustyneversleeps]

I've heard people have used seran wrap. I don't know how it worked out for them though.

Ratchet straps ?

Both might work, thanks for the ideas. Was mostly just trying to find something quick, easy, and good protection. I may see if there are a couple good spots for ratchets if I have to revert back to the old setup.

 

[GrnP500]

Did you use the UTV801 specific cover? Definitely good info to know for sure, thanks for sharing your experience.

The sunshade worked for me and didn't bunch up at all, just didn't like the bungees and taking time to rig it so it was solid. We'll see how the UTV cover does and I might try the sunshade underneath it. I also like your idea of the UTV cover and a pocket or something for a stiffener....may talk to a seamstress.

Thanks again for your advice

Same cover.

 

[GrnP500]

Ratchet straps ?

Straps with buckle from amazon.