P500 Windshield preference?

[Jkentj]

Which do you prefer...half or whole windshield? My P5 has a whole size Honda windshield that was in it when I purchased it. I initially like it because it blocked the cold air, but now I'm thinking that as it accumulates scratches and other abuse, I may not like looking thru it all the time.

 

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[sporttrac4x4]

Which do you prefer...half or whole windshield? My P5 has a whole size Honda windshield that was in it when I purchased it. I initially like it because it blocked the cold air, but now I'm thinking that as it accumulates scratches and other abuse, I may not like looking thru it all the time.

Sounds like it's not hardcoat windshield.

 

[HUCK]

If you switch get the 3 peace . Up when it is cold . Down when it's not . 200 with shipping on line .

 

[trigger]

Honda half shield for the warm months.

 

[JTW]

SuperATV flip windshield was great on the p500

 

[AlR]

Which do you prefer...half or whole windshield? My P5 has a whole size Honda windshield that was in it when I purchased it. I initially like it because it blocked the cold air, but now I'm thinking that as it accumulates scratches and other abuse, I may not like looking thru it all the time.

Right now I'm liking the half windshield. I built it myself. It was easy.



Bought the off-cut sheet of Lexan from the Plastic Shop. Bought four Honda ROPS clamps. The honda clamps are totally worth it. You can snap the windshield off or on in seconds. The lexan bends were done at a local metal fabricator shop who had a big sheet metal press. Attached the lexan to the clamps with stainless steel fasteners. It's half height so if it's raining, you'll get abit wet, but when hunting, and the machine is covered in mud, you can see over the top of the windshield. When going full speed, I just duck down afew inches and I'm out of the wind. When you make it yourself, you can get the height just right (use tape across the front pipes to visualize the top of your windshield). I figure I made the thing for half the price of store-bought. The ROPS clamps will go on the next piece of lexan when this one gets too beat up to see through!

I've been thinking of having a light aluminum full-height frame welded up and plunking in an actual piece of laminated glass. That way I can run a windshield wiper and it won't scratch. SUI (still under investigation).
My $0.02
Al

 

[JTW]

Best of both worlds

Honda Pioneer 500 Scratch Resistant Flip Windshield

 

[Devin]

Right now I'm liking the half windshield. I built it myself. It was easy.

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Bought the off-cut sheet of Lexan from the Plastic Shop. Bought four Honda ROPS clamps. The honda clamps are totally worth it. You can snap the windshield off or on in seconds. The lexan bends were done at a local metal fabricator shop who had a big sheet metal press. Attached the lexan to the clamps with stainless steel fasteners. It's half height so if it's raining, you'll get abit wet, but when hunting, and the machine is covered in mud, you can see over the top of the windshield. When going full speed, I just duck down afew inches and I'm out of the wind. When you make it yourself, you can get the height just right (use tape across the front pipes to visualize the top of your windshield). I figure I made the thing for half the price of store-bought. The ROPS clamps will go on the next piece of lexan when this one gets too beat up to see through!

I've been thinking of having a light aluminum full-height frame welded up and plunking in an actual piece of laminated glass. That way I can run a windshield wiper and it won't scratch. SUI (still under investigation).
My $0.02
Al

I had one built for mine. I'll take some pictures in the morning.

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[lonewolf]

Best of both worlds

Honda Pioneer 500 Scratch Resistant Flip Windshield

Does this windshield interfere with taking the hood off? If so, how much trouble is it ? Thanks!

 

[JTW]

Does this windshield interfere with taking the hood off? If so, how much trouble is it ? Thanks!

Yes.. I didn't use the under hood as I had electrical there.. and the rear tool box.. it could have some longer bolts with wing nuts through the lower clamps and would be quick to remove.

 

[AlR]

Does this windshield interfere with taking the hood off? If so, how much trouble is it ? Thanks!

Sure. With the 4 Honda ROPS Clamps it takes about a minute or less to remove the windshield. I keep my recovery gear, battery booster and tire plugs under there so hopefully I don't need to get at it very often.
Al

 

[lonewolf]

Yes.. I didn't use the under hood as I had electrical there.. and the rear tool box.. it could have some longer bolts with wing nuts through the lower clamps and would be quick to remove.

Many thanks! I probably would not utilize that area for storage either, and occupy electrical too.

Sure. With the 4 Honda ROPS Clamps it takes about a minute or less to remove the windshield. I keep my recovery gear, battery booster and tire plugs under there so hopefully I don't need to get at it very often.
Al

Thanks Air, quite a job you did on yours! Thinking I want a full windshield, for the brutal winters down here(lol), but also want the ability to let wind through in summer months.

Actually, speaking of the quick clamps, you gave me an idea, maybe have 2 windshields. A full one for the 2 months of winter we have, then a half windshield/deflector for the other 10 months. Might even take a dab at making the half windshield myself.


OP, you might consider possibly getting a half windshield/deflector, and swapping the full windshield, just for the coldest months, and run the half windshield otherwise......

 

[Seg]

I have the Direction2 full windshield. removable in 30 seconds. Full down when going slow and open slightly to prevent vortex at high speed(well P500 high speed )
DIRECTION 2 INC. - HONDA PIONEER 500 FULL TILT WINDHSIELD

 

[JasonS]

If you switch get the 3 peace . Up when it is cold . Down when it's not . 200 with shipping on line .

Hello! Can you post a link for this 3-piece for $200? Thx!!

 

[KYhillbilly]

Hello! Can you post a link for this 3-piece for $200? Thx!!

Folding Front Windshield by Dot Weld for Honda Pioneer 500: SideBySideStuff.com

I don't think the picture shows the 3 piece on but it is. I have one and love it. You can open hood when window up and when down the bottom section is still large enough to still help block the wind.

 

[Mudder]

Watch out for the Honda Signature line or Optical one, not hard coated as good as more expensive one. Thinking of adding a half with some Honda clamps next summer. Full OEM tilt is nice, but still could have used more air flow in 90 degree days. @KYhillbilly , hows the scratch resistance?, disclaimer on their website had me wondering..

“PLEASE READ: Upon receipt of your windshield and prior to removing the protective film

• Inspect for any damages, including scratches protruding through the protective film
• Ensure product satisfaction
• Confirm correct fitment

Once protective film is removed, the windshield is no longer returnable or refundable.”

 

[oldfortyfive]

I got the original Honda full windshield, but am now thinking of going to the half windshield. Unless the plastic is perfect you get a lot of glare.

 

[HUCK]

Hello! Can you post a link for this 3-piece for $200? Thx!!

Good and bad news . The good is , here is the link
HONDA PIONEER 500 Full-Tilt Windshield-Best of both worlds. Half when you want and full when you need. (Does not fit the 700 or 1000) Made in America
The bad news is , they raised the price 20 bucks . I limo tinted the top section of mine .

 

[Pmed489]

just ordered the super atv full opening one on amazon for 349.00 no shipping cheaper than even using discount code from superatv. will be here in a week. hard coated version

 

[Mudder]

Looking at @HUCK s link, wonder why is says below. Wonder whats different on front cage? Thought all were the same.

• Will not fit the 2017 + Pioneer 500