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  • How to Restore a Motorcycle Windshield

    Motorcycle windshields protect drivers from flying rocks, insects and road debris as they travel. These windshields are a lightweight, yet durable plastic normally composed of either polycarbonate or acrylic. They withstand the impact of small debris without shattering, but can eventually become scratched. Severely scratched windshields hinder your vision and detract from your motorcycle's appearance. However, replacing a windshield can be costly. Fortunately, there are inexpensive products on the market made to restore your motorcycle's windshield.

  • How to Repair Motorcycle Windshields

    Motorcycle windshields are prone to scratches. Flying road debris may also cause minor dings and chips while you are riding the bike. For major damage, you should go to a specialist to have the windshield checked and repaired. However, this may cost a lot of money and force you to wait for a day or more for the service to be completed. If you want to save time and money, learn how to repair minor scratches and dings on your own.

  • DIY Motorcycle Windshield

    Motorcycle windshields help keep the wind out of your face, reduce noise and protect you from water spray and bugs hitting you in the face. Making a windshield for your motorcycle is not difficult, and all you need are a few simple tools.

  • How to Restore Weather Damaged Plastic on a Motorcycle

    Motorcycle manufacturers use plastic for everything from fenders to windshields. The majority of plastic found on a motorcycle is on its exterior, which means that a motorcycle's plastic is exposed to the effects of weather, which can damage plastic parts quickly. If those plastic parts are not repaired or restored, they will have to be replaced. Many plastic parts, such as the windshield, protect the rider. The rider's safety depends on an unobstructed windshield, free from weather damage. Use a few basic restoration products and household items to repair damaged plastic parts that would otherwise have to be replaced. The…

  • How to Take Scratches out of Motorcycle Windshields

    A windshield or a fairing on your motorcycle can make long trips safer and less tiring. Being exposed to a 60 mph wind for hours at a time can take its toll on your stamina. Unfortunately, motorcycle windshields are made from polycarbonate or acrylic plastic. Both are easily scratched and require special care when cleaning. Repairing small scratches is simple, but requires time and a great deal of elbow grease.

  • How to Clean a Plexiglas Windshield on a Motorcycle

    Motorcycle windshields are commonly made of Plexiglas or polycarbonate plastic. These materials are a lightweight, affordable, shatter-resistant alternative to glass that requires special care. Although it is far safer than glass polycarbonate, it cannot be cleaned like glass or it will quickly dull and scratch. Motorcycle windshields are often over-cleaned or cleaned with the incorrect materials which make a windshield appear cloudy. Cleaning a Plexiglas or plastic motorcycle windshield with extra care will assure the windshield does not scratch or cloud prematurely.

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