Booty Freak
11/27/2007 12:54:47 PM
How many of you guys have this shield on your bikes ??
Is the aerodynamics improved tremendously with the double bubble ??
CHU NOH
11/27/2007 2:55:58 PM
I had one last summer but w/ me just being a normal rider I have no idea how it helped or decreased anything as far as aerodynamics go. I just liked the look,
but I switched from the Zero Gravity Double Bubble to the Puig Double Bubble which was a little darker...I just had em both for looks
Sorry couldnt be much more help
baxsom
11/27/2007 3:25:52 PM
i have one on my 1000rr
i use the puig racelite on my 600
it helps for average size people under 6'
many people around 6' or over have reported that unless they are tucked under the windscreen and just normal riding they get hit right in the helmet and buffetted by the air stream
since i am only 5'7" i dont have any first hand experience though
Booty Freak
11/27/2007 5:20:22 PM
I am only 5'6" & I should be able to tuck on down behind the double bubble.
80% of my desire for the switch is based on performance & 20% for the cool look.
Now I got to figure out which item I want first, the double bubble or seat cowl.
fishfryer527
11/27/2007 5:27:29 PM
I think it moves the air up maybe about 3 inches over stock.
white99gt
11/28/2007 7:39:16 PM
I had a puig double bubble on mine.It looked good but caused a lot more buffeting for me(6' 2").Switched to a zero gravity touring shield ..ITs a lot smoother ride now.
If you want a good deal here is there "seconds" .I cant tell what was second about mine. Plus for 25.00 i really dont care.
http://www.zgoutlet.com/ look under the clearance section
Booty Freak
11/29/2007 6:27:33 AM
Anyone heard of or have proof that the heat from the
sun will melt the shield of the double bouble ??
That's what my Honda folks told me yesterday.
fishfryer527
11/29/2007 10:11:42 AM
quote:
the heat from the
sun will melt the shield of the double bouble ??
Florida sun/heat never bothered mine, but I have heard that they can focus the sun and ruin the instrument cluster, so a pair of gloves/rag over the gauges should be standard practice.
baxsom
11/29/2007 4:10:13 PM
there is a lot of talk on 1000rr.net about the melting thing
i have a little discoloration on the very top of my instrument cluster
but a CF cover solved it
NicIsSlick
11/30/2007 8:40:47 AM
I have a Clear Zero Grav double Bubble ive had it for a full year now, i have not noticed any melting or anything like that and i have noticed that it helps with the wind a little better that the stock screen. i love it im getting one for my next bike.
Nic
kr1s
12/28/2007 7:35:24 PM
Late in the thread, but, after Christmas and buying the bike and new gear and stuff, my first mod is the dark smoke Zero Gravity double bubble. I love it. The looks alone give it a great overall appearance. As far as wind, well, I'm a newb....first ride in 10 years. worth the few bucks I paid for it.
Kris
sickz
12/29/2007 7:43:21 AM
i have a dark smoke double bubble... and when lookin' thru the shield w/ a dark smoke shield on my helmet (90% of the time) i can hardly see...
at night it's really useless.. if the bike didn't come w/ it i wouldn't have put it on... clear windscreens are the most functional. and sure the dark smoke looks good, but that's it.
telgren
12/29/2007 10:51:51 AM
quote:
ORIGINAL: sickz
i have a dark smoke double bubble... and when lookin' thru the shield w/ a dark smoke shield on my helmet (90% of the time) i can hardly see...
at night it's really useless.. if the bike didn't come w/ it i wouldn't have put it on... clear windscreens are the most functional. and sure the dark smoke looks good, but that's it.
Why would you try to look through two tinted lenses at once? You wear sunglasses under that visor as well? Seems to be if it is dangerous I dont know why you put yourself in that situation. I personally would get rid of the smoke double-bubble and get yourself a clear one and stay SAFE!
A double bubble is designed to reduce the drag coefficient of wind on the rider. They split the air more efficiently (according to wind tunnel tests), and are especially usefully for riders over 5'10.
sickz
12/29/2007 8:57:53 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: telgren
Why would you try to look through two tinted lenses at once? You wear sunglasses under that visor as well? Seems to be if it is dangerous I dont know why you put yourself in that situation. I personally would get rid of the smoke double-bubble and get yourself a clear one and stay SAFE!
A double bubble is designed to reduce the drag coefficient of wind on the rider. They split the air more efficiently (according to wind tunnel tests), and are especially usefully for riders over 5'10.
well.. i don't look through it... and no i don't wear sunglasses... i just stick w/ the dark visor in the day, and clear at night. and yea a clear one is definitely on it's way.
