Selecting and Installing a Honda Rebel Windshield

The goal of a Honda Rebel windshield is to redirect the wind over the head and to the sides of the rider and prevent bugs, dust, rain, leaves and small amounts of road debris from creating a nuisance at best and perhaps prevent a crash at worst. To that end, the height of the rider will often determine the size of the Honda Rebel windshield as well as the most efficient positioning of the windshield. There are a number of other variables that must be considered prior to selecting and installing a Honda Rebel windshield. After determining that it is beneficial to install a windshield on your Honda Rebel some of the other variables to be considered are the speed of driving you will be doing and the weather conditions that you will encounter. In cold weather the windshield provides a less chilling riding experience. A properly fitted Honda Rebel windshield will not generally effect the aerodynamics, but one must expect some changes, particularly in high speed driving or in windy conditions.

The cost of the on the Honda Rebel windshield may also be a consideration. There are a number of Honda Rebel windshields that are available which will satisfy the need and the purchaser of a Honda Rebel windshield is well advised to consult Honda Rebel forums to get the best information from those that have purchased and installed a Honda Rebel windshield. Cost of windshields vary widely from around $100 to as much as $400.

My Selection

I am 5' 9" and very frugal. In fact that is why I selected to purchase a Honda Rebel in the first place. I found that National Cycle offers a wide variety of of products that will satisfy a rider who is considering the purchase of a Honda Rebel windshield at a price that is reasonable. I selected the National Cycle Street Shield model N2594. This windshield is approximately 15" high and works nicely to direct the wind stream over my head. A taller rider might want to consider the N2567 which is about 18" high. A number of other models are available to suit individual tastes and desires. Some windshields are a bit wider, so it is important to look at the dimensions to insure you are making the best selection for your particular circumstance.

The Honda Rebel windshield is available in clear or tinted models. Individual taste will dictate that selection. I found the National Cycle Honda Rebel windshield is easy to maintain with just a little soap and water to wash off the carcasses of the bugs that I have encountered along the road.

Installation of the windshield is simple and takes only about 30 minutes with a few basic tools. The National Cycle Honda Rebel windshield as well as any other models will require some adjustment to insure the the wind stream is in fact optimized for your individual riding position. The National Cycle Honda Rebel windshield can be easily adjusted vertically once it is properly centered to suit your desires.

If you order a Honda Rebel windshield from National Cycle. It is highly recommended that you call them as they have the experts available to answer any questions and insure that you are in fact ordering the appropriate model for your Honda Rebel windshield.