Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
- digividsmith
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Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
Hi Gents & Ladies,
I purchased a 1993 GL1500SE last fall and while going over it last week found that the windshield could not be adjusted. When I removed the front cover, I found this mess: I was wondering if any of you folks running with these types of windshields are similarly connected? Was it a requirement of the larger (and thicker) windshield that it be installed this way, or did the previous goofball just lose his hardware?
Steve
I purchased a 1993 GL1500SE last fall and while going over it last week found that the windshield could not be adjusted. When I removed the front cover, I found this mess: I was wondering if any of you folks running with these types of windshields are similarly connected? Was it a requirement of the larger (and thicker) windshield that it be installed this way, or did the previous goofball just lose his hardware?
Steve
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
I have had two Tulsa Tall screens, one on a 94 and a 98.
both of them adjusted up/dn like they should.
don't remember how it all looked, been too long ago.
both of them adjusted up/dn like they should.
don't remember how it all looked, been too long ago.
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
Yup, looks like someone UPGRADED to a mess.
I had your shield in the past, the windshields hardware fit fine.
I had questionable reservations due to the higher wind loads and those 5 holes right near the shields edge but all was fine.

I had your shield in the past, the windshields hardware fit fine.
I had questionable reservations due to the higher wind loads and those 5 holes right near the shields edge but all was fine.
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
I wonder if they did that because lost the metal slide guides?
- digividsmith
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
I suspect they did. I found some replacements on eBay, and they are on their way. I just wanted to verify that the heavier hardware wasn't a requirement for the taller/heavier windshield.
Thanks for the responses!!
Steve
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
Actually, once the Tulsa windshield is installed and secured, it does not adjust up and down like the OEM windshield.
If you want to move it, you have to loosen the attaching bolts and move the shield and then re-secure it.
I believe that in the instructions, it specifies to mount the windshield all the way up and then secure it.
If you want to move it, you have to loosen the attaching bolts and move the shield and then re-secure it.
I believe that in the instructions, it specifies to mount the windshield all the way up and then secure it.
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
That is what I remember about the Tulsa extra tall, it was not adjustableMikeB wrote: ↑Mon Apr 15, 2019 12:27 pmActually, once the Tulsa windshield is installed and secured, it does not adjust up and down like the OEM windshield.
If you want to move it, you have to loosen the attaching bolts and move the shield and then re-secure it.
I believe that in the instructions, it specifies to mount the windshield all the way up and then secure it.

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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
What I remember most about the Tulsa Tall is me bumping my head on it a lot when getting on the bike. They give great wind protection when riding behind them, but they come so far over into where my head wants to be when getting on the bike, I kept hitting my helmet on it. I didn't like that and I didn't really like the way they look on mine either.
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
Reading the other threads on this windshield, I'm considering replacing it as a safety issue. While it does provide great wind protection for me an my passenger, I've heard that there may be an issue if you happen to be passing thru a high fog or condensation area (tunnel) and the windshield totally fogs up, causing total obstruction of view. I'm tall enough to look over it if needed, but not for any extended periods of time.
I can see where people would have issues with it smacking your helmet if you lean forward, but I haven't experienced it (yet).
Steve
I can see where people would have issues with it smacking your helmet if you lean forward, but I haven't experienced it (yet).
Steve
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
I think the original poster was only asking about adjustability and proper mounting hardware.
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
Probably doesn't matter now but the reason the Tulsa won't adjust is because it is a much thicker material than oem. Hardware clamps down tight. Besides with a shield that tall 1 1/2 inch up or down won't make much difference anyway. I love my extra tall. Never had a problem of any kind.
- digividsmith
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Re: Tulsa extra-tall windshield mounting
Thanks for all the input everyone! It's back to the stock hardware now (thanks eBay). Had to do a little filing to get the center one to fit right, but it's now the way it should be....
Thanks all!
Steve
Thanks all!
Steve