MADSTAD Triumph Tiger 800 Adjustable Windshield System Installation Guide
- June 17, 2024
- MADSTAD
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MADSTAD Triumph Tiger 800 Adjustable Windshield System
Specifications:
- Adjustable Windshield System
- Includes Madstad windshield, adjustable brackets set, aluminum mounting plate, front support bracket, side support bars, screws, washers, lock nuts, split-ring lock washers, off-road rear brace
- Designed for curved surfaces
- Allows for easy adjustment of windshield height and tilt without tools
- Replaces factory windshield, side supports, and front support bracket
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1: Install the Madstad Front Support Bracket
Replace the front factory screen mount with the Madstad front support
bracket using the provided screws.
Step 2: Install the Madstad Adjustable Brackets
Attach the adjustable brackets to the front of the Madstad mounting plate
using the provided screws and ensure the knobs are positioned correctly.
Step 3: Madstad Mounting Plate Installation
Refer to the diagram provided for mounting the Madstad mounting plate onto
the front of the bike. Ensure a secure connection.
Step 4: Install the Madstad Offroad Rear Brace
Remove factory bolts below the instrument cluster, place the rear brace
over the holes, and re-fasten with factory bolts. Attach the upper arms of
rear brace to the back of the mounting plate using the provided hardware.
Attaching Side Deflectors:
If desired, attach side deflectors to the side supports using the provided
screws and washers. Ensure they do not touch the bodywork along their bottom
edge.
Please read this entire manual before proceeding with installation
What is in the box
- (1) Madstad windshield
- (1) MadStad adjustable brackets set
- (1) Aluminum mounting plate
- (1) Front support bracket
- (2) Side support bars
- (6) M6 x 12 button socket screws
- (3) M6 x 16 button socket screws
- (7) M6 flat washers
- (7) M6 lock nuts
- (2) 1/4″ split-ring lock washers
- (4) M5 x 20 Phillips truss screws
- (4) M5 flat plastic washers
- (4) M5 soft rubber washers
- (1) Off-road rear brace
Side Deflectors:
- (2) Side deflectors
- (4) M5 x 16 Phillips screws
- (4) M5 plastic flat washers
- (4) M5 lock washers
MadStad adjustable brackets (RoboBrackets) are designed to bolt to a curved
surface like the metal adapter plate included in this kit. The new windshield
attaches to the top of the brackets with Phillips truss screws. Loosening the
two adjustment knobs allows you to change the windshield height and tilt
without getting off of the bike, and without any tools.
You will need to remove your factory windshield, the windshield side supports
and the front support bracket. This kit contains MadStad replacements for all
of these items. You will not be able to use your factory windshield with these
brackets.
Step 1:
Install the Madstad front support bracket (shown at bottom). It replaces the
front factory screen mount located in front of the instrument cluster. It is a
black metal part with a horizontal tube in the front. It holds up the front of
the factory shield. (Part #7 in the diagram below.) It is held on by two
silver bolts underneath the bracket. (Part #8 in the diagram below.)
Using an 8mm socket, remove those two bolts and attach this new MadStad front support bracket in its place – using the same factory screws.
Step 2:
Install the MadStad Adjustable brackets onto the front of the Madstad mounting
plate using the (4) M6 x 12 screws with flat washers and lock nuts as shown
below. The knobs should be facing inward toward each other and up at the top
side of the mounting plate.
Step 3:
Madstad mounting plate installation: Review the below diagram and refer back
to it during installation. This shows how the Madstad mounting plate (attached
brackets not shown here) will mount to the front of the Tiger 800.
Step 3
cont’d: Install the side supports to the side of the headlight housing using
the M6 x 12 mm screws and split-ring lock washers. Don’t tighten completely,
just enough to hold them place.
NOTE : The upper part of each side support, the bent mounting tab, should be facing inward toward the center of the bike. (See diagram above).
Place the mounting plate (with brackets attached) onto the front support using an M6 x 16mm screw with a flat washer and nut on the back. You don’t have to tighten the nut fully just yet, but get it snug so that the bottom of the plate doesn’t flop around or slip off. Then, while holding onto the mounting plate, maneuver each side support to match up the bent tab hole with the upper holes in the mounting plate. Fasten the two together using the other M6 x 16 mm screws with flat washers and lock nuts. (See diagram on Page 4). DO NOT TIGHTEN THE TWO UPPER SCREWS YET. (helps with step 4)
Step 3 cont’d:
Fully tighten the front support connection. Also ensure the side screws (on
the sides of the headlight housing) are snug as well. The result should look
like the image below (without the windshield / rear brace not shown here).
The side deflectors (seen in the photo) can be attached to the side supports if desired. They simply screw into the threaded inserts with the M5x16 Phillips screws, plastic washer (front) and rubber washer (back). Make sure they are not touching the bodywork along their bottom edge.
*t-screws shown for side deflectors – no longer used, (replaced with Phillips truss screws)
Step 4:
Install the Madstad Offroad Rear Brace. Remove the two factory bolts that are
directly below the instrument cluster as shown in the diagram below. Set the
brace over these two holes and re-fasten with the same two factory bolts. Note
that the upper arms of the rear brace attach to the back of the mounting plate
– through the two upper M6 screws that hold the side supports on. Remove the
M6 lock nut and washer, set the side supports onto the screws, then put the
flat washers and lock nuts back on and tighten securely.
Step 5: Windshield Installation
The windshield attaches to the brackets with Phillips truss screws, M5 flat
plastic and M5 soft rubber washers as shown above. Insert all four M5 Phillips
truss screws, M5 plastic and rubber washers into the four windshield holes as
shown at right before attaching the windshield to the adjustable brackets. Use
a hand screwdriver only, not a power driver. The rubber well nuts are flexible
and shield holes are oversized so you can nudge the shield around to align the
Phillips truss screws with the holes properly.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREWS!
Over-tightening can damage the rubber well nuts. If the well nuts have swelled
up behind the brackets and the screws are snug then your are done.
Adjusting the Brackets
- The knob screws release the brackets allowing the windshield to slide and tilt. These knobs must always be tightened securely before riding. DO NOT attempt to adjust the brackets while riding! You must come to a complete stop before adjusting and make sure that you do not set the windshield in such a way that causes your handlebars or handguards to interfere with the operation of your motorcycle.
- Set the windshield so the top edge is at about your chin level as you look straight ahead while seated on the bike. Set the angle at approximately 60 degrees which is usually at the middle of the bracket angle range. Tighten the knobs and go for a test ride. Do this on a calm day if at all possible; windy days make it hard to judge the airflow. Don’t ever try to adjust the brackets while in motion!
- To try a different windshield position, bring the motorcycle to a complete stop and out of traffic. Loosen the two knob screws and tilt the windshield forward or back one or two notches, and/or adjust it up or down if necessary. Re-tighten the knobs and go for another ride. Continue experimenting with different positions you find a combination of height and angle that is the most comfortable.
Windshield Angle
Most windshields work best when set near a 60 degree angle. We have provided
an angle guide on the back page of this manual so that you can check and see
if your shield is set somewhere in this range.
To check your shield angle, the bike should be in an upright position either
on a center stand or held up by a helper. Set the spine (folded edge) of the
manual against the front of the shield. If the large arrow marked 60° is
pointing straight up, then your shield is at a 60 degree angle. (See diagram
on Page 5.) A little farther back and your angle would somewhere between 55
and 60 degrees. Anywhere in this range is fine for your initial test ride. On
some bikes a more vertical angle works better (by deflecting the airflow a
little higher) so don’t be afraid to experiment later if tilting the shield
back doesn’t seem to be ideal.
With the proper angle, the airflow should smoothly clear the top of your
helmet while you are still able to see over the top of the shield comfortably.
Disclaimer
Neither MadStad Engineering nor its owners shall be liable for any damages,
consequential or inconsequential, resulting from the use of our products.
Installation of any of our products constitutes acceptance of these terms.
It is the responsibility of the user to make sure all fasteners are tightened
securely, the windshield is mounted properly and the adjustment knobs are
tightened snugly before putting the motorcycle in motion. MadStad systems ARE
NOT intended to be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion; you must pull over
out of the way of traffic and come to a complete stop before making any
changes. The user must never place the windshield in such a position as to
interfere with the safe and complete movement of the handlebars and controls.
MadStad Engineering, Inc.
1451 E. Jefferson Street
Brooksville, FL 34601 USA
Phone: 352-848-3646
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for your support, and ride safely!
FAQ
Q: Can I use my factory windshield with this Adjustable Windshield System?
A: No, you will need to remove your factory windshield as this system
includes replacements for the factory windshield, side supports, and front
support bracket.
Q: How do I adjust the height and tilt of the windshield?
A: Loosen the two adjustment knobs on the adjustable brackets to change the
windshield height and tilt without tools.