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2K views 12 replies 11 participants last post by  icnxpln 
#1 ·
I guess I'm the FNG since I just picked up a 2003 DL1000...:hurray:. It already has SW Mototech crash bars and Givi bags, so I don't anticipate adding any major farkles right away, but the windshield is in less than perfect shape. Any suggestions for a windshield for an '03 would be appreciated. If there is any maintenance items I should look at (17,000 mi), let me know. It is a mostly stock and unmolested bike. Thanks & glad to be here.
 
#3 ·
I don't yet have one of these so don't take this as an endorsement or a product review, but this is what I plan on buying when I replace my windshield.

Suzuki V-Strom DL650 / DL1000 Windshields

I was really impressed when I read about their design process, and their attention to detail (like their explanation about materials used, and philosophies behind them.)

Also just a great all around site for V-Strom information, although many links are dead/stale.
 
#11 ·
The above link is useless for the 02-03 V-Strom 1000's as they use a different mounting arrangment than the 04-12 V-Stroms.

The Madstadt for the Gen1 V-Stroms are expensive, but look well engineered.

V-Strom (2002-2003) DL1000
 
#10 ·
Since you've got an 03, I can vouch for the 'new' Madstad made for gen 1 Vees. I put one on my 02 back in December and it works great. Ordered it with a 20 screen that I had to exchange for a 22. Customer service was excellent. Btw, I'm about 6'1", and have a Seat Concepts saddle. For me,Biggest issue is getting used to that much wind protection and little noise or buffeting.


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#12 ·
It looks like the Madstad is the way to go for an '03. I like the CalSci products (had one on a C14), but they don't make one for an '03. As far as the join date, I did join awhile ago to research Vstroms before purchasing one, but I wound up with a Kawasaki C14 instead. This DL1000 was a good deal and it will give me the ability to explore some of the dirt roads here. Thanks for all the help!
 
#13 ·
03 v

I have an 03 v as well. I second the madstad for the 02-03 strom. I could have saved a lot of money getting it first of course they werent available back then. you may also need a power commander to correct 3500-4500 rpm studder also if you get clutch chudder real shelby is the answer. I still have a couple of cee bailey shields in the garage one is 26" cant remember the other 24" I think. If interested let me know.
 
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