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Title: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 15, 2017, 06:36:55 PM
I know there has been a lot of discussion about flyscreens for the V7 on the forum and was wondering how those who have purchased one like it. Does the mounting system work well?

I am looking at purchasing a Marlin for my V7 stone as I like the looks & price better than the Guzzi OEM flyscreen.

Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Guzzistajohn on February 15, 2017, 06:57:21 PM
I have one on a LMIII. It bolts to either side of the headlight. Easy peasy
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: zebraranger on February 15, 2017, 07:51:52 PM
Dart Flyscreens are probably one of the best quality flyscreens that you can get, I've tried a couple of different brands over the years. The screen is thick and it doesn't flex in the wind at any speed. The hardware is top quality. I put one on my Bonneville in 2013 and recently one on my 16 Griso (the classic screen). They block some wind pressure off the chest/torso area which helps with fatigue on long trips. They don't do much from the neck up, but they do offer protection for the gauges. Dart offers them in 3 colors, clear, tinted and opaque, the opaque is the darkest tint. If you ever need to order just the screen for some reason, they will sell the replacement screen without the hardware at a very reasonable cost. They ship pretty fast, I ordered both of mine directly from Dart in the UK and they arrived at my home in the US within 7 days.
(http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb204/zebraranger/Guzzi%20Guiso/20161231_153605_zps77hrt8kr.jpg) (http://s204.photobucket.com/user/zebraranger/media/Guzzi%20Guiso/20161231_153605_zps77hrt8kr.jpg.html)
(http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb204/zebraranger/Bonneville/81756030-4f3b-4528-a3a6-3f7b0a7e8fcf_zps0qriugd2.jpg) (http://s204.photobucket.com/user/zebraranger/media/Bonneville/81756030-4f3b-4528-a3a6-3f7b0a7e8fcf_zps0qriugd2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: kingoffleece on February 15, 2017, 08:08:56 PM
I have the Marlin on my V7.  Works a treat.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 15, 2017, 08:24:18 PM
Dart Flyscreens are probably one of the best quality flyscreens that you can get, I've tried a couple of different brands over the years. The screen is thick and it doesn't flex in the wind at any speed. The hardware is top quality. I put one on my Bonneville in 2013 and recently one on my 16 Griso (the classic screen). They block some wind pressure off the chest/torso area which helps with fatigue on long trips. They don't do much from the neck up, but they do offer protection for the gauges. Dart offers them in 3 colors, clear, tinted and opaque, the opaque is the darkest tint. If you ever need to order just the screen for some reason, they will sell the replacement screen without the hardware at a very reasonable cost. They ship pretty fast, I ordered both of mine directly from Dart in the UK and they arrived at my home in the US within 7 days.
(http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb204/zebraranger/Guzzi%20Guiso/20161231_153605_zps77hrt8kr.jpg) (http://s204.photobucket.com/user/zebraranger/media/Guzzi%20Guiso/20161231_153605_zps77hrt8kr.jpg.html)
(http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb204/zebraranger/Bonneville/81756030-4f3b-4528-a3a6-3f7b0a7e8fcf_zps0qriugd2.jpg) (http://s204.photobucket.com/user/zebraranger/media/Bonneville/81756030-4f3b-4528-a3a6-3f7b0a7e8fcf_zps0qriugd2.jpg.html)

Nice looking bikes! I think I am going to go ahead and order the Marlin for my V7. They show a light tint, dark tint and midnight tint. I will probably go with what they list as dark tint.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Sheepdog on February 15, 2017, 08:53:51 PM
I've got the Classic model on my Bonneville. Unlike the National Flyscreen that it replaced, it has a stop incorporated into the mounts that prevents the rotation of the headlight. Well designed and executed; it works just as zebraranger reported above. With a full faced helmet, it makes your bike work better for longer days. Highly recommended...
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: pazzmore on February 15, 2017, 11:51:01 PM
love mine. heads up, the opaque one is just that, solid black. the 2nd darkest shade is what I have (* see pics).

i used to get covered in dead bugs on rides prior to mounting it. cut down on that drastically.


(http://thumb.ibb.co/nOtTGF/IMG_7614.jpg) (http://ibb.co/nOtTGF)

(http://thumb.ibb.co/j37NbF/IMG_7599.jpg) (http://ibb.co/j37NbF)


Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: waxi on February 16, 2017, 01:18:54 AM
Hmm, apparently Dart have some new Piranha flyscreen. Does anybody have some :gotpics: for V7?
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Mr Pootle on February 16, 2017, 02:42:30 AM
I've got the Classic on my V7ll. Very simple to fit, and very effective.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: stevet on February 16, 2017, 05:38:15 AM
Without a windshield, and for being a bit taller in my upper body than in my legs, at highway speeds the windblast had me holding onto the bars of my V7II Stone with an iron grip, I was a parachute.  I installed the Dart Marlin and the windblast was moved to my upper chest.  The airflow is clean and with really insignificant buffeting of any kind.  It's a quick and easy installation, but follow the directions step by step.  Make sure the angle of your headlight doesn't rise or fall.  Mine went up a degree or two and I was blinding the world.  I loosened the bolts and brought it back down to normal.  Easy peasy!.  It is very high quality and looks great.

I just checked the Dart website quickly and did not see a Piranha model mentioned, unless I missed it.

Steve.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: ponti_33609 on February 16, 2017, 05:41:06 AM
http://www.dartflyscreens.com/products/piranha-flyscreen
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: sib on February 16, 2017, 05:50:27 AM
I've had both the Classic and Marlin Dart screens on my V7 and V7II.  They're both excellently made and do the job they're designed to do.  I eventually switched to the Moto Guzzi screen because it's a hair bigger.  I still have a Marlin light tint screen in excellent condition, which I'm planning to list soon in the Swap Meet section, but if anyone is interested now, you can PM me.  My price is $110 including shipping to CONUS.  Sorry for posting spam here.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Kev m on February 16, 2017, 06:04:09 AM
I've used both the Classic and, currently, the Marlin on my 13 V7 Stone.

They are both excellent built quality and fitting as others have noted.

The difference between them though might not just be physical size as the Marlin is larger, but curved more so seems to funnel air at a point in height above it.

How you feel about each will probably vary with your own height, and your distance from the shield (how long are your arms, how much do you lean, do you have the standard Stone/Special controls or the Racer rearsets etc.).

For my use (5' 10", Stone, standard controls) I think I prefer the Marlin overall, but sometimes I wonder if the funneled air makes my open face less comfortable during a long day in the saddle (and I wonder if I should wear a FF more often on longer trips).

Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 16, 2017, 07:43:56 AM
I've used both the Classic and, currently, the Marlin on my 13 V7 Stone.

They are both excellent built quality and fitting as others have noted.

The difference between them though might not just be physical size as the Marlin is larger, but curved more so seems to funnel air at a point in height above it.

How you feel about each will probably vary with your own height, and your distance from the shield (how long are your arms, how much do you lean, do you have the standard Stone/Special controls or the Racer rearsets etc.).


For my use (5' 10", Stone, standard controls) I think I prefer the Marlin overall, but sometimes I wonder if the funneled air makes my open face less comfortable during a long day in the saddle (and I wonder if I should wear a FF more often on longer trips).

I am only 5' 6" and have the standard controls. My arms are on the short side so I do lean in a little.  Taking that into consideration I think I am still going to go with the Marlin screen.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Kev m on February 16, 2017, 09:29:48 AM
I am only 5' 6" and have the standard controls. My arms are on the short side so I do lean in a little.  Taking that into consideration I think I am still going to go with the Marlin screen.

The closer you are to the screen (both vertically and horizontally) the more air either will divert, however there is a point, that maybe is between my chest and the top of my helmet that gets what feel like more air than it would without a screen at all (that funnel effect).
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: wildebube on February 16, 2017, 10:06:52 AM
I'm 5'8" and wear shirts with a 32-33" sleeve.  I have a Marlin on my V7II Special.  Great quality, easy to install, good looks, and it made a noticeable difference in the wind hitting my chest.  Two thumbs up.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: zebraranger on February 16, 2017, 11:47:26 AM
I've used both the Classic and, currently, the Marlin on my 13 V7 Stone.

They are both excellent built quality and fitting as others have noted.

The difference between them though might not just be physical size as the Marlin is larger, but curved more so seems to funnel air at a point in height above it.

How you feel about each will probably vary with your own height, and your distance from the shield (how long are your arms, how much do you lean, do you have the standard Stone/Special controls or the Racer rearsets etc.).

For my use (5' 10", Stone, standard controls) I think I prefer the Marlin overall, but sometimes I wonder if the funneled air makes my open face less comfortable during a long day in the saddle (and I wonder if I should wear a FF more often on longer trips).

Good points and you're exactly right. On my 13 Bonneville I sat more upright and the Classic screen was more angled rearward which caused the wind pressure to hit me a little lower towards the torso. When I put a Classic screen on my 16 Griso, I lean more forward and the screen is more upright causing no wind pressure on the torso, but it has moved up a little higher to the helmet area. Also the screens are non-adjustable, so the brackets angle are different based on bike Mfg and model. You can see the different screen angles in my photo's between the Bonneville and the Griso with the Griso screen being more upright.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: darkstar1269 on February 16, 2017, 12:32:10 PM
Just wanted to let you know that the Cobra and Spitfire screens form Slipstreamer both will fit your V7 and both look good as well. I have one of each, as one screen is a bit taller than the other and makes the brutal winter riding an AZ more tolerable. It is tough riding around when it is 52 degrees  :wink:

I like that once it is set up right, I can take it on and off in less than a minute. Anyway, just another option, and depending on your budget, it might help? I have also used a Dart screen in a different set up and it was definitely a quality product.


http://slipstreamer.com/
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 16, 2017, 12:52:02 PM
Well I ordered a Dart Marlin screen in a dark tint and also ordered some 1200 sport mirrors to replace the stock V7 mirrors that came on the bike.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Kev m on February 16, 2017, 01:22:42 PM
Well I ordered a Dart Marlin screen in a dark tint and also ordered some 1200 sport mirrors to replace the stock V7 mirrors that came on the bike.

Good choices, let us know what you think.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Guzzistajohn on February 16, 2017, 06:51:36 PM

(http://thumb.ibb.co/d2iRmF/IMG_0453.jpg) (http://ibb.co/d2iRmF)
I wish mine was opaque, but I got it on the swap meet here for a killer deal, I can deal with see through  :wink:
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 16, 2017, 08:03:16 PM
Good choices, let us know what you think.

Thanks I will. I got the idea for mirrors from a thread you started.

I wish mine was opaque, but I got it on the swap meet here for a killer deal, I can deal with see through  :wink:

I thought about the opaque, but decided on the dark tint. I prefer to be able to see through the screen.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: JProdun on February 16, 2017, 09:25:50 PM
Post pics and impressions once you get and install it please.

Had a classic screen on mine, but haven't noticed that much difference and didn't like the looks of it.


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Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Kev m on February 17, 2017, 06:16:38 AM
I thought the dark tint WAS the opaque one (of the two options) is there a third option now?

I had the one you could see through when it was the Classic, but man the bugs looked 10 times worse.

The Marlin hides them much better.

Then again after seeing how much damage the bug juice can do over time on one of our older Harley shields I started using Plexus at the end of EVERY day... yup HOW DID THAT HAPPEN? Well, it happened when I bought a tall shield that's mostly clear to see through for the Harley.  :embarrassed:  :shocked:  :embarrassed:

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Guzzi content:

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Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 17, 2017, 07:18:34 AM
Dart lists a light tint, dark tint and a midnight tint. I am assuming the midnight tint is the opaque.
Since you can buy replacement screens I figure I can order the midnight tint replacement screen.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Kev m on February 17, 2017, 07:21:19 AM
Dart lists a light tint, dark tint and a midnight tint. I am assuming the midnight tint is the opaque.
Since you can buy replacement screens I figure I can order the midnight tint replacement screen.

INTERESTING, I'm not sure they had "midnight" when I got my Marlin. I THINK it was just Light and Dark then. Unless what I have is Midnight and the Dark tint was the new one and was introduced in between.

Guess I should check out their website again.

<shrugs>


EDIT - ok, looking at the website, I THINK mine is "Dark Tint" and the Midnight was added after. I think I probably would have chosen midnight, but the dark tint works well. I know I CAN see through it, but it's not like I'm ever crouched over that much that it matters.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: sib on February 17, 2017, 07:34:35 AM
...I had the one you could see through when it was the Classic, but man the bugs looked 10 times worse....
Fortunately, when I had my cataracts removed, I asked for artificial lenses set for distance focus, and now I ride without glasses, so I never see close enough to notice the bug spots on my windshield. :smiley:
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Kev m on February 17, 2017, 07:46:30 AM
Fortunately, when I had my cataracts removed, I asked for artificial lenses set for distance focus, and now I ride without glasses, so I never see close enough to notice the bug spots on my windshield. :smiley:

 :thumb:  :boozing:
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: ponti_33609 on February 17, 2017, 07:48:22 AM
Fortunately, when I had my cataracts removed, I asked for artificial lenses set for distance focus, and now I ride without glasses, so I never see close enough to notice the bug spots on my windshield. :smiley:

Unfortunately I am not usually at a high enough speed (around town) and bugs just suffer a minor concussion. 
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 17, 2017, 08:14:09 AM
INTERESTING, I'm not sure they had "midnight" when I got my Marlin. I THINK it was just Light and Dark then. Unless what I have is Midnight and the Dark tint was the new one and was introduced in between.

Guess I should check out their website again.

<shrugs>


EDIT - ok, looking at the website, I THINK mine is "Dark Tint" and the Midnight was added after. I think I probably would have chosen midnight, but the dark tint works well. I know I CAN see through it, but it's not like I'm ever crouched over that much that it matters.

I know what you mean about not being crouched over that much that it matters if you can see through it, but I though the dark tint looked pretty good and figure if I change my mind later I can just order a midnight black replacement screen.
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Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: DaSwami on February 17, 2017, 08:55:43 AM
As an enthusiast of naked standard bikes, DART is my go to accessory.  I do the standard fly screen, on my Scrambler, V7s, CB1100, and SR400 (the SR400 pictured on the website was my bike, shameless trivial plug). 

I tried the Marlin on my CB1100 and the angle and shape of that screen vs the standard flyscreen made for a huge difference in the wind noise in my helmet.  It was like riding in a wind tunnel.  I hated it.  Switched to the standard and all is well. 

Steve is a great chap to deal with.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: waxi on February 17, 2017, 01:33:28 PM

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Kev, what is that smiley on the bottom of oil sump? :grin:
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Kev m on February 17, 2017, 02:28:05 PM
Kev, what is that smiley on the bottom of oil sump? :grin:

That's my happy EVAP canister, saving the world one hydrocarbon molecule at a time.

Face sticker courtesy of a kind member here.

Better view in this pic lol:

(https://www.revzilla.com/blog_content_image/image/30905/gallery/StreetSkills5.jpg)

Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: waxi on February 17, 2017, 02:59:34 PM
That's my happy EVAP canister, saving the world one hydrocarbon molecule at a time.

Face sticker courtesy of a kind member here.

Better view in this pic lol:

(https://www.revzilla.com/blog_content_image/image/30905/gallery/StreetSkills5.jpg)

Yeah, yeah... your V7 looks awesome. Now stop showing off :evil: :tongue: :grin: hahahahhahahaa
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: waxi on February 20, 2017, 07:08:10 AM
I was curious how will this new Piranha flyscreen fit on my V7, so I ordered one.
Will post a pic as soon as I get and mount it.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: ponti_33609 on February 20, 2017, 02:54:57 PM
I was curious how will this new Piranha flyscreen fit on my V7, so I ordered one.
Will post a pic as soon as I get and mount it.

That Piranha looks really nice. Like the design. Look forward to seeing it installed. Do post a pic.  I posted this a while back. A guy in RI made this one for me. Like it wrapped around the headlight. 

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170220/efe8141bc3f16c006c10581c0ac0f35e.jpg)


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Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: mermoto on February 21, 2017, 03:58:14 PM
I thought you would be interested to see my modified Dart screen that actually is almost the same dimensions as the new Dart Piranha.  I have also just fitted the Piranha which is in comparison 5mm taller but 5mm narrower than this picture. (http://www.zen73107.zen.co.uk/bike/guzzi/Levers1.jpg)
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: waxi on February 23, 2017, 02:04:38 PM
Got it! This is how my animal looks like:

(http://preview.ibb.co/h5wSRF/IMG_20170223_203046.jpg) (http://ibb.co/datkDv)

(http://preview.ibb.co/bH1SRF/IMG_20170223_201809.jpg) (http://ibb.co/hg6u6F)

(http://preview.ibb.co/dnDVfa/IMG_20170223_201731.jpg) (http://ibb.co/iBJwLa)

(http://preview.ibb.co/gwG5Dv/IMG_20170223_203157.jpg) (http://ibb.co/jQb5Dv)

Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: ponti_33609 on February 23, 2017, 02:19:30 PM
Got it! This is how my animal looks like:

(http://preview.ibb.co/h5wSRF/IMG_20170223_203046.jpg) (http://ibb.co/datkDv)

(http://preview.ibb.co/bH1SRF/IMG_20170223_201809.jpg) (http://ibb.co/hg6u6F)

(http://preview.ibb.co/dnDVfa/IMG_20170223_201731.jpg) (http://ibb.co/iBJwLa)

(http://preview.ibb.co/gwG5Dv/IMG_20170223_203157.jpg) (http://ibb.co/jQb5Dv)



Nice - looks great.  Like the look/aesthetics of this better than the other Dart models. 
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 23, 2017, 02:42:58 PM
Got it! This is how my animal looks like:

(http://preview.ibb.co/h5wSRF/IMG_20170223_203046.jpg) (http://ibb.co/datkDv)

(http://preview.ibb.co/bH1SRF/IMG_20170223_201809.jpg) (http://ibb.co/hg6u6F)

(http://preview.ibb.co/dnDVfa/IMG_20170223_201731.jpg) (http://ibb.co/iBJwLa)

(http://preview.ibb.co/gwG5Dv/IMG_20170223_203157.jpg) (http://ibb.co/jQb5Dv)


Looks nice!
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: O on February 23, 2017, 05:08:16 PM
Love the blue color scheme on those V7IIs!  :thumb:  Screen looks good too. I've had the classic and the marlin.  Liked them both.  Not sure I could tell a difference re: wind protection/diversion, but riding is better with a flyscreen than without.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: waxi on February 24, 2017, 01:13:36 AM
Love the blue color scheme on those V7IIs!  :thumb:  Screen looks good too. I've had the classic and the marlin.  Liked them both.  Not sure I could tell a difference re: wind protection/diversion, but riding is better with a flyscreen than without.

Yeah, blue tank goes with blued pipes :thumb:
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 26, 2017, 01:39:27 PM
Good choices, let us know what you think.

I have not received the flyscreen yet, but I installed the mirrors today and what a difference they make. I can actually see what is behind me now!
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Roebling3 on February 27, 2017, 10:31:47 AM
Ponti33602, et. al.:
Perhaps a eureka moment? The Dart website states their fly screens fit V7 'MK' III models.  R3~
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: SportsterDoc on February 27, 2017, 01:55:50 PM
Sold!
Ordered a Marlin, from Dart, today.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on February 28, 2017, 03:39:56 PM
Sold!
Ordered a Marlin, from Dart, today.

Received mine today. Shipped on 2/20, not a bad turn around time. I hope to get it installed in the next day or two.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tasdisr on March 14, 2017, 12:58:04 PM

(http://thumb.ibb.co/cbYimF/P1000293.jpg) (http://ibb.co/cbYimF)


It took me awhile to get around to installing the Dart, but I finally did it today. Here is a picture with the flyscreen and mirrors installed. Not the best picture but it is too cold and windy (at least for me) to wheel the bike outside for a picture.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: voncrump on March 14, 2017, 04:23:54 PM
This is my V7 with Marlin and bar end mirrors.


(http://thumb.ibb.co/mDKpRF/20170307_092751.jpg) (http://ibb.co/mDKpRF)


Observations are, if you keep your head up the wind noise is easy to cope with, if you crouch down you get a bit of wind roar. Overall very good.
Cheers. voncrump
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: JProdun on March 14, 2017, 05:46:19 PM
This is my V7 with Marlin and bar end mirrors.


(http://thumb.ibb.co/mDKpRF/20170307_092751.jpg) (http://ibb.co/mDKpRF)


Observations are, if you keep your head up the wind noise is easy to cope with, if you crouch down you get a bit of wind roar. Overall very good.
Cheers. voncrump

If not too much bother, could you take a couple more pictures? From a side maybe?

Thanks!


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Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: voncrump on March 15, 2017, 06:48:32 PM
If not too much bother, could you take a couple more pictures? From a side maybe?

Thanks!


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More photos as requested.


(http://thumb.ibb.co/mehztv/20170316_122151.jpg) (http://ibb.co/mehztv)

(http://thumb.ibb.co/m0Eetv/20170316_122208_1.jpg) (http://ibb.co/m0Eetv)

(http://thumb.ibb.co/g2hcfa/20170316_122133_1_Copy.jpg) (http://ibb.co/g2hcfa)

i want to upload my photo (http://imgbb.com/)


Cheers, voncrump
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: waxi on April 05, 2017, 01:19:56 PM
Hi guys,

If anyone is interested for my Dart Piranha flyscreen let me know. I've figured out that bike is just a bit nicer without it. Screen is like new, been on a drive maybe 5 times.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: JProdun on April 05, 2017, 04:00:24 PM
Hi guys,

If anyone is interested for my Dart Piranha flyscreen let me know. I've figured out that bike is just a bit nicer without it. Screen is like new, been on a drive maybe 5 times.

Had a classic dart before on mine and came to the same conclusion. Don't do much highway either and it didn't do much for me, so it had to go.


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Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: TimmyTheHog on April 05, 2017, 04:23:40 PM
my Stone came with the classic dart

It takes a bit of wind pressure off my chest

I am 5'-8.5", 29.5" inseam, roughly 33 sleeves length, about 45 upper /55 lower torso ratio, 38 chest...lol

When I am on the highway, I feel the wind has JUST hit beneath my helmet, tad on the top portion of the chest...

Overall I like the fly shield as it is still small to fit the naked vintage feel , but kind wish it is maybe another 1" or 2" higher for even better wind protection before buffering starts.


(http://thumb.ibb.co/kwqqOv/Photo_2017_01_30_9_19_05_PM.jpg) (http://ibb.co/kwqqOv)

(http://thumb.ibb.co/g6tYbF/Photo_2017_01_30_9_19_00_PM.jpg) (http://ibb.co/g6tYbF)

how to upload a photo on fb (http://imgbb.com/)


 
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Mr Pootle on April 06, 2017, 05:47:25 AM
I'm a fan of the Dart Classic. I found that at 60+ on motorways there was a lot of buffeting on my chest. The Dart has made the bike (a V7ll) much more comfortable at speed, and I think it looks the business.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: swooshdave on April 06, 2017, 08:14:00 AM
Kev, what is that smiley on the bottom of oil sump? :grin:

https://www.seeseemotorcycles.com

They are a motorcycle coffee shop here in Portland (and Reno). They also have a KTM dealer and if that wasn't enough they also host the world famous The One Moto Show.

http://the1moto.com
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: tazio on April 06, 2017, 10:55:08 AM
Dart Marlin transforms the ride over 60mph on the GRiSO


(http://thumb.ibb.co/fVE1wF/IMG_20170107_114257746_HDR.jpg) (http://ibb.co/fVE1wF)

(http://thumb.ibb.co/dMbEGF/IMG_20170107_114047246_HDR.jpg) (http://ibb.co/dMbEGF)

(http://thumb.ibb.co/dqWgwF/IMG_20170101_143544500.jpg) (http://ibb.co/dqWgwF)
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: TexMexStrada on April 18, 2020, 12:32:37 PM
For my V7III Stone I ended up going with the Dart Piranha in the gunmetal grey color (limited edition version called "Black Metallic", ordered directly from Dart) I think it works really well with the Stone's more matt finishes. I didn't care for the original angle of the screen though, it created a lot of dirty air, so i filed down the bracket a little to lean it back some more, then added some door edge guard to the leading edge to smoothen the airflow, and voila, it works like a charm. My tank bag & torso are protected, my helmet is in clean air.


(https://i.ibb.co/tPdwrd8/guzzi4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tPdwrd8)



For more details and to see how it looks on the bike, please feel free to check out my review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqODnkooKAw
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: TexMexStrada on April 18, 2020, 12:34:47 PM
I thought you would be interested to see my modified Dart screen that actually is almost the same dimensions as the new Dart Piranha.  I have also just fitted the Piranha which is in comparison 5mm taller but 5mm narrower than this picture. (http://www.zen73107.zen.co.uk/bike/guzzi/Levers1.jpg)

That is very nice! How did you modify it?
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Kiwi_Roy on April 18, 2020, 03:27:36 PM
I have the Marlin on my V7.  Works a treat.
Me too :thumb:
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: greer on April 19, 2020, 05:37:08 AM
If anyone has a V7 Marlin they want to let go, drop me a note.  I'm currently using a Dart Flyscreen left over from a Bonneville and it works well up to 65-70 mph, then I have to hang on pretty tight.  I'm wondering if a Marlin might be just enough.

Sarah 
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: Cam3512 on April 19, 2020, 07:11:59 AM
If anyone has a V7 Marlin they want to let go, drop me a note.  I'm currently using a Dart Flyscreen left over from a Bonneville and it works well up to 65-70 mph, then I have to hang on pretty tight.  I'm wondering if a Marlin might be just enough.

Sarah

https://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php?topic=105347.0
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: greer on April 19, 2020, 10:01:18 AM
Thanks Cam, I should remember to check the swap meet, dang it.  Those went quick, but I'll put myself in line in case the Marlin buyer backs out.  Thanks again!

Sarah
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: alanp on April 19, 2020, 10:20:39 AM
Check your PM.  I have a dark tint (not opaque) in good condition that I can sell.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: greer on April 20, 2020, 04:57:14 AM
Thanks Alan, replied to your message.  First choice would be light tint, but we shall see.  Thanks again!

Sarah
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: BrotherJim on April 22, 2020, 12:08:40 PM
Does the V7 run an 8" headlight?  I was considering getting one or something similar for my CalStone.
Title: Re: Dart Flyscreen question for V7
Post by: BrotherJim on April 26, 2020, 10:42:41 AM
Looks like the v7 runs a 7" headlight...