A windshield or fairing is is a must for comfortable freeway riding or touring on a Nighhtawk. The standard seating position puts you "up tall", so anything that breaks that wind is a plus. Here are some options:

• Hondaline -  Yep, Honda makes a windshield for the 90's version Nighthawks (both 250 & 750). It is extremely easy to put on, fairly rigid, and really stops the wind. It's made of Lexan, and it is farly large, sticking up about 18" above the headlight. Honda made them back in the 80's for the older Nighthawks, but you'll only find them in Salvage yards, and then only if you're lucky. Your best bet for one of the "classic" Nighthawks is an aftermarket.

• Rifle - Rifle has a cool Web Page. Rifle makes 3 fairings for the 90's Nighthawks, sort of a small, medium, and large. I'm told they are extremely well made, quite sporty looking, and you can view them at the Rifle Web Page. They have lots of pictures, and price information too. See the article by Martin S about installing the Nightflight on his 750.

• Memphis Shades - Memphis Shades make a wide assortment of windshields, tinted in different colors. They don't have a web site -- but-- you can see photos of some of their products at Motorcycle Accessory Warehouse.

• National Cycle - National has a Web Page too They make many styles that are advertised as "Available for most motorcycles", from small to large, costing as low as 50 bucks. Some can be had tinted. I haven't personally checked them out, but I'm sure some of you out there have. Let us know!
  • I was looking through the accessories portion of your site and saw that you didn't have any personal testimonials for National Cycle wind screens. Since I have one, I thought I'd throw in my two cents. I have a "Deflector" model, which is their smallest. It's about 15" tall, handlebar mounted and has adjustments for both height and rake. I also have the Hondaline wind screen, but I get too much wind buffeting across the helmet. The National Cycle one is smaller and just enough to keep the wind off of my chest at highway speeds. I've been up to 100 mph on it and in cross winds, with no complaints. It was $46.95 plus shipping through Motorcycle Accessories Warehouse. Mark

• Targa - Targa will ship your fairing "painted to match the bike" for $270. It's smaller and more curved than the Hondaline and the Rifle's. They also make a matching "lower fairing". Targa can be reached at : Targa Sportbikes, 21 Journey, Aliso Viejo, California 92656. Phone: 1-800-521-7945

• Vetter - I know this company was big a few years ago (remember the Windjammers?), and some owners did put Vetter fairings on 80's Nighthawks, but it was before my time (biking time, that is). Vetter is no longer in business, BUT....... Rifle Fairing was started by 5 ex-Vetter management employees. You may be able to find some in salvage yards, or sold by individuals. You just have to stay vigilent.

• Clearview Shields - Thanks to Craig N. in Kansas for this info: I have found a perfect place to order windscreens for the 84-86 Nighthawk 700S. They make windscreens that are perfect replacements for the short stock screen for $75.00. but best of all, you can order them in different heights from stock to 9 inches over stock. This transforms the stock fairing into one that is actually effective. * I am 6'2" and bought the +9" windscreen and it works great and only cost about $90.00, depending if you want clear or varying degrees of dark tint. They are the only company that specializes in making this kind of screen and the workmanship is excellent, and the lexan that they use is even slightly thicker and stronger than what Honda used. I think the company also makes screens for many other bikes including other 'Hawks, and they are quick to custom make your screen and get them out to the customer, and they are friendly to work with. Contact them at: P.O. Box 747, 59113 Hwy. 285, Bailey, CO 80421 Phone: 1-800-798-6089 or (303)838-0886
   * Only the stock size is now in production. The taller sizes had bad wind-flow characteristics. and were discontinued (6-6-98)
• Others - I'm curious, has any one ever tried putting a salvaged Silverwing fairing and luggage set on a Nighthawk? Hmmmmm??? Always wanted a "Nightwing".