I replaced all my windshield hardware with stainless steel 1/4-20 X 3/4 and 1/4-20 X 1 inch button head Allen screws and stainless acorn nuts. I got tired of the cheap chrome hardware rusting from riding in the rain. The stainless looks better and will not rust. I got everything I needed from Lowe's for less than 20 bucks.

 

Cool idea. I personally haven't had mine rust on any of my bikes as I keep the chrome hardware waxed.

 

That's a good idea. Havent thought of that. I must admit I am not a detailer. I ride a lot in all kinds of weather and rarely detail my bike. It's usually just a quick wash job to get the bugs off. I do use a dryer but those damn chrome windshield bolts always rust quickly. I am always looking for tips to minimize the cleaning !

 

I've had no issue what so every with rusting bolts. Maybe they used better hardware in '99?

 

Stainless Steel fasteners are great. They can be polished to a mirror finish and won't rust. The thing to remember about Stainless is that it's not as hard or tough as steel. They are about equal to a grade 2 bolt. They are perfect for 99.9% of the fasteners visible on a bike but if it requires a high strength bolt stick with grade 8 steel and chrome it or paint it.

 

How many of the 3/4" and how many of the 1" did it take of you dont mind me asking?

 

Great advice. Thanks.

 

7- of the 3/4 and 2 of the 1 inch. The one inch go where the mounting brackets are doubled up. I also used 3 dish washers on the top bracket. Really dressed it up a bit.

 

Same on mine, rusting chrome acorn nuts.. thought about doing this, after your post, GOING to do this TODAY!

thx!!

 

Guess I've been lucky, this is one area on my motorcycle that has gotten zero maintenance. No rust for me since 2005, 89,000 miles and I've seen quite a few rain drops. Must be a hit or miss thing. Glad you found a solution for yours.