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Jun 27, 2010 | 10:25 AM

Mast1017

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Anybody ever use this stuff on their windshield? I've been riding my Heritage no matter what the weather, and was wondering if Rain X would be alright on these wind screens.

Jun 27, 2010 | 10:27 AM

lo-rider

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From: Marina del Rey

XX Rain-X

I've heard don't use it on plastic.

Jun 27, 2010 | 11:00 AM

av8or

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We've used it on airplane windshields for years. I don't know if they are poly or lexan.

Jun 27, 2010 | 01:08 PM

Other Sheep

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When all else fails, dig the instructions out of the trash and read them. RainX makes a special formula for plastic now but they recomend not using the original formula on your windshield. I like plastx better.

Jun 29, 2010 | 07:53 PM

Mast1017

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I've never heard of PlastX, but I'll be sure to get some if I see it. Thanks.

Jun 29, 2010 | 09:38 PM

DR. V-TWIN

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Rain X is a no no on windshields. Do it once and you will know.

Jun 29, 2010 | 11:55 PM

oct1949

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From: 40 miles Northeast of Indy..

some do but have read not too.... I like Plexus.

or just wait till some one chimes in with the good ole lemon pledge.....

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Jun 30, 2010 | 06:02 AM

pawpaw01

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Do not use RainX on your Harley windshield... I used it on my QD and it etched the windshield so badly that I had to replace it. I now use a polish made for plastics on the new windshield and have no problems with etching, the polish actually makes water run off similar to RainX. I can post the name if you wish but will have to go out to the bike shed as that it where I keep it.
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Jun 30, 2010 | 06:12 AM

SeeMeDo

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From: WireGrass, AL

I've used it a few times and didn't see any problem but I'm looking for something that works just as well but I have used it on my wind screen and visor without issues.

Jun 30, 2010 | 06:19 AM

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SeeMeDo

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From: WireGrass, AL

I just sent the following email to Rain X;

Is RainX safe for Plastic \ motorcycle windscreens and helmet visors?
I’ve used your product for years but have read that it will ruin motorcycle windscreens. My current windscreen is made by Memphis Shades.
Thank you,

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