MadStad Engineering MadStad User manual

Please read this entire manual before proceeding with installation.
What is in the box:
(1) Base plate
(1) Adjustable brackets set
(4) M6 x 12 button socket screws
(4) M6 metal flat washers
(4) M6 nylock nuts
(3) Black plastic 3/4" tall spacers
(3) M6 x 35 button socket screws
(3) 1/4" split lock washers
(3) Small o-rings
(2) Side deflectors
(4) M6 x 16 button socket screws
(4) M6 plastic flat washers
(4) M6 nylock nuts
(4) M5 Truss screws
(4) M5 plastic flat washers
(4) soft rubber washers
Adjustable Windshield System
Yamaha Tracer 900

STEP 1: Remove the factory shield
Unscrew the four factory windshield
screws and remove the windshield. You
will not need the shield nor the screws.
STEP 2: Remove the factory
mounting assembly
The sliding Yamaha windshield assembly
is held on by three screws. To remove the
first one make sure the assembly is slid all
the way down, and the center screw will
become accessible through the hole as
shown at right. Use an M4 Allen wrench
(hex key) to take the screw out.
Grab the factory adjustment lever and
slide this assembly upward so you can see
the lower two mounting screws. Remove
them and take the entire assembly off of
the bike. You will not need the screws or
the assembly but put them somewhere safe
so you have the stock parts if you should
need them.
STEP 3: Attach the MadStad
brackets to the base plate
Run the M6 x 12 mounting screws through
the adjustable brackets then through the
base plate and fasten on the back side with
flat washers and nylock nuts. The bracket
adjustment knobs should face each other as
seen in this photo at right.

STEP 4: Attach the three
base plate mounting screws
with spacers
The base plate mounting screws
and spacers go through the three
holes by the bottom of the base
plate, indicated by three small
arrows in the image at right. Run
the long M6 x 35 screws through a
lock washer then through the front
of the base plate (pictured at right),
then put a tall plastic spacer on the
back side as shown below.
We’ve provided small o-rings which
you can slip over the screw ends to keep
the spacers from falling off when you
install the base plate. These o-rings will
flatten when installed.
Once all three mounting screws with spacers are in the base plate, set the plate
against the front of the bike and screw the bottom two in first (using an M4 Allen
wrench), then the center screw. Tighten all three down snugly.

STEP 5: Side deflector installation.
The two acrylic side deflectors attach to the side flaps on the base plate as seen
below. Mount them in front of the flaps, not behind. Use the M6 x 16 screws
with flat washers and nylock nuts on the back side.
STEP 6: Windshield Installation
The windshield attaches to the front of the brackets with the Phillips truss screws
provided. Prepare the shield first by inserting a truss screw with plastic flat
washer into a windshield hole, the slide the other rubber washer onto the back (as
shown below). Repeat this for all four screws before attempting to attach the
windshield. Then lay the shield over the brackets and insert the four screws into
the four rubber well nuts on the MadStad brackets. The well nuts are flexible and
shield holes are oversized so you can nudge the shield around to align the screws
with the holes properly.
Do Not Overtighten The Shield
Screws! The well nuts cannot be
pulled up out of the brackets
once they start to swell up, and
over-tightening can permanently
damage them.

Adjusting the MadStad Brackets
The knob screws release the brackets allowing the windshield to slide and tilt. These
knob screws must always be tightened securely before riding. DO NOT attempt to
adjust the brackets while riding! You must come to a complete stop before making
adjustments. Also make sure that you do not set the windshield in such a way that
causes your handlebars or hand guards (if installed) to hit the windshield when
turning, or before reaching full lock.
To make adjustments, loosen the knobs 1-2 turns and set the windshield so the
top edge is at about your chin level as you look straight ahead while seated on
the bike. Set the angle at approximately 60 degrees. (Use the angle guide on the
back page of this manual as a guide.) Tighten the knobs and go for a ride to see
if you now have smooth airflow over and around your helmet. Do this on a
calm day if at all possible; windy days make it hard to judge the airflow. Don’t
ever try to adjust the mount while in motion!
To try a different windshield position, bring the motorcycle to a complete stop
and out of traffic. Loosen the two knob screws and tilt the windshield forward
or back 2-3 degrees or so, and/or adjust it up or down if necessary. Re-tighten
the knobs and go for another ride.
Continue experimenting with different positions at different speeds until you
find a combination of height and rake angle that eliminates buffeting and gives
a smoother ride. You may have more than one favorite position, for example
shield tilted forward on cooler days, and shield tilted back for hot days to let
more air to your body.
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Notes on Windshield Angle
Most windshields work best when set at a 55-60 degree angle. We have
provided an angle guide on the back page of this manual so that you can
check and see if your shield is set somewhere in this range.
To check your shield angle, your bike should be in an upright position either
on a center stand or held up by a helper. Set the spine (folded edge) of the
manual against the front of the shield. If the large arrow marked 60° is
pointing straight up, then your shield is at a 60 degree angle. (See diagram on
Page 5.) A little farther back and your angle would somewhere between 55
and 60 degrees. Anywhere in this range is fine for your initial test ride. On
some bikes a more vertical angle works better, so don’t be afraid to
experiment later if tilting the shield back doesn’t seem to be ideal.
PIVOT SCREWS
The MadStad mount has a pivot screw on each set of brackets, located near
the center of the bottom bracket. A nylon lock nut keeps the screw snugly in
place, yet allows the brackets to slide back and forth. It is adjusted at the
factory to have a minimum of play yet still allow the brackets to move.
If for some reason you wish to adjust the tightness of this pivot screw or move
it to an alternate pivot position, use a 4mm Allen wrench along with a 10mm
socket or crescent wrench to make the adjustment. If you tighten the lock nut
completely you will not be able to slide the brackets.

Disclaimer
Neither MadStad Engineering nor its owners shall be liable for any
damages, consequential or inconsequential, resulting from the use of
our products. Installation of any of our products constitutes acceptance
of these terms.
It is the responsibility of the user to make sure all fasteners are
tightened securely, the windshield is mounted properly and the
adjustment knobs are tightened snugly before putting the motorcycle in
motion. MadStad systems ARE NOT intended to be adjusted while the
vehicle is in motion; you must pull over out of the way of traffic and
come to a complete stop before making any changes. The user must
never place the windshield in such a position as to interfere with the
safe and complete movement of the handlebars and controls.
Returns and Warranty
If you are not satisfied with your new windshield system you have 30
days to return it. Full details are available on our web site at
www.madstad.com. If purchased from a dealer then please contact the
dealer for their return policy.
MadStad adjustable brackets carry a lifetime warranty against
manufacturing defects. This does not include cosmetic issues nor any
parts that inherently wear out or degrade over time such as rubber and
plastic parts. Windshields, deflectors and other similar plastic parts are
warrantied for 1 year against manufacturing defects, not against
cosmetic issues or issues related to normal wear and tear.

MadStad Engineering, Inc.
1451 E. Jefferson St., Brooksville, FL 34601 U.S.A.
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Web Site: http://www.madstad.com
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Thank you for your support, and ride safely!
December 7, 2018