We found TerraRider to have excellent service. We ordered a windshield for our new side by side. To NO fault of this company, we ordered the incorrect one. The return was super easy and our account was credited quickly. Then, we received a call from the manager. The manager left his cell phone for my husband to call to ensure our next windshield was correct before paying for it and shipping same. It arrived quickly, was easy to install and we are super happy customers. Thank you, TerraRider! :)
Nice windshield and a very reasonable price. It was the third windshield I had ordered before. I had ordered another brand twice before I found this one and did not have to send back. We’ll pleased
Service was fast delivery was fast. It was easy to put it on if if I could I would give a 10 stars. Will be getting in touch with the company again I need a front windshield.
We got a tilt windshield for our 2009 Xp 700.
Video instructions were very thorough and we got it installed with no issues. Shipping was free and very fast. We worked with Aaron and his customer service was top notch.
Would use this company again!
Side-by-side windshields are almost exclusively made of polycarbonate. This material is practically indestructible.
Polycarbonate
Now if you are interested in the technical side of how polycarbonate is made and its chemical composition, you can check out this website. They explain in-depth how polycarbonate is made and its chemical properties. For those of us who are not as technically inclined, we’ll give you the highlights.
Polycarbonate is a virtually unbreakable plastic. It is thermoplastic, which means it can be reheated and remolded many times without ruining the material. This allows it to be recycled and repaired easily. It is highly impact-resistant, making it a safe material for windshields. Polycarbonate needs to be hard coated to protect it from scratching, however.
Polycarbonate should be covered in a hard coating to protect it from scratching. Polycarbonate is very susceptible to scratching. Even drying non-coated polycarbonate with a dry rag can rub the dirt and dust into the polycarbonate. Polycarbonate can be coated to protect it from scratches and UV rays that can yellow the polycarbonate.
Weaknesses of Other Materials
Why choose polycarbonate? Surely other materials are cheaper. However, most other materials come with safety hazards or other concerns that make them less desirable. Polycarbonate is the industry standard material.
Glass is a decent option. Glass is brittle and tends to shatter into sharp pieces. Glass is common on some older UTV models, though. When purchasing a side-by-side, verify the materials used for the windshield. You may want to replace it. Glass is not prone to scratching, but it can be easily chipped or cracked.
Plexiglass seems similar to polycarbonate. However, plexiglass is acrylic plastic. It is brittle and shatters easily. When it does shatter, it shatters into sharp shards that are very dangerous for UTV riders. Plexiglass is 10x stronger than glass but is still too prone to breakage.
Polycarbonate can be hard-coated or non-coated. Uncoated polycarbonate is vulnerable to scratching. It can scratch just from washing. However, coated polycarbonate is 250x stronger than glass. It is used to reinforce glass to make bullet-proof glass. It is also used for the windshields of fighter jets.
What Else Is Polycarbonate Used For?
Polycarbonate is used for many products that require a lightweight, shatter-resistant, and transparent material. These products may include glasses, bullet-proof glass, fighter jet windshields, NASCAR windshields, and of course, UTV windshields. Knowing that your windshield is made out of the same material as these products that are under extreme stress should give you great peace of mind.
Come to TerraRider UTV Windshields for All of Your Windshield Needs!
We can help you find the perfect side-by-side windshield. We also have a selection of accessories for your side-by-side. If you are in Utah, we are your premier side-by-side windshield provider. We make windshields to fit your specific side-by-side so that installation is quick and easy. Visit our store or website today! We are happy to answer any questions that you have about UTV windshields.
We found TerraRider to have excellent service. We ordered a windshield for our new side by side. To NO fault of this company, we ordered the incorrect one. The return was super easy and our account was credited quickly. Then, we received a call from the manager. The manager left his cell phone for my husband to call to ensure our next windshield was correct before paying for it and shipping same. It arrived quickly, was easy to install and we are super happy customers. Thank you, TerraRider! :)
Nice windshield and a very reasonable price. It was the third windshield I had ordered before. I had ordered another brand twice before I found this one and did not have to send back. We’ll pleased
Service was fast delivery was fast. It was easy to put it on if if I could I would give a 10 stars. Will be getting in touch with the company again I need a front windshield.
We got a tilt windshield for our 2009 Xp 700.
Video instructions were very thorough and we got it installed with no issues. Shipping was free and very fast. We worked with Aaron and his customer service was top notch.
Would use this company again!
We found TerraRider to have excellent service. We ordered a windshield for our new side by side. To NO fault of this company, we ordered the incorrect one. The return was super easy and our account was credited quickly. Then, we received a call from the manager. The manager left his cell phone for my husband to call to ensure our next windshield was correct before paying for it and shipping same. It arrived quickly, was easy to install and we are super happy customers. Thank you, TerraRider! :)
Nice windshield and a very reasonable price. It was the third windshield I had ordered before. I had ordered another brand twice before I found this one and did not have to send back. We’ll pleased
Service was fast delivery was fast. It was easy to put it on if if I could I would give a 10 stars. Will be getting in touch with the company again I need a front windshield.
We got a tilt windshield for our 2009 Xp 700.
Video instructions were very thorough and we got it installed with no issues. Shipping was free and very fast. We worked with Aaron and his customer service was top notch.
Would use this company again!