Wind, mud and roost come straight over the hood of an open Polaris RZR 170, and this UTV Zilla full clear polycarbonate windshield blocks all of it with a 3/16-inch UV-stabilized panel that straps on without a single tool.
UTV Zilla uses name-brand Makrolon or Lexan polycarbonate rather than unnamed sheet, 3D CAD designed for the fit and CNC cut so the edges come finished. A rubber bottom seal sits between the panel and the bodywork, which eliminates rattles and stops the windshield edge wearing into the plastics.
One thing to know before buying: this windshield is not coated for scratch resistance. UTV Zilla states that directly, and it is the reason the panel costs a fraction of the glass version. It is the affordable, durable-enough option - not the scratch-proof one.
Key Features
- 3/16" thick UV-stabilized polycarbonate
- Name-brand Makrolon or Lexan polycarbonate only
- 3D CAD designed for a precise fit
- CNC cut for smooth, finished edges
- Rubber bottom seal to protect the plastics and eliminate rattles
- Tool-less strap install - secure while riding and while trailering
- Not coated for scratch resistance, per the manufacturer
- Made in the USA
Built To Solve: Wind, Mud And Roost In An Open Polaris RZR 170
- An open RZR 170 puts wind straight into a young rider's face, which is what makes them squint and slow down
- Mud and roost thrown by the front tires land directly on the driver
- Rocks and trail debris come over the hood with nothing in the way
- Cold-weather riding is cut short because there is no wind break at all
- Acrylic panels crack when a rock finds them; polycarbonate takes the hit
- Panels that mount hard against the bodywork rattle constantly and wear a mark into the plastics
Best For: Budget-Conscious Parents Adding Wind Protection To A Polaris RZR 170
- Parents who want full windshield coverage on a youth machine without glass-windshield money
- RZR 170s that see weekend and occasional use rather than hard riding every week
- Cold-weather and early-season riding where a wind break is the main need
- Owners who want a panel they can take on and off in a minute with no tools, for washing or hot-day riding
- Riders building a full cab alongside the hard plastic roof and polycarbonate rear window
- Not the right pick if the 170 gets ridden hard and often, or if scratch resistance matters - the RZR 170 full glass windshield is DOT-stamped laminated glass and will stay clear far longer
Specifications
- Material: 3/16" thick UV-stabilized polycarbonate (name-brand Makrolon or Lexan)
- Coverage: full windshield
- Tint: clear
- Coating: not coated for scratch resistance
- Construction: 3D CAD designed, CNC cut edges
- Sealing: rubber bottom seal against the bodywork
- Mounting: tool-less straps, secure during use and trailering
- Origin: made in the USA
- Manufacturer Part Number: ZL-RZ170-WS-FL-00
Fitment
Fits the Polaris RZR 170. UTV Zilla publishes fitment as RZR 170 with no year specifications listed, so no year restriction is applied here.
Designed for the stock RZR 170 configuration. It may not fit alongside aftermarket roofs, rear windows, cab enclosures, roof-mounted audio systems or mirrors with large clamp profiles. Fitment is not guaranteed on applications that are not listed - check your machine's configuration before ordering.
FAQ
Will this windshield scratch?
Yes, more easily than glass, and UTV Zilla says so plainly - this panel is not coated for scratch resistance. That is the trade for the price. Wash it with plenty of water and a soft cloth or microfibre, never a dry rag or a brush, and never wipe dust off dry. If scratch resistance is the priority, the RZR 170 full glass windshield is the panel to buy instead.
Does it rattle against the plastics?
There is a rubber bottom seal specifically to stop that. It sits between the panel and the machine's bodywork, which eliminates the rattle and also keeps the windshield edge from wearing a mark into the plastics - a common complaint with panels that mount hard against the body.
Which RZR 170 model years does this fit?
UTV Zilla publishes fitment as RZR 170 with no year specifications listed, so no year restriction applies. It is designed around the stock RZR 170 and may not fit alongside an aftermarket roof, rear window, cab enclosure, roof-mounted audio or mirrors with large clamp profiles.
How thick is it and what plastic is used?
It is 3/16" thick polycarbonate and UTV Zilla states they only use name-brand Makrolon or Lexan, UV stabilized. Polycarbonate is the impact-resistant choice over acrylic, which is what cracks when a rock finds it. UV stabilization is what stops it yellowing in the sun.
How does it install?
With tool-less straps, so there is nothing to drill and no hardware to torque. The manufacturer rates the straps to hold the windshield secure both while riding and while trailering. The panel is CNC cut, so the edges are finished and will not need dressing before it goes on.
Should I buy this or the RZR 170 glass windshield?
Buy this one if price is the deciding factor or if the 170 sees occasional use - it gives the same coverage for well under half the cost of the glass. Buy the glass windshield if the machine gets ridden hard and often: it is DOT-stamped laminated safety glass on a powder-coated aluminum frame, it will not scratch the way bare polycarbonate does, and it stays clear for years. This panel is the value option, not the durable one.
Why UTV Zilla
UTV Zilla builds windshields, roofs and rear windows across Polaris, Can-Am, Kawasaki and Arctic Cat platforms, and the line exists to put real protection on a machine at a price that does not rival the machine. Panels are 3D CAD designed and CNC cut in the USA.
Two things separate this from a generic plastic windshield. UTV Zilla names the material - Makrolon or Lexan, not unspecified sheet - which is what determines whether a panel stays clear or hazes in a season. And they are straightforward about what it is not: the listing says plainly that it is uncoated, rather than letting a buyer find out with a dry rag.
Decide Between Polycarbonate And Glass For Your Polaris RZR 170
This panel and the UTV Zilla RZR 170 full glass windshield cover the same opening, so the choice comes down to how the machine gets used. Occasional riding and a tight budget point here; frequent hard riding points to the DOT-stamped glass, which will not scratch the way uncoated polycarbonate does. Whichever you pick, the hard plastic roof and the polycarbonate rear window finish the cab off, and the UTV Zilla quick straps and thumb screws are available separately if you are replacing worn mounting hardware rather than the panel itself.
