I'm in need of a windshield but am unsure of the correct size. I'm 5'10" and currently have the HD 2-up seat (though I will be getting one of the more comfortable options not too long in the future). What height should I be looking to get?

 

they say the top of the shield should end at the tip of your nose. measure from the top of the headlight to the tip of your nose high (where the top of the shield would be) and that should be good.

 

That's a good starting point...the main thing is that you want to be looking over it when in your normal riding position, you don't want to be looking through it. If you can't find a windshield with quite the right height, you can always get a slightly larger one and have it cut down at a glass shop, or DIY. That's what I did, happy as a clam.

 

I am also 5'10".... I have the H-D quick release compact windshield, standard height. It's a good height for me.

 

I am 5'9" and also have the HD quick release compact. I have Mustang seat.

 

I'm 5'10", got the sundowner seat and the HD quick release (the taller version). I run it all the way to the top of the forks and it comes out just right for me.

 

Your height is not a very good indicator of windshield height. Your torso length may vary considerably from other riders of the same height. I followed the rule of thumb and did the measurements and ended up with a shield that was still too short. The turbulence was terrible. But, a taller (2") shield was just right. Good luck.

 

So maybe a better question is how tall is everyone and what height is your windshield?
(while not a perfect method, at least this way I can at least get some averages)

 

5'7" I have the tallest with a Mustang seat,have a smoked short one extra now,can just see over the top

 

I have HD Compact Low Profile QD shield. I want to be able to look over it and keep the wind in my face but keep it off my torso. It works for me, but as BWLucky13 mentioned, it doesn't work for everybody. I don't think the turbulence is terrible, but it just may be I'm used to shorter shields. 100 mph, rain, 35 mph crosswinds, helmet/no helmet...doesn't really bother me. Oh, these conditions do NOT happen at the same time!!!!!!

Sit on the bike with your normal cruising posture. Have someone hold a yardstick at the top of the headlight. At what range would you like to see over the shield? Ideally, it would be low enough that you could sit erect and EASILY see over the shield on an uphill grade, and high enough so you can slump down a bit and get protected from the wind/cold/rain if it bothers you. Mine is shorter than that, and I'm happy about it. When it starts getting cold enough for discomfort I wear a helmet with face shield. When it gets cold enough for frostbite, I wear a modular helmet with either balaclava or bandana wrapped around my neck up to the bottom of my nose. Works for me, but YMMV.

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