MS fairing mounted
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From: S.E. MO
Fairing, 2 different size shields, chrome trim piece, side shields, and plates ran $500 shipped.
I already had the HD clamps and spent a few dollars on hardware.
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From: Albuquerque, New Mexico
I didn't get the chrome piece, but I spent @ $300 on the Batwing and 11" windshield
and about another $100 for the custom made brackets. I also used the clamps from
my existing HD windshield so I didn't have to buy them new.
After a couple trial ruins, I've ordered a Clearview 14" recurved windshield as I was
getting more head level turbulence than I liked. Reinstalling the MS clear lower deflectors
on the forks helped a lot, though.
FWIW, I'm 5'11", use a Mustang seat with folding backrest which moves me an inch
or so further forward than the stock position, have forward controls, wear full face or
modular helmets 99% of the time (yes, I realize that's part of the problem but I've been
face-planted before in my youth and I'm already ugly enough..) and only experience
noticeable turbulence above 60-65mph.
Since I ride a lot of long-distances and speed limits in the Southwest are up to 80mph,
eliminating the turbulence at high-speed cruise is very important. Coastal riders
probably wouldn't have a problem with MS' mid-sized clear piece.
One the Clearview is here and the weather breaks, I'll post more results.
and about another $100 for the custom made brackets. I also used the clamps from
my existing HD windshield so I didn't have to buy them new.
After a couple trial ruins, I've ordered a Clearview 14" recurved windshield as I was
getting more head level turbulence than I liked. Reinstalling the MS clear lower deflectors
on the forks helped a lot, though.
FWIW, I'm 5'11", use a Mustang seat with folding backrest which moves me an inch
or so further forward than the stock position, have forward controls, wear full face or
modular helmets 99% of the time (yes, I realize that's part of the problem but I've been
face-planted before in my youth and I'm already ugly enough..) and only experience
noticeable turbulence above 60-65mph.
Since I ride a lot of long-distances and speed limits in the Southwest are up to 80mph,
eliminating the turbulence at high-speed cruise is very important. Coastal riders
probably wouldn't have a problem with MS' mid-sized clear piece.
One the Clearview is here and the weather breaks, I'll post more results.
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From: Livingston, Texas
Another great thread on MS fairings. I ordered the faring with lower deflectors and saving coin for the brackets. I have the QD clamps on the HD shield but I'm thinking I'll get the MS fats / slims brackets so I can sell the HD shield whole. I think the fairing will stay on most of the time anyway.
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Got to go on a good test ride today. It was around 37 degrees and we ran 105 miles for a New Years day ride.
The fairing worked good, I did have some minor buffeting (stronger at times) but it wasnt to bad. I had my full face helmet on which was always worse with other shields as far as buffeting goes. I think with a half helmet and some adjustment it will be even better. This was with the short 5 inch shield as well so I figure it would be better with the 9 inch I also got.
I like it enough to get another headlight and get it moved back a little. I will post more pictures once it is done.
The fairing worked good, I did have some minor buffeting (stronger at times) but it wasnt to bad. I had my full face helmet on which was always worse with other shields as far as buffeting goes. I think with a half helmet and some adjustment it will be even better. This was with the short 5 inch shield as well so I figure it would be better with the 9 inch I also got.
I like it enough to get another headlight and get it moved back a little. I will post more pictures once it is done.
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