Before I ask the question, this is my first post but I have been hanging around here for several months and have gotten a lot of great ideas and information from this site. So thanks to all of you.

Now the questions. I have an 06 Super Glide and I am trying to decide what to do with some money I won in a nascar pool. I know I'm spending it on my bike, but I can't decide whether I want a windshield or not. So those of you out there that have a removable windshield, would you buy another one? How often do you use it and when do you use it? ie: long rides, cold weather or whatever. Thanks.

 

I got one when I took delivery of my WG. I rarely use it here in FL. Most of the time it's warm enough so I don't need it for cold protection. I will put it on during love bug season if I'm going on a ride in the country. And, if I do a long ride on the interstates I'll use it then, too, to keep the high-speed debris from causing me grief. But, I like the look of the bike without it, and I actually prefer the way the bike handles without it also. If you can afford it, it's nice to have when you really need it. I'd say I use it maybe 10 times a year, and I ride almost every day.

 

I bought a Memphis Shade shortly after buying the Street Bob.
I don't use it much putting around town, but love it out on the Interstate.
Large bugs, and small stones kicked up by cages, sting pretty good when encountered at 75mph.

 

Get the windshield! I finally got mine and I know it will be great for trips and winter riding. I like my bike better without it, but sometimes it comes down to function over form. Welcome to the forum.

 

I got the quick release HD model for the Bob. Love it for long trips, and really cold rides. Pops off in about 25 seconds, so around town puttin' is stylin.

 

You can give the money to me for my 98 C.I. build!!!

If you REALLY, don't want to give the winnings to me, I say NO, to the windshield. I have found that you get so used to the wind cutting factor of the shield that you get spoiled and end up leaving it on more and more.

 

for traveling and winter

 

If you get it, you will use it more and more. I have had mine on my Super Glide for about 1/2 of the 5000 miles I put on it this summer - keeps off the bugs - it only comes off on really hot days.

 

i'd have to say no. i bough the detatchable for my wide glide and hated it. just wasnt the same.

 

Around town I do not use mine but trips on the interstate are much more comfortable with the windshield. Mile after mile of large bugs and small stuff whipped up by cars and semis can get old in a hurry. I have the detachable and have had no problems with it at all. Goes on and off in no time at all.

Zyklon