To batwing, or not to batwing?

XKnight · 2012-12-07 03:39:51

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd93/gartec/dynaroadglide.jpg I wouldn't mind this

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Dec 10, 2012 | 03:51 PM

#31

gnstalodz

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Originally Posted by gartec81

I wouldn't mind this

Dec 11, 2012 | 05:33 PM

#32

tbone108

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Originally Posted by gnstalodz

I wouldn't mind this

Yes i like this one. Is it a full sized road glide ? it looks spot on.
tbone.

Dec 11, 2012 | 05:44 PM

#33

Stangheel

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not a fan but I'll admit it looks ok on some bikes. Since you asked I'll say don't do it...

Dec 11, 2012 | 05:51 PM

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shorelasHD

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From: SW FL-Jersey Shore Emigre

They probably do a good job keeping the slipstream off, but they're world-class fugly. Try a regular windshield, much less fugly.

Dec 11, 2012 | 05:58 PM

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ryder2u

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gotta agree with norb.... just dont look right on a dyna

Dec 11, 2012 | 08:42 PM

#36

dirtdreamer50

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From: sugar land, gulf coast, tx

To me, mind you, the batwing looks best on an FL front end with the larger full fender. They were made for electra glides look best on them. Again just me. Had a street glide, and there was some buffeting. the HD bottom wind deflectors that attached to the fairing's bottom edge, did help.

Congrats on the purchase, and enjoy... tomp dd50

Dec 22, 2012 | 09:15 PM

#37

pontiac69

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I think the fairing looks good. I liked mine when i had it. I had no issues with buffeting. I mounted it with 4 harley quick release clamps so it was on and off in seconds. Also mounted a small amp and 4" speakers for tunes with an ipod.

Last edited by pontiac69; Dec 22, 2012 at 09:25 PM.

Dec 22, 2012 | 10:26 PM

#38

XKnight

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Originally Posted by trip20

I'm pretty sure that due to your stock bar height you'll have to relocate the turn sigs. The stock mini apes on mine just happen to be high enough that I didn't have to relocate.

I installed the Batwing last week and didn't have to relocate the tun signals. There's plenty of clearance, but the signals are now covered up. Might move them, leave them as is or eventually get the side mirrors with integrated turn signals. Either way, the Batwing does a great job deflecting the wind and cold. Best mod I've done so far and I even like the way it looks.

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Dec 23, 2012 | 08:18 AM

#39

ryder2u

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hey... all you guys "pm" 'n me with your opinion that you disagree with my posted opinion.....post your opinion here dudes like i did...
if you want a "mini bagger" thats cool.....but if i wanted to ride a ltd brouham on 2
wheels i'd get one....
ride neked