Faring windshield options for Low Rider
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 68
Likes: 0
From: SoCal
Faring windshield options for Low Rider
I am looking at installing either a faring or windshield on my 2014 Low Rider.
Are there any Low Rider owners that have a Faring or windshield installed; what do you have installed, pros and cons if any?
Are there any Low Rider owners that have a Faring or windshield installed; what do you have installed, pros and cons if any?
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 5,465
Likes: 6,325
From: pacific northwest
I have the HD 58347-06 compact quick removal shield on mine, while not as good as the full fairing on my bmw r1100rt, it does a decent job. they also have a touring shield that I wish I would have bought.
Last edited by MRFREEZE57; Sep 14, 2014 at 10:13 PM.
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 198
Likes: 73
From: Adirondack Mountains
MRFreeze57,
What bags and seat are those? They look interesting, and how do they work for you? Thanks.
Stay safe, John
What bags and seat are those? They look interesting, and how do they work for you? Thanks.
Stay safe, John
Last edited by Adk.IBO; Sep 15, 2014 at 06:34 AM. Reason: Added seat to the ?.
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 837
Likes: 8
From: Wyoming
There are many options for both fairings and windshields. Before purchasing, the op may want to decide what s/he is looking for. A large windshield will probably provide the most protection from wind/elements but may or may not give the right look. Fairings, especially the small 1/4 fairings, often look great but provide significantly less protection, and may just keep the wind off your chest a little.
So, figure out how much protection you want, and how you want the windshield/fairing to look, and then find a product that fits your criteria. There really are a lot of options available.
So, figure out how much protection you want, and how you want the windshield/fairing to look, and then find a product that fits your criteria. There really are a lot of options available.
Personally I have a Memphis shades slim 17in with quick detach. I love it! Just enough protection on the highway to keep a lot of pressure off my hands and chest, as well as some protection from rain. I don't often take it off but it comes off in no joke 5 seconds. Plus it matches fairly well to my street bob.
I tend to steer away from the HD windshields they're thinner and not as solid. My GF's dad has multiple HD windshields for his road king and he says they all flex and buffet some at highway highway speeds. Mine is rock solid.
I tend to steer away from the HD windshields they're thinner and not as solid. My GF's dad has multiple HD windshields for his road king and he says they all flex and buffet some at highway highway speeds. Mine is rock solid.
Trending Topics
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 141
Likes: 11
From: Maine
I have the short Harley quick-detach windshield. It takes pressure off your chest and deflects bugs (haven't got a bee sting since it went on). I do get a lot of head buffeting, though. Sorry, don't have a pic with it installed.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 68
Likes: 0
From: SoCal
There are many options for both fairings and windshields. Before purchasing, the op may want to decide what s/he is looking for. A large windshield will probably provide the most protection from wind/elements but may or may not give the right look. Fairings, especially the small 1/4 fairings, often look great but provide significantly less protection, and may just keep the wind off your chest a little.
So, figure out how much protection you want, and how you want the windshield/fairing to look, and then find a product that fits your criteria. There really are a lot of options available.
So, figure out how much protection you want, and how you want the windshield/fairing to look, and then find a product that fits your criteria. There really are a lot of options available.
Good idea, thanks for the input, I am looking for as much protection as I can get. If the batwing faring can fit, I would definitely go with that. Helps on the FWY.
My first HD from sport bikes from years back so didn't really realize how important a faring/windshield was to my comfort.
Its not really the wind that bothers me, its what is in the wind.
Has anyone put one of these on a late model Low Rider specifically a 2014?
I looked at Memphis Shades, and Dead Center Cycles but not sure if they fit with the adjustable handlebar setup going on. May just take a call to the batwing faring maker to clear up.
Anyone reading this that has one of these on please post pics, and info on bike/faring.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 5,465
Likes: 6,325
From: pacific northwest
They detach very easy in about 30 sec. are decent quality for the price, I like hard bags more than soft.
the seat is the HD sundowner. stock seat is not bad for rider, however my wife went for a short ride with me on the stock and said it had to go. sundowner is a decent saddle, and is only saddle that I can remember which I can ride ride prolonged periods without by butt being in misery. while the sundowner does take away a bit from the looks of the bike, the comfort is worth it, although I stand 5'7", a guy much taller it may set you too far forward.