Windshield Info
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From: Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand
Plenty of 80MPH riding but not a lot of interstate...we have these things called "roads" and they have "corners" on them which is why we don't get many Yankee riders down here and most that do get hurt 
Road Captain
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From: Michigan
When I bought my 97 heritage it came with a stock detachable windsheild. I took it off because I thought it looked stupid on the bike and rode without it for a couple years. Eventually one summer my allergies got so bad I couldnt ride without it. It also helped keep me warmer when the temp dropped below 60s which is about everyday in Michigan. Also when I rode without the shield my helmet and glasses moved all over my head..Maybe some day I will build a bobber and try and look cool again lol......
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From: SE Louisiana
I like a windshield with a recurve or "flip" at the top,
with the height right between your nose and mouth, the wind is still above your head.
You mostly look over the shield, but with a small nod of your head, your looking through it.
Another thing I like about the recurve is that the top edge is staight up and not kicked back, where you see the thickness of the sheild right in your line of sight.
We use a recurve on the flh and the sportster, and happy with both.
I think windshields look kinda funky on FX front ends, but it's still worth having it to me(and the wife).
This is actually a windsheild for a dyna but made it work on the sporty with mid glide trees, but can also completely remove it in 30 seconds.
with the height right between your nose and mouth, the wind is still above your head.
You mostly look over the shield, but with a small nod of your head, your looking through it.
Another thing I like about the recurve is that the top edge is staight up and not kicked back, where you see the thickness of the sheild right in your line of sight.
We use a recurve on the flh and the sportster, and happy with both.
I think windshields look kinda funky on FX front ends, but it's still worth having it to me(and the wife).
This is actually a windsheild for a dyna but made it work on the sporty with mid glide trees, but can also completely remove it in 30 seconds.
Last edited by Schex; Nov 6, 2013 at 04:56 PM.
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From: Indiana
LR Harold, how tall are you? I went through a multitude of options for my Sportster. Two best options:
1- HD 3/4. This one keeps the wind off your chest and smooths the airflow you get at head level. So, you don't have to fight to hang on and there is no buffeting. There is a company making a taller windshield for these, too, which I haven't tried.
2- Klockwerks billboard on the HD quick disconnect frame WITH LOWERS. This windshield has the recurve top lip as mentioned earlier. This sends the airflow higher making it like a windshield that is about 3 inches taller. It also provides a noticeable downforce on the front end. Great product. I mention the lowers because on my sporty there was still an updraft around the tank that caused buffeting. A pair of homemade lowers fixed that. There are plenty of options for better looking lower wings.
I no longer own the sporty but I do have the windshields, so if you are interested pm me. They would come at a significant discount compared to new, and we could probably work out a "try and buy".
I have a stock appearing Memphis Shades that came with my FLHRS. Would like to upgrade to a Klockwerks billboard or a batwing fairing. I tried riding without it once, just around town. Didn't like it and put it right back on.
Last edited by Whitey1; Nov 6, 2013 at 07:02 PM. Reason: add comment on current bike
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From: Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand
Would be glad to host your attempt 
but watch out, we drive on the correct side of the road here....
but watch out, we drive on the correct side of the road here....
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From: Alvin TX
My 94 softail custom came with the adjustable mounted shield , I'am 5'9 I lowered it as far as it would go , & a slite tilt back & wont go with out it No buffing from the under side wore the half helmet over the weekend no problem there , due rag stays on glasses don't move , with or with out helmet , I don't where a helmet most of the time just a due rag , & no trouble in handles at all even in high winds front side or back ,& at 62 the bug & other stuff flying at me the shield save a lot of bumps from them
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Road Captain
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From: New Albany, Ms.
Thanks
Want to thank everyone for the informative comments. Whitey1 has a almost new Klockwerks billboard on the HD quick disconnect frame, we are working out a deal on. When installed , I'll post pics & next Toy Run will be in Dec. & I'll post results.
Ride Safe,
Harold
Ride Safe,
Harold
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