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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 04:57 PM
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Does anyone else think that the mid frame heat deflectors actually trap more heat, making the heat worse on the rider's upper right thigh ?

I currently ride a 2016 Road Glide Ultra with mid frame heat deflectors. Previously, I had a 2012 Electra Glide Classic without the heat deflectors. It seemed much more comfortable, heat wise. I'm thinking of removing them from the Road Glide to see if there's any difference.
 
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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 05:44 PM
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I am not really sure. I had an 04 Ultra Classic and my right leg would really get hot.
But then, they have re-routed the header pipes on the 14 Ultra Limited I have so it is hard to tell.
 
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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 07:44 PM
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Only when you're sitting still!
 
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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 08:48 PM
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I will let you know next week. I am taking mine off tomorrow. Along with the tour pack.
 
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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 08:56 PM
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can't speak to the HD heat deflectors, but I have the Capt Itch crotch cooler on my '16 Road King and I couldn't be happier! It really does shield the heat
 
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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 10:23 PM
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I've never hador needed or wanted any heat deflectors. The only time I sit for very long is at a stoplight and it's not that long to complain about feeling the heat because I really don't.
 
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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by rjjj629
can't speak to the HD heat deflectors, but I have the Capt Itch crotch cooler on my '16 Road King and I couldn't be happier! It really does shield the heat
Agree....my Crotch Cooler keeps the heat completely away from my legs.
 
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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 10:57 PM
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I have a 2014 SG and even when moving the heat from the rear cylinder seems much hotter than my '08 SG.
I ordered the RJS Originals heat shields Monday - due to arrive Thursday. I'll post after trying them this weekend.
 
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I have heard they can restrict the flow of fresh air the rear jug? Mite want to check on that.
 
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Old Jul 20, 2016 | 08:04 AM
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Put them on my '03 ultra when I had it, and they made a big difference. I've had several bikes since then, and none of them had them and I didn't notice any more heat.,,
 
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