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dk79e 08-29-2011 11:53 PM

Standard vs recurve windshields
 
I have a EG with a standard 12" windshield. I was either trying to look over or through it. I changed to a 10" and now I can see over it great but get to much wind. I was hoping someone has tried the re-curve type windshields and what your thoughts were. I read that a 10" re-curve will act like a 12". hep me out here!:icon_dance-cpatch:

CSI 08-30-2011 12:12 AM

Yes it will. I went from the stock HD 12 incher to a 9 inch recurve. The pocket of still air is larger (better wind protection) and I can see over the top.

It ranks up there with one of the best purchases I made.

HarleyRanger 08-30-2011 12:19 AM

It's true, my 10" recurve (longrideshields) blocks wind like my old 12" but now I see over it and not looking at the top edge of it.

BLKBAGGER 08-30-2011 12:32 AM

I use an 8" and Im 6'2". I have ridden 700 miles a day with zero problems.

Cowboy Rob 08-30-2011 12:37 AM

I never could get a curved shield to work on my batwing no matter what size.Now with a RG the curved shield does great,go figure.

dk79e 08-30-2011 03:33 PM


Originally Posted by BLKBAGGER (Post 8757267)
I use an 8" and Im 6'2". I have ridden 700 miles a day with zero problems.

What type bike/fairing do you and Harleyranger have? And what brand?
Thanks

BLKBAGGER 08-30-2011 03:41 PM


Originally Posted by dk79e (Post 8759589)
What type bike/fairing do you and Harleyranger have? And what brand?
Thanks

E-glide with a Windvest 8" shield.

HarleyRanger 08-30-2011 06:12 PM


Originally Posted by dk79e (Post 8759589)
What type bike/fairing do you and Harleyranger have? And what brand?
Thanks

'09 Ultra Classic. I am 6'4" and rode for about six months with my stock 12inch shield before getting my 10inch recurve from Long Ride Shields. Extremely happy with both the product and the company.

longrideshields-1 08-30-2011 06:17 PM

Hey Dk79e. It's all about getting the right size with these shields. You want the top of the shield to line up with the tip of your nose/mouth area. Right in there as close as possible. They really do perform excellent. Have someone help measure is about the easiest way. Have them get down in front of bike eye level with you and look where it hits your mustache area. Then measure from the top center screw to the top of the shield and that's the size you need. If you need any more help, feel free to PM me or email or call. (775)331-3789.

Jack Straw 08-30-2011 06:51 PM

10" smoked Windvest on my 2010 RG. Looks great, works great. It has a nice little lip at the top, not all kinds of weird curves like some other brands. I see that LRS have both, but I like the clean look the small lip at the top, very functional as well.


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