windshield vs. fairing
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I'm looking for a solution to buffeting problem on 2005 Dyna SG. I installed slipstreamer spitfire and tried it with my new modular helmet (great helmet=AFX). The buffeting got real bad above 55-60 mph- head almost vibrating right off. Also does this with glasses if using half helmet.
I am 5'8" with 30" inseam. What is the answer?
I like the idea (and look) of the quarter fairing. So many choices between HD, dead center speed freak, memphis shades gauntlet, Ness. I would need the hardware as well and would like to not spend a fortune.
Also heard about Klock werks billboard as a good option to go the windshield route- still need hardware
Real world performance on the highway is the issue- Buffeting sucks. What also sucks is bugs, sand, rocks, etc.
Also don't want to be looking through the windshield.
I sound like I am menstruating over here, but maybe some of you have tried these options.... Thanks
I am 5'8" with 30" inseam. What is the answer?
I like the idea (and look) of the quarter fairing. So many choices between HD, dead center speed freak, memphis shades gauntlet, Ness. I would need the hardware as well and would like to not spend a fortune.
Also heard about Klock werks billboard as a good option to go the windshield route- still need hardware
Real world performance on the highway is the issue- Buffeting sucks. What also sucks is bugs, sand, rocks, etc.
Also don't want to be looking through the windshield.
I sound like I am menstruating over here, but maybe some of you have tried these options.... Thanks
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+1 on the fork deflectors. I hated the wind pounding my ears (half helmet). I put on a batwing fairing and it helped a little. Then I figured out the wind was following up my legs, across my chest and smacking into my head. I handmade a set of fork deflectors and it made a big improvement. Added a lower windshield with a little flip on the top edge. More improvement. Moved the mirrors below the bars. Even more improvement. Now if I was a smoker, I think I could light a cig at 60 mph. Just keep working at it, you'll find a combo that works for you.
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Starting to lean toward the rifle roadster quarter fairing. I like the idea of the flyscreen and the price is good, but I am having doubts about the buffeting problem being fixed by such a small shield.
Memphis shades gauntlet not made for 2005, just after 2006.
Batwing is great but expensive= fairing + mounts + windshield = $$
Memphis shades gauntlet not made for 2005, just after 2006.
Batwing is great but expensive= fairing + mounts + windshield = $$
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Starting to lean toward the rifle roadster quarter fairing. I like the idea of the flyscreen and the price is good, but I am having doubts about the buffeting problem being fixed by such a small shield.
Memphis shades gauntlet not made for 2005, just after 2006.
Batwing is great but expensive= fairing + mounts + windshield = $$
Memphis shades gauntlet not made for 2005, just after 2006.
Batwing is great but expensive= fairing + mounts + windshield = $$