Windshield, yea or nay

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Jun 15, 2016 | 05:37 PM

#31

FurryOne

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From: Rome, NY

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warp Factor

Anyone ever seen apes on a race bike, or as original equipment on a serious touring bike?

Who died and made you the authority on bars?

Everyone has their own riding style and comfort position. I don't prefer the "bent forward" riding position, so I changed to "mini-apes" to get the pull-back they offered without increasing the height over the original drag bars.

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Putting apes on a bike these days isn't much different than wearing a patch that says, "Clueless wanna-be poser dork".

That's "MR." Dork to you, buddy.

Jun 15, 2016 | 10:14 PM

#32

Pete3323

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From: Woodland Hills, CA

Rode an FXRS for 23 years without a shield. Bought my 2k Heritage and have never looked back. Windshields rule.

Jun 15, 2016 | 11:44 PM

#33

UT-rckr

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From: Utah

Quote:

Originally Posted by QC

I have a quick detach windshield I use for long rides/touring. It's off around town.

This^. I hate the looks of them but love the more comfortable ride they provide.

Jun 16, 2016 | 03:44 AM

#34

j33ptj

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From: The Netherlands

Small screen that really helps with the motorway speeds..

It is the Arlen Ness Wide fairing

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Jun 16, 2016 | 01:49 PM

#35

Swamp Donkey

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From: Ohio

Thanks for all the advice and opinions, really good stuff !!!!!

Jun 16, 2016 | 02:00 PM

#36

mpaquette

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From: Ypsilanti, MI

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Originally Posted by ElectroMike

IMO, if you use the bike for short trips and stay off highways, the ride is more enjoyable without one. If you take long rides or cruise on highways and keep up with highway speed, then a windshield will make those rides more pleasant.

I agree. I love riding without a windshield until I have to go above 60mph. Above that speed I don't find riding enjoyable unless I have the windshield on.

Jun 16, 2016 | 02:07 PM

#37

eichacsj

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From: Tempe, AZ

I took mine off a couple of times for around town. To save my hearing I ride with my screen. I did have to get a higher screen (21") as the OEM one (19") the wind would hit me right under the glasses, dried my eyes out.

Agree with others for on high speeds much more enjoyable with a screen.

Jun 16, 2016 | 03:15 PM

#38

Mike Lawless

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From: Central California

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpaquette

I agree. I love riding without a windshield until I have to go above 60mph. Above that speed I don't find riding enjoyable unless I have the windshield on.

I'm like that too. I love my wide-a$$ beach bars, but at speeds above 60, it hurts after a while. Hurts my hands from hangin' on, hurts my back from trying to counterbalance with my legs...just not pleasant

I didn't like the full size windshield, so out came my cut-off wheel and I started hacking till I ended up with this. Takes wind pressure of my torso, and puts my helmet in clean air so I don't get any buffeting.

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Jun 16, 2016 | 03:25 PM

#39

Super Glidester

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From: 40.2444° N, 75.6419° W

A windshield is a plus at sustained highway speeds. Around town, not necessary. I usually run mine a lot though just because I don't feel like taking it off. My Sportster is always a "No Windshield" ride.