Wind Deflectors - They Work
Grand HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 4,624
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From: Newcastle, Ca.
No different then fairings or lowers on touring bikes. Tea and Harleys are popular... lol
I wonder if the fangs were made about half the size if they would still be very effective. Smaller would be better. Anyone able to make a mock up?
I wonder if the fangs were made about half the size if they would still be very effective. Smaller would be better. Anyone able to make a mock up?
Tourer
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 441
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From: Da Bronx
This so weird... Normally I ride my SG, so this air effect is not present. I rode the OL's Deluxe (equipped with a Memphis Shade Shield) to our storage garage and definitely felt the updraft and buffeting. She was complaining of neck/throat discomfort and ear pain. I now know where this is coming from... Hate the look of the fangs, though. Im gonna have to come up with clear ones... Anyone make them clear?
Intermediate
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: Milroy PA
I installed the wind deflectors yesterday took 200 mile ride to York PA for the steel toe tour, granted they did help with buffering but the heat was unbearable, felt like my legs where frying. I also wondered how much air this takes away from the engine, anyway I took them back off, I am willing to take the head shake in exchange for more air. In the colder months they will be put back on. I think they will be excellent for cold weather riding.
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From: Milroy PA
I should note that the deflectors where Harley's newest edition part number 57400143 they are shaped different from the old version like a forward scoop best way I can describe it. They also appear to be wider than the older version.
