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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 01:11 PM
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Default FXSTS Windshield Suggestions Needed

First off, I'm not really a windshield guy (see picture below). However, my wife and I are planning a couple of longer rides, so I might want a windshield to sort of cut down on the wind fatigue. I'm looking for suggestions on windshields for the FXSTS that are as small as possible yet still accomplish their purpose. I've looked at several in different catalogs, but I don't want to just buy one at random. Thanks in advance for any suggestions you can give me.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 03:33 PM
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When i take my long trips i use my windvest windshield. It's small and it comes off in a few minutes with 4 bolts. Im not a fan of hardware left over nor do I like big windshields. Mine works great. It saved my a$$ in FL comin back from Miami. Look on ebay first. Got mine for $150 bucks.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 03:56 PM
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Here's a Pic of my Windvest 14incher CLICK HERE for link


 
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 04:59 PM
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for those that have one, whats your take on overall quality and functionality. it does look like a decent product, but question dollars worthy.
 
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I'm on my 2nd quick detatch by HD my first on my Sporty, low profile on both, it only comes to my chin so I never have to look thru it, I like the look better than the smaller ones.
 
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If YUR talkin about the Windvest there the Best.....
AND if U want to save some Money they always have a Vender Booth
at all the big Events..... CASH Not Credit Card saves $$$ Tooo
 
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The quality of the windshield itself is better than harley. The brackets are made with some serious billet. The whole product is nice.
 
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Windshields are ugly, but serve their purpose. Put the biggest one on that you can find. If you are going to put it on, it may as well protect you. A smaller one won't look any better. I like the HD setup.
 
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