Hello all. i saw a set of "engine guard chaps" on the www.Chilhowee.net website. they fit over your crash bars. Are they any good for air flow?,, do they direct the air directly onto the motor? ,,,or would they restrict the airflow?,,,can someone advise on this?
cheers from a sunny south africa
shaun

 

They do restrict airflow as that's what they're designed to do. I use mine in cooler weather to keep some of the cool breeze off me and also keeps some of the rain off as well. I think they're a great product and I use them a good share of the time. They don't seem to cause overheating but might in extremely hot (90 deg. +)

 

I made a set of these a couple of months ago for my bike using Sea Mark waterproof marine fabric. Haven't been in the rain with them yet to see how they do for it but they do help a little in the cooler air in the morning. I've only had them on the last week or so though and haven't noticed any substantial change in the running temp however I would/did avoid using them during the warmer weather. I plan to change the design a little before I make the next set to make them faster to put on and take off. (I have more straps and buckles than are necessary on this set)

 

thanx guys- well we have HOT weather down here in africa-average 25 -35 deg cel, winters can be a tad cold -3 deg cel to about an average of 15 deg cel daytime....i think il make mine out of some Buffalo or Elephant hide--they seem simple enough to make, anyone interested in some from other hide instead of Cow Hide???? ill be happy to oblidge-shaun

 

I've delt with Chilhowee for YEARS, nice guy and has done well because he makes a great product...and yes, these work in the wet or cold, but do cause heat issues in the summer, for the rider and the bike. If it's going to be above 90, I take them off...

 

FYI, the Desert Dawgs lowers have NO heat restriction, can be used as warm as you'd like without affecting the bike. Because they are designed to let some of the air into the engine. Also the material is different on the Dawgs - soft inner layer, waterproof outer layer. Check 'em out here: http://www.leadermotorcycle.com/harl...n-rain-guards/

 

So do they work with the hd Air deflectors or lowers

 

Thanks!! just ordered just what I was looking for. 10% off too.
Again thanks for the link!!!

 

Coolio!

 

Got 'em. Fit perfect, just in time for a cooler morning ride.