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Old Feb 17, 2013 | 12:30 PM
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I am seriously considering putting a Hoppe batwing fairing on my Fatboy Lo. My concern is being able to see over it, as I am only 5'1. I've not ridden a bike with a fairing, so it's hard for me to gage. I've heard great things about these fairings and how much people love them. I'm hoping this wont be an issue. Comments needed please!
 
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Old Feb 17, 2013 | 10:09 PM
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Not sure.. I'm 5'11" and I can see over mine fine.. Maybe my sig pic will help you..

EDIT: I've got a 10 inch windshield
 
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Old Feb 18, 2013 | 07:16 AM
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I'm 5'5" and using an exotic body fairing. I also have a lowered seat. I cut my shield down to about 3" so I can see over it. It works great with no buffeting.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2013 | 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by opencaliber
I'm 5'5" and using an exotic body fairing. I also have a lowered seat. I cut my shield down to about 3" so I can see over it. It works great with no buffeting.
Did you use a quick release mount?
 
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Old Feb 18, 2013 | 06:35 PM
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I do have my own quick release mount, but I like it so much I doubt that I will remove it.
 
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