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Old Feb 2, 2014 | 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Bigman405
Here is picture three of three. You can't even really notice it. I like it.
With your speakers and all, the windshield blends in well. Nicely done sir...
 
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Old Feb 2, 2014 | 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by hdgzr
With your speakers and all, the windshield blends in well. Nicely done sir...
Thank You Sir. I love it. Especially when riding in cold weather and long trips.
 
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Old Feb 2, 2014 | 12:04 PM
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I don't really like the way my fxst looks with a windshield (or bags, for that matter), but I use a QD on longer trips.
 
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Old Feb 2, 2014 | 06:52 PM
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I've ridden w and w/o and can say its a necessity on the highway.
 
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Old Feb 13, 2014 | 07:40 PM
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No where near as tired on the 400+ mile days with it on.

 
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Old Feb 13, 2014 | 07:47 PM
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Looks or comfort, Comfort wins, long rides an BIG bugs beat out lookin cool.
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Old Feb 14, 2014 | 12:29 AM
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I bought a windshield in 07 and its been on a shelf collecting dust since then. I think i like the idea that i "could" use it anytime but never do. Maybe this year...
 
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Old Feb 14, 2014 | 08:39 AM
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Long rides without a widscreen just suck the fun out of the ride. Especially with apes, you can not make yourself more aerodynamic. You just sit there like a sail and let the wind hit you.
 
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I think it looks goofy but that's just me.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2014 | 10:52 AM
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Its only wrong if you like eating bugs.
I've got a HD Quick Detachable screen (upgraded with a Klock Werx insert) on the Street Bob -
 
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