Windshield
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: P-town, VA
RE: Windshield
I know you say you don't want to spend too much but I recommend the Harley quick release standard height.
From my experience the less expensive ones like the Memphis Shades cause too much buffeting. I have a 15" and a 17" from them and even though they look better on the Sportster, they don't offer enough protection. Helmet buffeting is not a pleasent experience. All that wind whipping around a smaller shield can cause alot of buffeting that is very uncomfortable. Its like someone playing the bongos on your head. I originally had the Harley one but sent it back cause I thought it was too big. Looking back, I should have kept it as the looks weren't as bad as what the buffeting from the sleeker shields have caused. I currently don't use a shield but a 3/4 helmet with a flip down face shield. I still get the wind blast on the chest but at least my head isn't rock and rolling.
From my experience the less expensive ones like the Memphis Shades cause too much buffeting. I have a 15" and a 17" from them and even though they look better on the Sportster, they don't offer enough protection. Helmet buffeting is not a pleasent experience. All that wind whipping around a smaller shield can cause alot of buffeting that is very uncomfortable. Its like someone playing the bongos on your head. I originally had the Harley one but sent it back cause I thought it was too big. Looking back, I should have kept it as the looks weren't as bad as what the buffeting from the sleeker shields have caused. I currently don't use a shield but a 3/4 helmet with a flip down face shield. I still get the wind blast on the chest but at least my head isn't rock and rolling.
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 1,502
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From: Somewhere in, WA
RE: Windshield
While I don't have any real experience with the Memphis Shades, I've heard the same thing about buffeting with them.
I have a HD Detachable. Its a bit cheaper than the quick release because the hardware remains on the bike. Its not that noticeable when the windshield is off the bike, so its not a big deal to me.Plus that I leave the windshield on except when washing the bike, so...
I have the standard height windshield, and it makes a HUGE difference.
I have a HD Detachable. Its a bit cheaper than the quick release because the hardware remains on the bike. Its not that noticeable when the windshield is off the bike, so its not a big deal to me.Plus that I leave the windshield on except when washing the bike, so...
I have the standard height windshield, and it makes a HUGE difference.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2007
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From: Central, Ca.
RE: Windshield
ORIGINAL: MrsLive2Ride
I'm looking for a detachable windshield. Any recommendations? Don't want to spend too much on one since it would only be used on long tripsand won't be used very often.
I'm looking for a detachable windshield. Any recommendations? Don't want to spend too much on one since it would only be used on long tripsand won't be used very often.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 6,478
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From: Nashville, TN
RE: Windshield
I also have the HD quick detach. And I take mine off most of the time. Only use it for long trips, and in the cold or rain. They are kinda pricey. I found mine on ebay. I think I got it for $165.
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 263
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From: St. Louis MO
RE: Windshield
I've got theHD quick detach windshield and I love it. I got mine on the bike (bike was used) and its great. It literally takes about 30 seconds and you can get it on or off. It really makes a big difference on the feel when riding too. You don't have to fight the wind.
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 763
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From: Middletown, MD USA
RE: Windshield
I bit the bullet and bought the HD one. It's better than all the others. I don't use it much but appreciate it when I do.
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Road Master
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,073
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RE: Windshield
The one from HD is the way to go. The price is competitive with other manufacturers, but it is COMPLETELY removeable. The other brands I looked at left docking hardware on the forks when the windshield was removed.
I picked up the big "touring" model and other than it being 2" too short, I am quite happy with it. I'm a big guy and I sit upright when I ride, if I were a little shorter or slouched when I rode, it'd be perfect.
I picked up the big "touring" model and other than it being 2" too short, I am quite happy with it. I'm a big guy and I sit upright when I ride, if I were a little shorter or slouched when I rode, it'd be perfect.
ORIGINAL: MrsLive2Ride
I'm looking for a detachable windshield. Any recommendations? Don't want to spend too much on one since it would only be used on long tripsand won't be used very often.
I'm looking for a detachable windshield. Any recommendations? Don't want to spend too much on one since it would only be used on long tripsand won't be used very often.
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RE: Windshield
+1 for the Harley Quick Detach. I got the standard height with clear windscreen. Makes a HUGE difference in highway riding comfort and thus riding endurance and I can still pop it off and go for a breeze-in-the-face ride around the block when I want to. A little pricey but worth it IMHO.
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Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Northern California
RE: Windshield
For a cheap and stable handlebar mount windshield, try the Slipstreamer S-06 Spitfire. It goes on and off in a minute with two butterfly bolts. The narrow profile goes well with a Sportster. You can find them on Amazon.com for under $50 including delivery. For info: http://www.slipstreamer.com/Product/Sport/sport.html