Fangs, or lower fairings?
Thread Starter
|
Cruiser
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 128
Likes: 29
From: Edmonton
Fangs, or lower fairings?
I know there's been some discussion of this topic in the past, but after searching the archives I haven't really found anything diffinitive to help my decision.
I've got a 2014 SGS. I put the fangs on, and have been really happy with how they smoothened out the airflow and back-pressure behind the windshield. Now I want to add the lowers, as I like the look and the storage and the increased protection up here in central Alberta. I was going to get the quick-release setup, as I like the airflow in warmer weather and I've read that the lowers block the air, even with the vents open.
Problem is, the lowers don't work with the fangs, so when I take off the lowers, I'll have all that buffeting back. So I may consider just leaving the lowers on all the time and living with the extra heat for the few months it's warm up here.
On the other hand I may just keep the fangs on and leave things well enough alone. However, if anyone has done any testing to see which solution solves the buffeting problem more... fangs or lowers... I'd love to hear it.
Cheers guys, and thanks for any help you can give me.
ross
I've got a 2014 SGS. I put the fangs on, and have been really happy with how they smoothened out the airflow and back-pressure behind the windshield. Now I want to add the lowers, as I like the look and the storage and the increased protection up here in central Alberta. I was going to get the quick-release setup, as I like the airflow in warmer weather and I've read that the lowers block the air, even with the vents open.
Problem is, the lowers don't work with the fangs, so when I take off the lowers, I'll have all that buffeting back. So I may consider just leaving the lowers on all the time and living with the extra heat for the few months it's warm up here.
On the other hand I may just keep the fangs on and leave things well enough alone. However, if anyone has done any testing to see which solution solves the buffeting problem more... fangs or lowers... I'd love to hear it.
Cheers guys, and thanks for any help you can give me.
ross
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 4,416
Likes: 88
From: San Quirino, Italy
I know there's been some discussion of this topic in the past, but after searching the archives I haven't really found anything diffinitive to help my decision.
I've got a 2014 SGS. I put the fangs on, and have been really happy with how they smoothened out the airflow and back-pressure behind the windshield. Now I want to add the lowers, as I like the look and the storage and the increased protection up here in central Alberta. I was going to get the quick-release setup, as I like the airflow in warmer weather and I've read that the lowers block the air, even with the vents open.
Problem is, the lowers don't work with the fangs, so when I take off the lowers, I'll have all that buffeting back. So I may consider just leaving the lowers on all the time and living with the extra heat for the few months it's warm up here.
On the other hand I may just keep the fangs on and leave things well enough alone. However, if anyone has done any testing to see which solution solves the buffeting problem more... fangs or lowers... I'd love to hear it.
Cheers guys, and thanks for any help you can give me.
ross
I've got a 2014 SGS. I put the fangs on, and have been really happy with how they smoothened out the airflow and back-pressure behind the windshield. Now I want to add the lowers, as I like the look and the storage and the increased protection up here in central Alberta. I was going to get the quick-release setup, as I like the airflow in warmer weather and I've read that the lowers block the air, even with the vents open.
Problem is, the lowers don't work with the fangs, so when I take off the lowers, I'll have all that buffeting back. So I may consider just leaving the lowers on all the time and living with the extra heat for the few months it's warm up here.
On the other hand I may just keep the fangs on and leave things well enough alone. However, if anyone has done any testing to see which solution solves the buffeting problem more... fangs or lowers... I'd love to hear it.
Cheers guys, and thanks for any help you can give me.
ross
Advanced
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 83
Likes: 2
From: Arkansas
Yes, the hard lowers absolutely do work with the fangs (fork mounted air deflectors). I have them on my bike and would not do without them.
For the ultimate setup, get the adjustable air wings for the lower part of your batwing fairing. The triple tree mounted air deflector, the hard lowers, and the fork mounted deflectors. All of these together produce the best results.
For the ultimate setup, get the adjustable air wings for the lower part of your batwing fairing. The triple tree mounted air deflector, the hard lowers, and the fork mounted deflectors. All of these together produce the best results.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 5,642
Likes: 1,985
From: Cleveland Zoo
I have quick release lowers for my bike but have not installed them yet, I'll make them work with my Harley fangs. I have the faring wings also but don't always use them.
I use a full face helmet, this bike with a re-curve windshield and fork wind deflectors alone produces a very calm air area to ride in, just about no turbulence.
I use a full face helmet, this bike with a re-curve windshield and fork wind deflectors alone produces a very calm air area to ride in, just about no turbulence.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 3,784
Likes: 100
From: Pasadena TX
I live in the Houston area where it's 100 degrees in the summer, and I don't notice any downside to having lowers year round. In fact, I even put speakers in them so there's no way I would do without them now.
Trending Topics
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,934
Likes: 722
From: Ontario, Canada
Yup...they work/fit just fine...on pre-Rushmore bikes anyway.
I bought the HD issue fangs...dealer parts guy said they won't fit or work with lowers. I took a chance and bought them anyway. Full lock both ways and there's still a minimum of 1/2" clearance.. Maybe not enough for Harley's comfort level of clearance??
Harley "Fangs" Fork-Mount Wind Deflectors-57400146A http://www.harley-davidson.com/store...20-57400146--1
I also added the Front Fork Air Baffle-58520-79TC http://www.harley-davidson.com/store...ork-air-baffle
I run the Harley 10" Windsplitter windshield with stock UC seat and at 6'3" I get virtually no head buffeting.
I bought the HD issue fangs...dealer parts guy said they won't fit or work with lowers. I took a chance and bought them anyway. Full lock both ways and there's still a minimum of 1/2" clearance.. Maybe not enough for Harley's comfort level of clearance??
Harley "Fangs" Fork-Mount Wind Deflectors-57400146A http://www.harley-davidson.com/store...20-57400146--1
I also added the Front Fork Air Baffle-58520-79TC http://www.harley-davidson.com/store...ork-air-baffle
I run the Harley 10" Windsplitter windshield with stock UC seat and at 6'3" I get virtually no head buffeting.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,833
Likes: 35
From: Southern Maryland
Yes, the hard lowers absolutely do work with the fangs (fork mounted air deflectors). I have them on my bike and would not do without them.
For the ultimate setup, get the adjustable air wings for the lower part of your batwing fairing. The triple tree mounted air deflector, the hard lowers, and the fork mounted deflectors. All of these together produce the best results.
For the ultimate setup, get the adjustable air wings for the lower part of your batwing fairing. The triple tree mounted air deflector, the hard lowers, and the fork mounted deflectors. All of these together produce the best results.
works for me too.
