16' RGS Windshields.

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Sep 3, 2016 | 10:19 PM

HOGBOB

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16' RGS Windshields.

I'm looking to get slightly better wind protection so I can hear tunes at higher speeds. Stock shield and I'm done at 40~45mph. I really like the Klock Werks sport flare 9" but the 14"would probably be better. I'm 5'9" with the stock seat or a sundowner. Would I be looking through the 14" and does the 9" offer much over the stock shield?

Thanks, Bob.

Sep 4, 2016 | 01:44 AM

White Ice

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To me, the Klock Werks looks too narrow at the top to give better wind protection. The Freedom Shield looks to be a better option. I'm not a fan of all the curves on KW shields.

I think this would give more wind protection

http://freedomshields.net/rider_wind...iew.php?id=149

Sep 4, 2016 | 07:20 AM

HOGBOB

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I like the Freedom Sport Tour Better, just wish they had pics of the different sizes mounted for perspective. Guess I like curves but that's what makes the world go round. Thanks!

Sep 4, 2016 | 07:30 AM

PeteF

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I haven't tried the Klockwerks on my RGS, but I had one on my previous bike. I'm 5'9" and have a 13 inch Freedom Shield. The Freedom Shield is wider at the top, so it deflects more wind so there is less turbulence. Also, the recurve causes no distortion.

Sep 4, 2016 | 08:22 AM

nj08SEUltra

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Before you make a choice, I suggest going to your dealer and demo'g the 12" Windsplitter. Costs you nothing, you may like it (I do) or you may come away with a better I idea on the height you need.

Sep 4, 2016 | 08:22 AM

MatteGlide15

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I have a 15RGS and I'm running a 14" Klockwerks Sportflare. I'm also 5'10 and I'm able to still see over the top of the shield. If I slouch down i end up looking through the shield partially but it's never caused me any issues. Never tried the Freedom shields so I can't compare. All I can say is I like the looks of the KW and wind protection it offers. I don't get any helmet buffering and after a long ride I can see all bugs/ debris that would've caught me square in the kisser had I been running a shorter shield so I'm definitely gonna stick with it for now

Sep 4, 2016 | 08:48 AM

Kermie

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I have the Klockwerks Pro-Touring Flare in the 12" variety. I am 5'10" and look over the top. It also is not as swoopy as the Sport Flare which I prefer. I can hear the stereo at 80mph now

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Sep 6, 2016 | 09:31 AM

RFG7680

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I have the 14 inch sport flare on my RGS. Love it. I'm 5-10. Lose my music at 70-75. Wear a3/4 helmet. I'm on a RGU loaner now. My KW is better than the stock RGU shield.