Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
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Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
I just purchased a gently used 1995 FHLT with 47,000 on the clock. The previous owner was meticulous about maintenance
and the bike looks like it was built last month, not 12 years ago.
In the last 12,000 miles he has had an Ultima 89" stroker kit, a cam, S&S carb and Hi-4e ignition installed.
The bike runs great. The cam comes on strong at about 3000 and pulls strong until the rev limiter kicks in.
I have been riding for over 35 years and in my younger (dumber) days went 5 years without even owning a cage.
I have owned Triumph, BMW, Ducati and Yamahas. I still have a Yamaha TT500 and 58 BSA A10.
This is my first HD. It is definately a new and different experience.
I took a ride up to Santa Fe last weekend. On the interstate at 75 to 85 the wind tried to spread my legs like a $2 hooker.
I felt like I'd been riding a horse. It wasn't a problem on the return trip when I took the twisties around the back side of the mountain.
I see that HD and others offer wind deflectors that attach to the Batwing, but they all seem to be for 1996 and later models.
My question is was the fairing changed in 1996 or will these fit my 95?
Thanks
and the bike looks like it was built last month, not 12 years ago.
In the last 12,000 miles he has had an Ultima 89" stroker kit, a cam, S&S carb and Hi-4e ignition installed.
The bike runs great. The cam comes on strong at about 3000 and pulls strong until the rev limiter kicks in.
I have been riding for over 35 years and in my younger (dumber) days went 5 years without even owning a cage.
I have owned Triumph, BMW, Ducati and Yamahas. I still have a Yamaha TT500 and 58 BSA A10.
This is my first HD. It is definately a new and different experience.
I took a ride up to Santa Fe last weekend. On the interstate at 75 to 85 the wind tried to spread my legs like a $2 hooker.
I felt like I'd been riding a horse. It wasn't a problem on the return trip when I took the twisties around the back side of the mountain.
I see that HD and others offer wind deflectors that attach to the Batwing, but they all seem to be for 1996 and later models.
My question is was the fairing changed in 1996 or will these fit my 95?
Thanks
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RE: Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
Not sure how these will help your legs tho??
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Fits '86-'95 FLHT and FLHTC.
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MSRP US $30.00
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RE: Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
I believe there is no change in shape of the batwing from year to year but HD has a funny way of listing fitment. For example, The FLHX front signals say "fits 06-08" but they will fit 05 just fine and plug and play. Only deal is they where not an option in 05 (before the FLHX came out) and you have to remove the light bar. Since all FLHT come with light bar it wont fit. See what I am saying?? So, just because your year isnt listed don't mean it won't fit...... That's where this forum comes in handy. If someone has done or tried it they are here.
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RE: Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
I own a 95 FLHT. From what Ihave found, almost all major frame and body parts are diff. There was a change in the frame, seat, batwing, windshield, etc. Most parts from 86 to 95 fit, then there was a change from 96 to around 03. As far as the deflectors go, I use them and they do help somewhat, plus adds a little to the look.
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RE: Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
ORIGINAL: galtjunk
I just purchased a gently used 1995 FHLT with 47,000 on the clock. The previous owner was meticulous about maintenance
and the bike looks like it was built last month, not 12 years ago.
In the last 12,000 miles he has had an Ultima 89" stroker kit, a cam, S&S carb and Hi-4e ignition installed.
The bike runs great. The cam comes on strong at about 3000 and pulls strong until the rev limiter kicks in.
I have been riding for over 35 years and in my younger (dumber) days went 5 years without even owning a cage.
I have owned Triumph, BMW, Ducati and Yamahas. I still have a Yamaha TT500 and 58 BSA A10.
This is my first HD. It is definitely a new and different experience.
I took a ride up to Santa Fe last weekend. On the interstate at 75 to 85 the wind tried to spread my legs like a $2 hooker.
I felt like I'd been riding a horse. It wasn't a problem on the return trip when I took the twisties around the back side of the mountain.
I see that HD and others offer wind deflectors that attach to the Batwing, but they all seem to be for 1996 and later models.
My question is was the fairing changed in 1996 or will these fit my 95?
Thanks
I just purchased a gently used 1995 FHLT with 47,000 on the clock. The previous owner was meticulous about maintenance
and the bike looks like it was built last month, not 12 years ago.
In the last 12,000 miles he has had an Ultima 89" stroker kit, a cam, S&S carb and Hi-4e ignition installed.
The bike runs great. The cam comes on strong at about 3000 and pulls strong until the rev limiter kicks in.
I have been riding for over 35 years and in my younger (dumber) days went 5 years without even owning a cage.
I have owned Triumph, BMW, Ducati and Yamahas. I still have a Yamaha TT500 and 58 BSA A10.
This is my first HD. It is definitely a new and different experience.
I took a ride up to Santa Fe last weekend. On the interstate at 75 to 85 the wind tried to spread my legs like a $2 hooker.
I felt like I'd been riding a horse. It wasn't a problem on the return trip when I took the twisties around the back side of the mountain.
I see that HD and others offer wind deflectors that attach to the Batwing, but they all seem to be for 1996 and later models.
My question is was the fairing changed in 1996 or will these fit my 95?
Thanks
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RE: Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
ORIGINAL: PapaTravis
First, welcome. You must live around Albuquerque. I live in Ventana Ranch, at the west end of Paseo. I own a rk custom, so I have no experience with the batwing, other than renting them. But, I doubt those wings will help with wind on your legs. Ya might think about getting a set of lower fairings. www.hoggchops.com , makes an aftermarket one, and says they come in factory colors. They are a lot cheaper than the HD ones, you might consider them. Also, do you have highway pegs mounted on the engine guard, yet? If not, this might do the trick for you. I know that when I first got my rk custom, I had the same issue with those Santa Ana winds. Once I put the highway pegs on, it all is smooth as silk. Must have something to do with wind resistance. Just a thought, and again, WELCOME.
ORIGINAL: galtjunk
I just purchased a gently used 1995 FHLT with 47,000 on the clock. The previous owner was meticulous about maintenance
and the bike looks like it was built last month, not 12 years ago.
In the last 12,000 miles he has had an Ultima 89" stroker kit, a cam, S&S carb and Hi-4e ignition installed.
The bike runs great. The cam comes on strong at about 3000 and pulls strong until the rev limiter kicks in.
I have been riding for over 35 years and in my younger (dumber) days went 5 years without even owning a cage.
I have owned Triumph, BMW, Ducati and Yamahas. I still have a Yamaha TT500 and 58 BSA A10.
This is my first HD. It is definitely a new and different experience.
I took a ride up to Santa Fe last weekend. On the interstate at 75 to 85 the wind tried to spread my legs like a $2 hooker.
I felt like I'd been riding a horse. It wasn't a problem on the return trip when I took the twisties around the back side of the mountain.
I see that HD and others offer wind deflectors that attach to the Batwing, but they all seem to be for 1996 and later models.
My question is was the fairing changed in 1996 or will these fit my 95?
Thanks
I just purchased a gently used 1995 FHLT with 47,000 on the clock. The previous owner was meticulous about maintenance
and the bike looks like it was built last month, not 12 years ago.
In the last 12,000 miles he has had an Ultima 89" stroker kit, a cam, S&S carb and Hi-4e ignition installed.
The bike runs great. The cam comes on strong at about 3000 and pulls strong until the rev limiter kicks in.
I have been riding for over 35 years and in my younger (dumber) days went 5 years without even owning a cage.
I have owned Triumph, BMW, Ducati and Yamahas. I still have a Yamaha TT500 and 58 BSA A10.
This is my first HD. It is definitely a new and different experience.
I took a ride up to Santa Fe last weekend. On the interstate at 75 to 85 the wind tried to spread my legs like a $2 hooker.
I felt like I'd been riding a horse. It wasn't a problem on the return trip when I took the twisties around the back side of the mountain.
I see that HD and others offer wind deflectors that attach to the Batwing, but they all seem to be for 1996 and later models.
My question is was the fairing changed in 1996 or will these fit my 95?
Thanks
I live in Los Rancho de Albuquerque. There are already highway pegs on the bike but my legs are short so I can't reach them. I'll see if I can build something to bring them forward. I'll also look into some lowers.
Do you think the fork mounted wind deflectors would help?
Thanks to all for your replies.
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RE: Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
There's a lot of different deflectors for the HDs, but not too sure about your year/model. Some deflectors are also attached to the upper fork sliders and push the wind out to the sides of you. These might help.
check these out.
http://www.latus-harley-davidson.com...Deflectors.htm
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RE: Changes from 95 to 96 on an FLHT?
ORIGINAL: oldhippie
There's a lot of different deflectors for the HDs, but not too sure about your year/model. Some deflectors are also attached to the upper fork sliders and push the wind out to the sides of you. These might help.
check these out.
http://www.latus-harley-davidson.com...Deflectors.htm
There's a lot of different deflectors for the HDs, but not too sure about your year/model. Some deflectors are also attached to the upper fork sliders and push the wind out to the sides of you. These might help.
check these out.
http://www.latus-harley-davidson.com...Deflectors.htm