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Old Apr 1, 2008 | 11:18 PM
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Default batwing wind deflectors?

who has the lower wind deflectors that go on the lower section of the batwing? I saw the ones at the stealer that open and close. I am wondering if its worth getting the ones that open or are the standard closed ones just as good.
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Old Apr 1, 2008 | 11:33 PM
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Default RE: batwing wind deflectors?

With the adjustable ones, now standard on the Ultra, you can direct airflow to your upper torso, which is very useful on hot days.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 03:41 AM
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Freedom Wings

$60 +/-

Good Value for the $s

Good Luck
 
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 05:52 AM
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Default RE: batwing wind deflectors?

I have the $30 ones that stay closed. Great for chilly mornings and cold days.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 06:40 AM
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Default RE: batwing wind deflectors?

Buy the adjustable ones, you won't regret it!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 06:44 AM
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Default RE: batwing wind deflectors?

I have an 08 Ultra with those on it and really like them. Open when warm, closed when chilly !!!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 08:18 AM
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Default RE: batwing wind deflectors?

Last year I took the batwings off and enjoyed the extra breeze and cooldown. Got cold, put them back on. Bought/mounted the adjustables for this year. I'm sure they'll work out fine. Noticed last year with no batwings and rain, that the rain/mist came up underneath my chin!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 08:28 AM
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Default RE: batwing wind deflectors?

I currently have the fixed ones on my 07 andtheir really nice when the weather is cool, however on those hot daysI have to remove them to get a little more wind. I'm planning on getting the adjustable ones here within the very near future, especially since everyoneI know that has them, love them... "D"
 
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Put them on a couple of months ago and was impressed with how much of a difference they made in cold weather. Haven't had the opportunity toopen them upwhen it's hot, but I'm sure they're going to help.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 09:11 AM
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I have the adjustable ones, have run them open and closed and didn't seem to notice much difference. IMO.
 
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