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Jul 2, 2008 | 02:06 PM

FXWGG

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Windshield and wind deflectors

I have an 07 Ultra and the dang windshield hits me right at eye level.&nbsp\\; Is it better to go taller or shorter.&nbsp\\; I rteally don't like the looks of a taller&nbsp\\; one but want to make sure I don't get a lot of wind in the face.&nbsp\\; Any suggestions would help.&nbsp\\; Also, in reguards to the small wnd deflectors on the faring, has anybody taken them off and if so did it help with heat issues?
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FXWGG

Jul 2, 2008 | 02:21 PM

albertasaurus

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RE: Windshield and wind deflectors

For the windshield, go shorter. Your eyes should be looking over the top of the shield by a couple inches. As for the fairing mounted&nbsp\\;\\\\\\;wind deflectors, I have not removed them and have not been unbearably hot even on 100 degree days. From the look of them after a trip, they do their fare share of keeping bugs off of me.

Jul 2, 2008 | 02:27 PM

MyFirstHD

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RE: Windshield and wind deflectors

I thought the fairing deflectors were adjustable on the Ultra like the freedom wings?&nbsp\\; If not, freedom wings are only $79 and can be turned to give you a nice breeze.
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Jul 2, 2008 | 02:30 PM

stro1965

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RE: Windshield and wind deflectors

I recently switched to an 8" shield and like it a lot.&nbsp\\; I was OK with looking through the stock shield but it sucked in the rain.&nbsp\\; This one I look over and I'm sold on that now.&nbsp\\;
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As for the wings, I pulled mine for a while and immediately noticed a LOT more wind.&nbsp\\; I then went and bought the new style adjustable ones for the 08's and love the way they look and function.
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Jul 2, 2008 | 04:06 PM

winston chopper

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RE: Windshield and wind deflectors

Clearview has great windshields that deflect as much wind as taller stock ones. I have a 9.5" recurve that is as good or better than the stock 12" and I can see over it. They have smoked, clear and black and you can still see through them at night . They are the best!! I have not seen one bad comment about clearview and that what prompted me to get one.

Jul 2, 2008 | 04:23 PM

johntheone

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RE: Windshield and wind deflectors

I had a 4 inch tinted, the wind was directed into the face. I changed to a 10 inch, no wind and reduced noise - perfect for me. But, doesn't look anywhere near as good as the short tinted screen&nbsp\\;

so thats the trade - lower has the looks, higher has the comfort.

Jul 2, 2008 | 05:31 PM

SoCal Ultra

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RE: Windshield and wind deflectors

I'm 6ft and run a 8 inch tinted.&nbsp\\; I tried shorter and got a lot more wind, went to the 8 inch and it works very good.&nbsp\\; Looking over the shield is definately the way to go...I bought the fastaire since I was trying to decide and they run about $25-$30.&nbsp\\; Quality is good and they are great to deal with, fast shipment.&nbsp\\; The air baffle that goes between the forks is a must as well, you can buy chrome for about $20 or black for $12.&nbsp\\; Help with the buffeting air coming from below the tank.