KW 12" flare Rg windshield
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,380
Likes: 14
From: Atlanta
I suppose that half of us have tried to like the KW, but found there was just too much wind noise from the air hitting the side of the helmet.
The other half of us wish that the KW was better, because it looks terrific. They're in denial about the real aerodynamics. Or they can't find anyone to sell it to!
I'm 5'10" and am in the first category.
The other half of us wish that the KW was better, because it looks terrific. They're in denial about the real aerodynamics. Or they can't find anyone to sell it to!
I'm 5'10" and am in the first category.
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,652
Likes: 5
From: The sticks in SC
6'2" and the wind noise was BRUTAL!!! I sold mine and picked up a 15" cee baileys dark gray euro, looks a lot like the KW flair, but without the wind noise according to Philm our test pig! 
I haven't installed mine yet I'm waiting for a bit warmer weather 
I haven't installed mine yet I'm waiting for a bit warmer weather
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,276
Likes: 0
From: Top of Texas
I suppose that half of us have tried to like the KW, but found there was just too much wind noise from the air hitting the side of the helmet.
The other half of us wish that the KW was better, because it looks terrific. They're in denial about the real aerodynamics. Or they can't find anyone to sell it to!
I'm 5'10" and am in the first category.
The other half of us wish that the KW was better, because it looks terrific. They're in denial about the real aerodynamics. Or they can't find anyone to sell it to!
I'm 5'10" and am in the first category.
Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 173
Likes: 0
From: Mechanicsville Md
Coolest looking shield, but the wind noise is unbearable. I have one I will sell ya!!!
I am waiting to hear Gilbos review of the Cee baileys.
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 1,548
Likes: 163
From: Mt. Airy, MD
I am 5'8", have the 12" kw, and like it. although I do seem to have a windshield fetish, and may try the 15" cee bailey if I ever have the spare coin for it. at your height, you will have a lot of wind... its your call whether you mind the wind or not... just gotta remember you're riding a motorcycle not a honda accord.
Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 173
Likes: 0
From: Mechanicsville Md
I am 5'8", have the 12" kw, and like it. although I do seem to have a windshield fetish, and may try the 15" cee bailey if I ever have the spare coin for it. at your height, you will have a lot of wind... its your call whether you mind the wind or not... just gotta remember you're riding a motorcycle not a honda accord.
You are correct it is a motorcycle!! Wind is one thing but noise that makes you bleed out of the ears is something else!! I am 6'3 and if I slumped down it was not bad, but not comfortable!! Otherwise forget about it!
Trending Topics
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 758
Likes: 0
From: Winston Salen, NC
I believe Pastor John said it best. It looks great and my wife actually loves the look of my RG now. I have tried to accept the noise and have even started wearing ear plugs. The noise is just terrible. I will be going to a Cee Bailey very soon. Will probably give my Clock Works away.
Edit: I am 6" and the way the KW is, it shoots an air stream right past each ear. And as someome said, I am on a motorcycle and expect wind, I just don't like gale force in my ear drums. It drowns outmy tunes.
Edit: I am 6" and the way the KW is, it shoots an air stream right past each ear. And as someome said, I am on a motorcycle and expect wind, I just don't like gale force in my ear drums. It drowns outmy tunes.
Last edited by monkish; Feb 5, 2009 at 08:30 PM.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
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
6th Gear
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
From: High Desert
Does anyone have any Info on Windvest windshilds? I just bought a 14" while I was in Laughlin this week, They are saying that this will take most of the noise away around my ears and the air will go over my head by 4", is this true?
They will be sending it to me next week, so if anyone thinks i wasted my money let me know for I can cancel the order.
They will be sending it to me next week, so if anyone thinks i wasted my money let me know for I can cancel the order.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
bailey, cee, clock, clockworks, davidson, flare, flared, harley, kw, motorcycle, review, touring, tunes, windsheild, windshield, windshields
