Going From Batwing to Sharknose Fairing?
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RE: Going From Batwing to Sharknose Fairing?
Do a search on e-bay for harley fairing there's a few Road Glide fairing's on there pretty cheap! I'm always looking for a set of cheap fairing lowers fo my 05 Roadie. I caught a lot of flack for buying the shark nose Roadie, all my friends have Batwings. But after riding both I'm glad I got the Shark Nose [&:]
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I have been riding an Ultra Classic for the last week ( loaner bike while the HD shop is fumbling with my primary leak ) and I must say this.....
Under 70 mph, the batwing is much easier to handle, feels more nimble, and presents itself as much less intimidating to a shorter rider ( I'm not short by any means, just my thoughts )
BUT....and it's a BIG BUT.......over 70 mph, and on all day rides....the sharknose really shines. Personally, I think that it will require a more experienced rider to "Toss" a roadie into the twisties at high speed. I do not have problems doing so, but then again, I am 6'4" and bumping 300 lbs. If I had it to do over again....I would still get the sharknose. There is alot to be said about riding one handed, at 90 mph, with the cruise on. I do it regularly on the roadie. I tried it on the UC....it did not feel safe. Dont take it personally all you batwing fans......just my personal opinion.....
nogood o~`o
Under 70 mph, the batwing is much easier to handle, feels more nimble, and presents itself as much less intimidating to a shorter rider ( I'm not short by any means, just my thoughts )
BUT....and it's a BIG BUT.......over 70 mph, and on all day rides....the sharknose really shines. Personally, I think that it will require a more experienced rider to "Toss" a roadie into the twisties at high speed. I do not have problems doing so, but then again, I am 6'4" and bumping 300 lbs. If I had it to do over again....I would still get the sharknose. There is alot to be said about riding one handed, at 90 mph, with the cruise on. I do it regularly on the roadie. I tried it on the UC....it did not feel safe. Dont take it personally all you batwing fans......just my personal opinion.....
nogood o~`o
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ORIGINAL: mikeisglidn
shark nose growin on me too..........just cant make up my mind!!!
shark nose growin on me too..........just cant make up my mind!!!
???? you have a MIND ??? HAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAAHAHAHAAHAHAHAA !!!!!
just kidding !!
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RE: Going From Batwing to Sharknose Fairing?
ORIGINAL: wnogood
I have been riding an Ultra Classic for the last week ( loaner bike while the HD shop is fumbling with my primary leak ) and I must say this.....
Under 70 mph, the batwing is much easier to handle, feels more nimble, and presents itself as much less intimidating to a shorter rider ( I'm not short by any means, just my thoughts )
BUT....and it's a BIG BUT.......over 70 mph, and on all day rides....the sharknose really shines. Personally, I think that it will require a more experienced rider to "Toss" a roadie into the twisties at high speed. I do not have problems doing so, but then again, I am 6'4" and bumping 300 lbs. If I had it to do over again....I would still get the sharknose. There is alot to be said about riding one handed, at 90 mph, with the cruise on. I do it regularly on the roadie. I tried it on the UC....it did not feel safe. Dont take it personally all you batwing fans......just my personal opinion.....
nogood o~`o
I have been riding an Ultra Classic for the last week ( loaner bike while the HD shop is fumbling with my primary leak ) and I must say this.....
Under 70 mph, the batwing is much easier to handle, feels more nimble, and presents itself as much less intimidating to a shorter rider ( I'm not short by any means, just my thoughts )
BUT....and it's a BIG BUT.......over 70 mph, and on all day rides....the sharknose really shines. Personally, I think that it will require a more experienced rider to "Toss" a roadie into the twisties at high speed. I do not have problems doing so, but then again, I am 6'4" and bumping 300 lbs. If I had it to do over again....I would still get the sharknose. There is alot to be said about riding one handed, at 90 mph, with the cruise on. I do it regularly on the roadie. I tried it on the UC....it did not feel safe. Dont take it personally all you batwing fans......just my personal opinion.....
nogood o~`o
So, you feel the Batwing is easier to handle than the Road Glide at speeds below 70??? May I ask why.. And how do you get your Cruise to hold above 80?
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RE: Going From Batwing to Sharknose Fairing?
I switched my fairing on my 2005 Electra Glide Police Officer Special and Im glad I did. I love RGs! Heres a few pics. Ben
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