8.5 Klock Werks Flare Windshield Review - FLHT
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8.5 Klock Werks Flare Windshield Review - FLHT
DISCLAIMER: I don't work for the following companies, I just found the right shield!
I have had my Electra Glide Standard for the past 3 years and I got it all customized to my liking. Having been riding Softails for the past 8 years, I had to get used to the windshield/fairing. I went from a stock clear Harley shield to other different brands, mainly Fastaire and Long Ride Shields. Here is a list of my journey thus far:
1. 4 inch black Fastaire shield
2. 6 inch dark smoke Fastaire shield
3. 9 inch dark smoke Fastaire shield (cracked when rock hit it)
4. 9 inch dark smoke Long Ride Shield
I finnally got my windshield selection right with the 9 inch dark smoke shield from Fastaire. I then purchased a Long Ride Shield which does everything they advertised, but I was always interested in the Klock Werks so I was excited when 8.5 came out. I ordered it Thursday morning from Eastern Performance, it was deliverd by Friday afternoon, (you have to love that) and the windshield was installed by 5:00 that evening.
I took it out for nice test ride last night, I only went 30 miles (thanks to this wonderful NJ weather) and I have to say that this windshield peforms great! Thus far I have no complaints with it. It looks good and in my opinion makes the bike handle a little bit better. I had hardly any air hitting my directly in the face and coming from a 6'4" guy that is saying something. The sound of my radio is even better. I was first skeptical about these shields, but overall impressed with the quality and performance.
Like most other riders, I never wanted to pay over $100 for any shield, but I was able to get this shield from Eastern Performance for under $150, plus they gave me a coupon for 10% off, not to mention free shipping. FYI, my LRS cost me $80 plus shipping.
If you like to shop at Eastern Performance a lot like me, enter coupon code "savings" at check out on http://www.easternperformance.com/. This code is good until February 28.
Thanks everyone for reading! Photos to come soon!
I have had my Electra Glide Standard for the past 3 years and I got it all customized to my liking. Having been riding Softails for the past 8 years, I had to get used to the windshield/fairing. I went from a stock clear Harley shield to other different brands, mainly Fastaire and Long Ride Shields. Here is a list of my journey thus far:
1. 4 inch black Fastaire shield
2. 6 inch dark smoke Fastaire shield
3. 9 inch dark smoke Fastaire shield (cracked when rock hit it)
4. 9 inch dark smoke Long Ride Shield
I finnally got my windshield selection right with the 9 inch dark smoke shield from Fastaire. I then purchased a Long Ride Shield which does everything they advertised, but I was always interested in the Klock Werks so I was excited when 8.5 came out. I ordered it Thursday morning from Eastern Performance, it was deliverd by Friday afternoon, (you have to love that) and the windshield was installed by 5:00 that evening.
I took it out for nice test ride last night, I only went 30 miles (thanks to this wonderful NJ weather) and I have to say that this windshield peforms great! Thus far I have no complaints with it. It looks good and in my opinion makes the bike handle a little bit better. I had hardly any air hitting my directly in the face and coming from a 6'4" guy that is saying something. The sound of my radio is even better. I was first skeptical about these shields, but overall impressed with the quality and performance.
Like most other riders, I never wanted to pay over $100 for any shield, but I was able to get this shield from Eastern Performance for under $150, plus they gave me a coupon for 10% off, not to mention free shipping. FYI, my LRS cost me $80 plus shipping.
If you like to shop at Eastern Performance a lot like me, enter coupon code "savings" at check out on http://www.easternperformance.com/. This code is good until February 28.
Thanks everyone for reading! Photos to come soon!
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i'm 6'-3'' have been using the 8.5 on my 010 st glide since nov. I really like it. no problem with wearing a baseball hat at highway speeds . I hate looking through a windshield and can see over the top of this one fine. the 8.5 sends the air over the top of your head really well. I know they also make an 11.5 sorry the pics arn't that good but they're all I had. click to enlarge them. Later guy's.
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Just installed mine last night, Ohio weather sucks right now (rain and a muddy driveways) have'nt rode yet. 6' tall W/ 32" inseam and it hit me right below the nose. So far i'm happy with fit & finish!!Had a 6" and way to much buffeting, hopefully this takes care of it. I'll let ya know how it is riding as soon as the weather gets a little better. It's a quality screen!
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