RG Riders....Turbulence???
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BTW - We're using a two-piece Mustang solo and passenger pillion. In addition, we normally don't use helmets here in FL but do have a couple of DOT beanie types for when we're in a State that calls for them. No wind-blast problem with them on either.
Finally, I like the idea of a Clearview too for long-distance touring but just don't have enough cash saved up yet for getting one as an option for special trips. If you do go that way though, please let me know your experiences too.
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I have a 2011 RGU, which already has the lowers. I checked out the wind deflector kit and the chrome air baffle and am considering purchasing one or the other. Are both necessary, or is one functionally better than the other? Also, will they be an issue in hot weather? It seems they would block a lot of air from reaching the engine
There's a very lengthy thread on another forum WRT this question. Summary - most folks say results with either choice are modest but both types get the job done and there's no value added by having both.
I happened to get the newer plastic guys that redirect wind upward and closer to the backside of the fairing/windshield and, even living here in hot/humid FL, I can't tell any difference in engine temp. I do wonder though if those that selected the scoop type can detect any improvement in engine temp?
Another BTW for some of y'all - be aware that the plastic guys are advertised as not installable on scoots with the '09 and early '10 fuel tank mount retrofit but, despite that, it's easy to overcome with a small mod. For some others (me included), the scoop type won't fit under the triple tree on scoots with ABS.
Last edited by RangeRat; Nov 9, 2010 at 04:19 AM.
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I'll take a cut at this one too but don't want to squash input from mtclassic...
There's a very lengthy thread on another forum WRT this question. Summary - most folks say results with either choice are modest but both types get the job done and there's no value added by having both.
I happened to get the newer plastic guys that redirect wind upward and closer to the backside of the fairing/windshield and, even living here in hot/humid FL, I can't tell any difference in engine temp. I do wonder though if those that selected the scoop type can detect any improvement in engine temp?
Another BTW for some of y'all - be aware that the plastic guys are advertised as not installable on scoots with the '09 and early '10 fuel tank mount retrofit but, despite that, it's easy to overcome with a small mod. For some others (me included), the scoop type won't fit under the triple tree on scoots with ABS.
There's a very lengthy thread on another forum WRT this question. Summary - most folks say results with either choice are modest but both types get the job done and there's no value added by having both.
I happened to get the newer plastic guys that redirect wind upward and closer to the backside of the fairing/windshield and, even living here in hot/humid FL, I can't tell any difference in engine temp. I do wonder though if those that selected the scoop type can detect any improvement in engine temp?
Another BTW for some of y'all - be aware that the plastic guys are advertised as not installable on scoots with the '09 and early '10 fuel tank mount retrofit but, despite that, it's easy to overcome with a small mod. For some others (me included), the scoop type won't fit under the triple tree on scoots with ABS.
mine is abs 2011 RGU and the baffle fits no problem, I removed it from my 04 when I traded and put it on as soon as I got the new one home. I literally only rode the bike 40 miles or so before putting it on. I did put the air deflectors on a short time later and noticed an improvement over just the air baffle. I am not certain how much if any the baffle actually made as I was still giddy when I put it on LOL.
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mine is abs 2011 RGU and the baffle fits no problem, I removed it from my 04 when I traded and put it on as soon as I got the new one home. I literally only rode the bike 40 miles or so before putting it on. I did put the air deflectors on a short time later and noticed an improvement over just the air baffle. I am not certain how much if any the baffle actually made as I was still giddy when I put it on LOL.
A couple of guys on the other forum also reported that using both didn't seem to change a bit but then some riders didn't even notice any change whatsoever by adding either one or the other too. To them, no add-on did anything but I sure can feel the improvement with mine (just the plastic so far).
Oh well, different folks, different strokes I guess. I'll try to fit both too and see what happens. These dealies are just too cheap to simply pass up the chance for some more improvement.
ETA: If I get the new scoop fitted I might not be able to feel any difference but will still leave it on just in case a bit of extra air is directed downward onto the engine. That sure can't hurt anything either way.
Last edited by RangeRat; Nov 9, 2010 at 07:33 AM.
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