5' 6", ideal screen height for batwing?
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5' 6", ideal screen height for batwing?
I'm 5' 6" and wondering what the ideal screen height for a batwing would be? thinking a 6" or 7" would take away the turbulence. anyone out there 5' 6" and able to confirm?
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From: MA
Ideally you want to look over the WS so the top edge should be in line with your chin to your nose. When I determined my WS height I had a stock 12". I took a red grease pencil and measured up from the top edge of the fairing 9" and drew a line across the WS and rode with that to get a visual idea of looking over that line. It's crude but it will give you a place to start. I am 5'8".
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From: WA State
Ideal screen height
I sent this email to Long Ride Shields and here is their response. I have not ordered the shield from them yet, so I can't say for sure if this information is correct.
I have a 2010 Harley Street Glide with a Reach seat installed so I can touch the ground flat footed at stops. I am 5' 6" tall with a 29" inseam. I am interested in purchasing your Ultra windshield. What size would you recommend? I have a 12" stock windshield on my bike now. I replaced the useless 4" shield that came standard on the bike when I bought it. I would like to be able to see over the shield, but don't want to get beaten up by wind turbulence hitting me in the face.
Response from LRS:
Our target zone for a shield is around the chin and mouth area. If the seat sits you a little bit lower then the stock one, i would recommend a 6" or 7" windshield ultra flip up.
I have a 2010 Harley Street Glide with a Reach seat installed so I can touch the ground flat footed at stops. I am 5' 6" tall with a 29" inseam. I am interested in purchasing your Ultra windshield. What size would you recommend? I have a 12" stock windshield on my bike now. I replaced the useless 4" shield that came standard on the bike when I bought it. I would like to be able to see over the shield, but don't want to get beaten up by wind turbulence hitting me in the face.
Response from LRS:
Our target zone for a shield is around the chin and mouth area. If the seat sits you a little bit lower then the stock one, i would recommend a 6" or 7" windshield ultra flip up.
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From: St. Paul, MN
I too am vertically challenged, 5' 6", and purchased an aftermarket (non-flip) 8" windshield for my Ultra (to replace the 4" windshield that the previous owner had on the bike). I like to look over my windshield, and it could be about 1-2" higher before I would be looking through the top of the windshield. However, the 8" is adequate for throwing the air over my head. When I replace this windshield, I will replace it with a Long Ride Shields Ultra Flip-Up, in an 8" height too. If you ride two-up, the taller windshield will benefit your passenger somewhat.
I've included a small picture of my bike with the 8" windshield.
I've included a small picture of my bike with the 8" windshield.
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From: Lapeer , Mich
I think it is just a personal preference ,no set rules I like to look through the shield , I had a 7'' on my bike and did not like it I was looking right at the top so I went with a 15'' that is like 3'' over stock have not ridden with it yet but looks good
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The only way to find out is to buy a couple of them.
Go to Fast Aire and buy a couple of their $29.99 models and then you will have a real good idea of what works and what doesn't for you.
The forum could talk to you all day long, but that will still not answer your question.
Only you will know what will and will not work for you..
Know what I'm sayin'?
Go to Fast Aire and buy a couple of their $29.99 models and then you will have a real good idea of what works and what doesn't for you.
The forum could talk to you all day long, but that will still not answer your question.
Only you will know what will and will not work for you..
Know what I'm sayin'?
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From: Belle Plaine MN.
I had a 6 1/2 inch Klockwerks Flare on my King with the Dragon fly fairing. Not enough. Went with a 9 inch Longride and I like it much better. I'm 5'6" with a 29 inseam. Stock seat on the bike as well. The Klockwerks is for sale!
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