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May 11, 2011 | 07:54 PM

#21

The Q

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From: South Texas

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Originally Posted by Radical123

If you were to go with a klockwerks.what modle and highth?
I have not upgraded yet and am looking at the klockwerks.
5'8 mustang seat street glide with vibrating eyeballs.
Just got my lowers on but still need a little more help.

I put the Klock Werks 8.5" Flare Dark Smoke Windshield on my 2008 FLHX and am totally happy with how it lifts the wind up and over me. I'm 6' using a stock seat.

May 12, 2011 | 01:14 AM

#22

luisan

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From: Lawrenceville,GA/Rome,Italy

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Originally Posted by longrideshields-1

the issue I have with that shield is that you cant use the 3 bag pouches with it and it doesn't get the wind any higher over your head than a stock shield....... and it costs an arm and a leg.

I guess I am biased because I make shields, but in my opinion Harley was trying to make something that looked cool but im not convinced about its functionality.

I own one and I think it is OK for what it is.

I don't think it costs "an arm and a leg" it's a good product and has that little HD logo on it that is very cool.If you look at the competition -Klokwerks- you won't find them any cheaper.I just bought the HD headlamps set up(3) and I chose them over TL even though they were much more expensive but I'm convinced I got a better quality item designed for my bike.

May 25, 2011 | 06:33 AM

#23

whodares

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Originally Posted by Rickr01

Do you look well over the shield or is it in line with your vision? Thanks for the info. Rick

Definitely looking over the windshield.

May 25, 2011 | 09:07 AM

#24

longrideshields-1

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Originally Posted by Rickr01

I don't understand what you mean? That it doesn't push the wind up any higher than a stock shield. My stock Street glide shield is a straight 4 inch. This is 7" with a recurve at the top. No disrespect intended here, just a question? I haven't purchased a new shield yet but its definately my very next investment. I like the wind or I wouldn't be riding a motorcycle. I just don't like not being able to wear my glasses without having to have a band to hold them on my face, nor do I like the wind directed right up my nostrils.

I should have been more clear, yes a 7 inch will do more than a 4 inch shield, but when comparing apples to apples a 7 inch wind splitter doesn't really do anything to different from a 7 inch regular shield.

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May 25, 2011 | 10:51 AM

#25

Straycat

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From: wisconsin

I love the looks of the windsplitter but wanted the windshield pouches, glad it works for you. I went with Freedom Shields 8" recurve. At 5'11" and stock seat on an 11 Sg
its perfect and looks good. I think more people should give them a second look, priced right and good service.

May 25, 2011 | 09:32 PM

#26

chefskeeter

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From: Catskill, NY

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Originally Posted by Mixter

I am 5"6 and have the winsplitter. I have a saddlemen pro tour slammed seat. I find the shield better than stock but it needs to be about an inch taller. I still get a bit of buffeting but if I duck my head about an inch it's great.

. How much lower is that seat than the HD reduced reach seat?