Worst aerodynamics
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Fork deflectors will handle that for you.
I put the biggest shield Harley makes on my SG and the buffeting is gone. I still get plenty of air/wind from around the sides of the fairing and over the tank but it's not rattling my goggles.
If we're talking about aerodynamics, the bike is plenty aerodynamic...it's the rider that changes the way the bike resists the wind.
I put the biggest shield Harley makes on my SG and the buffeting is gone. I still get plenty of air/wind from around the sides of the fairing and over the tank but it's not rattling my goggles.
If we're talking about aerodynamics, the bike is plenty aerodynamic...it's the rider that changes the way the bike resists the wind.
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This is just a small rant. I took my Electra Glide on its first long trip to Americade. The time I got to Americade I had pounding headache from getting smacked around from the wind turbulence. I could not even read the street signs. I had a Bell custom 500 helmet on. I had to buy a new windshield and fairing wind deflectors when I got there. Now after $200 it was tolerable. I almost rather ride my Lowrider instead at least its a straight wind. I know Harley does not give a **** about there customers but dam you have been using this fairing since what the 70's ? Don't get me wrong I love the bike. I love Harleys. It rides and handles great. Radio's great and storage is great. Just when you spend 20k for a bike you would think little things like this would not be over looked. I know stop my whining. Don't feed the troll
. Americade was a great time everyone should try it out.
. Americade was a great time everyone should try it out.You just happened to have the right combination of height and helmet to experience severe buffeting. Changing the windshield is a good solution and no different than the rest of us who change windshields, handlebars, and seats to optimize our riding position and comfort. I'd say that if you fixed it with a $200 windshield, you got off cheap.
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And to the rest- we are talking about buffeting, not wind, if you ride, you would know the difference! ;-)
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I am planning on the fork deflectors but may wait till winter. I tried the Freedom Wings and extra smaller deflector they sell but didn't see much difference on the 08 I had. Haven't tried them on the 09.
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Add one of these:
Chrome Front Fork Air Baffle
Deflect the cold night wind rushing between the fork tubes of your Touring model. This stylish chrome air baffle replaces the Original Equipment black baffle on '00-earlier models. Includes chrome mounting hardware.
58520-79TC
and a pr of these:
Adjustable Air Deflector Kit
The Adjustable Air Deflectors feature an infinitely adjustable friction pivot that holds the wing in position to direct the air where you need it. Close the vent to direct airflow around fairing, or open the vent to maximize airflow on hot days. Available in dark- or light-smoked versions, the translucent deflectors are easy to install with included mounting hardware.
58166-08A
MSRP US $109.95
58156-08A
MSRP US $109.95
Yes they can be retrofitted to earlier models.
If that doesn't work buy a car.
Chrome Front Fork Air Baffle
Deflect the cold night wind rushing between the fork tubes of your Touring model. This stylish chrome air baffle replaces the Original Equipment black baffle on '00-earlier models. Includes chrome mounting hardware.
58520-79TC
and a pr of these:
Adjustable Air Deflector Kit
The Adjustable Air Deflectors feature an infinitely adjustable friction pivot that holds the wing in position to direct the air where you need it. Close the vent to direct airflow around fairing, or open the vent to maximize airflow on hot days. Available in dark- or light-smoked versions, the translucent deflectors are easy to install with included mounting hardware.
58166-08A
MSRP US $109.95
58156-08A
MSRP US $109.95
Yes they can be retrofitted to earlier models.
If that doesn't work buy a car.
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