What height windshield do you run?
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Joined: Sep 2008
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From: San Diego, CA
So I had the stock height on my Ultra ( 12.5 inch) and it drove me nutz, I cant stand looking at the road/ scenery thru plexi. Not to mention when it is all tatered with bugs and road grime and the sun is low visibility is a no-go. So I went with the 2.5 under stock. like it much better but there is a bit more wind buffet now kinda sucks.
What do you run?
What do you run?
I have a 9" and an 8". The height of the windshield, when you're sitting relaxed in your seat, is critical for maximum comfort. I'm 5'8" w/ 31" inseam. I can see over the 8" when sitting totally relaxed and on the 9" I can see over it in most seated positions, and can kinda duck behind it if need be. Both of the websites mentioned have tips for finding the best height.
You might try taking a piece of blue painters tape and put it at a measured height across your windshield. Go for a ride and see how easy it is to look just over the tape. This will give you a ballpark height to finally order a windshield. Hopefully you will get the right height for your first purchase...
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Recurve will definitely make a big difference. We have a good video on our website too that explains height choice if that helps. : )
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Road Master
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I went to a 6" and the wind buffeting was too much, I''m now back to the standard w/s that came with the bike. My problem is my line of sight is catching the top of the w/s and that I don't like. I may have to go with a higher one by 2-3". Everybodys different in thier fit I guess.
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From: Glendale AZ
5-8 and running stock RK shield. I'm looking thru it and like it better than looking over it...
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From: Maryland
There are so many threads on this. It is so hard to answer. All these are good questions.
I'm 6ft. with an LRS Ultra 8" and love it. After lowering my seat I still love it but am debating going down to a 7". LRS is great and my Ultra flip is great. Check out their website and give'em a call.
Road Captain
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I'm 6'1" and I ride a 2006 Road Glide...The stock windshild was too low, so I went with a Clearview 2+ (2" over stock). The upper edge is just about nose level. This way I get very little buffeting and a clear view in the rain.