Saddle heat shield/defector
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From: Culpeper, VA
Saddle heat shield/defector
Had a question. Has anyone installed the HD saddle heat shield/defectors on a 09 SG? I think the frame has the spot to mount them but I'll have to check my bike when I get home from work. Can you tell a difference with them installed? Been thinking about installing them but not sure what to expect or if they are worth it. What I'm talking about is in the red box in this pic (borrowed pic of hd_rolling bike) Thanks!
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From: JIM THORPE, PA.
I installed the Mid frame deflectors last week. All they did was push the hot air forward a little, so now my whole leg gets toasted instead of just the inner back part of it.
My bike also has the fork deflectors installed, so maybe they are part of the problem??
I do like how they make the bike look more "finished", without them on it looks like something is missing.
My bike also has the fork deflectors installed, so maybe they are part of the problem??
I do like how they make the bike look more "finished", without them on it looks like something is missing.
Last edited by asnowmobiler; Aug 2, 2012 at 09:35 AM.
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From: Al Bu Ker Key, New Mexico
I have them on my 2010 StreetGlide. I think the frame is the same as 2009. I am happy with what they do. Had mine painted to match and does IMHO make the bike look more "finished". As far as how effective they are I feel they do the job about as well as could be expected. They "deflect" the heat but the heat is still there just like before.
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I have run both the Kury and HD deflectors and the Captain's Crotch Cooler works WAY better than those plastic pieces that seem to just radiate the heat. The leather and backing material both block and absorb the heat.
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Cap'n Itch Coolers are way bigger & direct more air DOWN, plus there Leather and look nice - so easy to install - just remove your seat, lay it over the seat front mount & put the seat back on
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