Ok what are the differences between lower fairings?
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 6,146
Likes: 471
From: along the Front Range in Colorado
. time you buy the paint
.. & have someone local prep & shoot a knock-off,
...you'll spend nearly as much as ordering color matched
. plus,... then ya know the colors' gonna match
go ahead, ask me how i know
.. & have someone local prep & shoot a knock-off,
...you'll spend nearly as much as ordering color matched
. plus,... then ya know the colors' gonna match
go ahead, ask me how i know
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 496
Likes: 6
From: League City, TX
If you really want to go with the lowers, which I really like on my SG, then do yourself a favor and don't skimp and the get the new HD color matched 2014 version for your 2014 bike. They are worth every penny. Everything is better about them compared to the older version. The storage doors now open nicely with a magnetic latch as opposed to 4 snaps with a flimsy door. And the vent assembly now has a nice lever to open and close a more functional cooling door as opposed to the former sliding door that would sometimes get off track. Hope this helps.
Last edited by Bearcat1; Feb 25, 2014 at 10:00 PM.
If you really want to go with the lowers, which I really like on my SG, then do yourself a favor and don't skimp and the get the new HD color matched 2014 version for your 2014 bike. They are worth every penny. Everything is better about them compared to the older version. The storage doors now open nicely with a magnetic latch as opposed to 4 snaps with a flimsy door. And the vent assembly now has a nice lever to open and close a more functional cooling door as opposed to the former sliding door that would sometimes get off track. Hope this helps.
Road Captain
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 570
Likes: 4
From: New Mexico
I have a set off a 2010 Ultra Limited, black in good shape with the mounting hardware. A few minor scuffs. Not show quality, they have about 20K miles on them. $400 and I will ship them. Or make an offer.
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 126
Likes: 6
From: Leawood, Kansas
I think I would like to break down and install the lower fairings so now I need to decide which ones to get. I've heard there are changes to the 2014 lowers but I'm not sure what's different about them from the 2013 lowers. I know I've seen people on here pick up lowers on eBay pretty cheap compared to the 2014's in the HD catalog. The 2014's color matched from HD will be over $1300. Can someone break down the differences for me and maybe point out the pros and cons? Thanks!
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 3,820
Likes: 587
From: Michigan
The pre-'14 lowers use a sliding vent door that works off a single pivot at the top of the door. That pivot is a bit difficult to reach & operate while riding. The doors can change position on their own upon occasion (right wind gust while riding can move them). They also have a tendency to rattle when in the closed position (only hanging there on that top pivot point).
The '14 lowers use a vent door that is mounted from both top & bottom. They have a sliding lever to operate the doors. When brand new, the levers operate very stiffly, but seem to "loosen up" & operate reasonably smooth with a bit of use. Don't know for sure if the vents are more effective (I have a water cooled model) or just seem so because of different heat levels off the engine (last bike was a 103 ci w/10:1 CR as well), but my perception is, they work better. Can't address the storage cubby/lid issue cuz my 14 doesn't have them (I do miss not having them).
Choice is yours. I think either will work...
The '14 lowers use a vent door that is mounted from both top & bottom. They have a sliding lever to operate the doors. When brand new, the levers operate very stiffly, but seem to "loosen up" & operate reasonably smooth with a bit of use. Don't know for sure if the vents are more effective (I have a water cooled model) or just seem so because of different heat levels off the engine (last bike was a 103 ci w/10:1 CR as well), but my perception is, they work better. Can't address the storage cubby/lid issue cuz my 14 doesn't have them (I do miss not having them).
Choice is yours. I think either will work...
Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 183
Likes: 3
From: SD
If you really want to go with the lowers, which I really like on my SG, then do yourself a favor and don't skimp and the get the new HD color matched 2014 version for your 2014 bike. They are worth every penny. Everything is better about them compared to the older version. The storage doors now open nicely with a magnetic latch as opposed to 4 snaps with a flimsy door. And the vent assembly now has a nice lever to open and close a more functional cooling door as opposed to the former sliding door that would sometimes get off track. Hope this helps.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 20,616
Likes: 4,440
From: anacoco, la
there is a difference between doors and covers. when I bought mine, they came with everything I needed, installation hardware, glove boxes (extra if you buy the nonvented type), and the covers that snap on.
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 496
Likes: 6
From: League City, TX
Only thing I can think that is referring to is the locking doors that you can purchase as an option instead of the magnetic doors that come standard. I know mine had everything needed to complete the installation.