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I have the old original Road Glide lower fairings with NO vents. Since adding these to my scoot, they have never been off.
Some folks may think different, but it's proven that with lowers on, you will have a cooler running motor. These things were designed to induct the air towards the motor, as well as many other things. Wind, rain protection, speakers, etc.
In the warmer months, sure it gets warm. But as Long as your riding and moving there's no problem. Of course when stopped at a stop light, heavy traffic, it's going to get hot. What would one think, we are sitting on a motor.
A proper tuned motor, removing the cat, Wards engine cooling fans will also help to make all the difference in the world.
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