Freedom Shields Windshield
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From: NW Indiana
You will not regret buying a Freedom windshield. Contact them, give them your information and they will let you know what you need. Their customer service is excellent. I have bought two and if I ever need another, this is where I will go.
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Joined: May 2013
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From: Toronto
I’ve been a fan of Freedom Shields since 2012. First on my 2012 Limited (120,000km) and then on my 2018 Tri-Glide (165,000km). Never a problem. I use two different heights for the Tri depending on season and whether local riding or touring.
Not familiar with the tripple tree damper….. anyone have a photo or part number?
Not familiar with the tripple tree damper….. anyone have a photo or part number?
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From: Florida
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Joined: Aug 2021
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From: Utah
Are you riding with the fairing vent open? You should be. Helps quite a bit IMHO.
I can't comment on a Freedom shield for your bike as mine is a Freewheeler. I can tell you its a top notch product, their service and communication is great. They ARE made to order (no, they can't make a custom size, I asked) so there is a little lead time depending on their order backlog. Mine took about two weeks, but they were pretty busy.
Best batwing shield I ever had was the 10" Harley wind splitter. But you have to be able to look at least slightly over it, and learn to ignore the optical distortion at the top 2". I had one on my lasts 2 batwing bikes. I actually trimmed 3/8" off the top edge, and just reducing it that much got me looking over it just right. I learned to ignore the distortion. That think was awesome.
Also, a lot of buffeting is coming from below. So windshields are only gonna go so far in eliminating it. Have you looked at the DK customs wind deflector wings?
https://www.dkcustomproducts.com/acl...SABEgKC9PD_BwE
Or the GADS stuff:
https://www.glideairdeflectorsystem....ra-glide-2014/
But I really like my Freedom on my Freewheeler. Totally different beast though.
I can't comment on a Freedom shield for your bike as mine is a Freewheeler. I can tell you its a top notch product, their service and communication is great. They ARE made to order (no, they can't make a custom size, I asked) so there is a little lead time depending on their order backlog. Mine took about two weeks, but they were pretty busy.
Best batwing shield I ever had was the 10" Harley wind splitter. But you have to be able to look at least slightly over it, and learn to ignore the optical distortion at the top 2". I had one on my lasts 2 batwing bikes. I actually trimmed 3/8" off the top edge, and just reducing it that much got me looking over it just right. I learned to ignore the distortion. That think was awesome.
Also, a lot of buffeting is coming from below. So windshields are only gonna go so far in eliminating it. Have you looked at the DK customs wind deflector wings?
https://www.dkcustomproducts.com/acl...SABEgKC9PD_BwE
Or the GADS stuff:
https://www.glideairdeflectorsystem....ra-glide-2014/
But I really like my Freedom on my Freewheeler. Totally different beast though.
Last edited by kceder001; Mar 22, 2026 at 02:49 AM.
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From: Wisconsin
Are you riding with the fairing vent open? You should be. Helps quite a bit IMHO.
I can't comment on a Freedom shield for your bike as mine is a Freewheeler. I can tell you its a top notch product, their service and communication is great. They ARE made to order (no, they can't make a custom size, I asked) so there is a little lead time depending on their order backlog. Mine took about two weeks, but they were pretty busy.
Best batwing shield I ever had was the 10" Harley wind splitter. But you have to be able to look at least slightly over it, and learn to ignore the optical distortion at the top 2". I had one on my lasts 2 batwing bikes. I actually trimmed 3/8" off the top edge, and just reducing it that much got me looking over it just right. I learned to ignore the distortion. That think was awesome.
Also, a lot of buffeting is coming from below. So windshields are only gonna go so far in eliminating it. Have you looked at the DK customs wind deflector wings?
https://www.dkcustomproducts.com/acl...SABEgKC9PD_BwE
Or the GADS stuff:
https://www.glideairdeflectorsystem....ra-glide-2014/
But I really like my Freedom on my Freewheeler. Totally different beast though.
I can't comment on a Freedom shield for your bike as mine is a Freewheeler. I can tell you its a top notch product, their service and communication is great. They ARE made to order (no, they can't make a custom size, I asked) so there is a little lead time depending on their order backlog. Mine took about two weeks, but they were pretty busy.
Best batwing shield I ever had was the 10" Harley wind splitter. But you have to be able to look at least slightly over it, and learn to ignore the optical distortion at the top 2". I had one on my lasts 2 batwing bikes. I actually trimmed 3/8" off the top edge, and just reducing it that much got me looking over it just right. I learned to ignore the distortion. That think was awesome.
Also, a lot of buffeting is coming from below. So windshields are only gonna go so far in eliminating it. Have you looked at the DK customs wind deflector wings?
https://www.dkcustomproducts.com/acl...SABEgKC9PD_BwE
Or the GADS stuff:
https://www.glideairdeflectorsystem....ra-glide-2014/
But I really like my Freedom on my Freewheeler. Totally different beast though.
Thats some good information there. Some things I didn't think of. There is no closeable vent on the 2024.
Not sure if I'd like the distortion, or even would want to try and get used to it. Just one more thing to deal with while riding.
I have not looked at the wind deflectors, yet. But will check them out as well. Anything helps, that's for sure.
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From: Raleigh NC
I'm 5'7" and am riding with a 10" Freedom shield on my 2026 SG3; works great for me. Not sure what size you will need on a 2024 since the fairing is different, On my 2022 Triglide, I used a LRS and was very happy with that one also. Not sure if that helps or adds more confusion.
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I'm 5'7" and am riding with a 10" Freedom shield on my 2026 SG3; works great for me. Not sure what size you will need on a 2024 since the fairing is different, On my 2022 Triglide, I used a LRS and was very happy with that one also. Not sure if that helps or adds more confusion.
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AI Overview:The 2024 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra comes standard with a fork mouunted batwing fairing that ncludes a center- mounted, pressure equalizing duct. This stock fairing vent is designed to deliver smooth airflow and reduce head buffeting during long rides.