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Mar 22, 2026 | 07:48 AM

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cobenson

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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.

Guessing that is why they took away the ability to close the vent. Yes it has a vent, but does not close.

I totally misread your post. Thought you were asking if it was like the touring bikes and could open/close. Attention to details was lacking on my part.

Apr 11, 2026 | 05:55 PM

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Richard greer

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I bought a 14" touring width with light tint last year and very pleased with it. Stopped a lot of buffering and I wear a half helmet

Apr 12, 2026 | 08:58 AM

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BouseBill

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Originally Posted by cobenson

So is the Freedom Shield worth the money? From all the reviews I have seen, it really helps with buffeting. My issue I think I have with them is their sizing. I am half way between the 2 sizes.

Any other recommendations? Klock Werks? Clearview? LRS? Harley WindSplitter? Or Harley stock-ish but shorter?

I've looked at answers on here and seems we are all pretty tossed.

Really want it for a couple reasons: 1) Current windshield is center of my eyes. 2) Maybe hear the audio better.(Just did audio upgrade and haven't ridden since). Being 5'6" if that helps make a difference.

Thank you in advance all!

I would suggest go with the shorter of the two, that way your not trying to stretch your neck to see over the windscreen. If you haven't called Freedom shields do so Monday, they are more than helpful.
I'm calling tomorrow to order my third Freedom Shield, recurve touring model, if you're a Veteran or return customer they give a 10% discount IIRC.
And no I'm not employed by Freedom Shields

Didn't realize your post was 20 days old, anyway hope you found a new shield.

Last edited by BouseBill; Apr 12, 2026 at 09:15 AM. Reason: a little late to the game LOL

Apr 12, 2026 | 12:50 PM

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Didn't realize your post was 20 days old, anyway hope you found a new shield.

I did go with the shorter one. It came the day I left for a month long trip. So it is sitting in my garage waiting for me to return. So didn't even get to enjoy it. Some day. Sigh!

Apr 15, 2026 | 06:45 AM

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shovel52

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I bought the shorter one for my 2020. I bought it and they delivered it and it snowed and snowed and froze. I rode it a couple of days ago and really like it. Ken

Apr 23, 2026 | 07:49 PM

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Jwayne57

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Hi Bill,
Are you able to look over the 10” Freedom Shield.

Thanks,
wayne

Apr 23, 2026 | 09:31 PM

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Rounders

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My 2007 Electra glide has 9", I think. Touring maybe helps hear the stereo. Can barely see the curve. Stock is better in rain

Apr 24, 2026 | 06:52 AM

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bronxbill

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Hi Bill,
Are you able to look over the 10” Freedom Shield.

Thanks,
wayne

Yes, I see over it with no problem. I'm 5'7" and it works great for me. I bought it used, so I'm not really sure if its 9" or 10" but it's whatever the stock size Freedom makes