Topic: Windshields (Read 6793 times)

F-15 · « **on:** January 09, 2011, 03:49:45 PM »

I'm new to the forum and I just purchased my CVO a couple months ago and need a little help with the windshield. I have a 2010 FLHXSE (spice rum) and I'm 6'2" and not a big fan of the tall, clear windshields. I traded in my 06 SG in which I had a 12" Cee-Baileys installed and that worked like a champ. My only problem with the Baileys is that it shook like mad at idle due to the length. I noticed harley has a 7" shield that has a lip at the top to "throw" the air over ones self. Does anyone have this installed and what do you think.

JCZ · « **Reply #1 on:** January 09, 2011, 05:25:52 PM »

Most of us on the baggers are riding with a "lipped" windscreen now.

I'm 6'4" and I ride a SESG (2010) also and I've been riding with the Windvest Gunsmoke(dark tint) 8" with the lip on top.......suits me just fine. Abot the same as a 10" regular windscreen. Windvest #61-8040..... http://www.windvest.com/products/products.html

jcd520 · « **Reply #2 on:** January 09, 2011, 06:17:55 PM »

I am 6'3" and ordered a clearview dark grey 15 and cut it to 10( I kind of square it off at the top with my own pattern) and I use a mustang sport touring seat(raises you up some) and I love it . I look over the top of my windshields instead of through them but this works perfectly for me. Have used same setup on several bikes.

Cvostu · « **Reply #3 on:** January 09, 2011, 11:15:38 PM »

Miker bought one from Freedom Shields... really nice he has an 09 ultra.. looked great.

HD4CPA · « **Reply #4 on:** January 09, 2011, 11:57:05 PM »

I have a 7" recurve from freedom shield which works well. I'm 6'3".

F-15 · « **Reply #5 on:** January 12, 2011, 11:42:38 PM »

Thanks for all the info. I thought I was going to end up buying an HD shield but now its back to the drawing board. Just like most forums, this is great place to share knowledge and personal experiences. Keep the rubber on the ground.

JohnnyRock · « **Reply #6 on:** January 13, 2011, 09:47:41 AM »

Quote from: jcd520 on January 09, 2011, 06:17:55 PM

I am 6'3" and ordered a clearview dark grey 15 and cut it to 10( I kind of square it off at the top with my own pattern) and I use a mustang sport touring seat(raises you up some) and I love it . I look over the top of my windshields instead of through them but this works perfectly for me. Have used same setup on several bikes.

How do you cut it?

sugarbear20 · « **Reply #7 on:** January 13, 2011, 01:33:27 PM »

I like the klock werks windshield

NativTexan · « **Reply #8 on:** January 14, 2011, 01:25:51 PM »

Klockworks 8 1/2" works great for me and I am 6'2.

JCZ · « **Reply #9 on:** January 14, 2011, 01:34:18 PM »

Quote from: JohnnyRock on January 13, 2011, 09:47:41 AM

How do you cut it?

Tapp Plastic can cut it for you.

lilbear · « **Reply #10 on:** January 16, 2011, 06:56:45 PM »

I just installed an 8" dark tint Freedom Shields screen on my bike today and took it out for a 150 mile test run. Performed perfectly at all speeds. Worked really well at 80mph at keeping the wind just outside of the rider and passenger envelope. My wife was extremely pleased with the addition of the new screen. I'd have to say that compared to my 8" Windvest Shield, the air is less turbulent with this shield. Great product that I would highly recommend.

sugarbear20 · « **Reply #11 on:** January 17, 2011, 02:23:25 PM »

If you put your hand to either side and the front of the gas tank you will find a lot of air coming up. Harley make a chrome fork wind deflector for around $30 that does wonders in cutting down air and turbulance

Retro 11 · « **Reply #12 on:** January 17, 2011, 04:27:16 PM »

Has any one used the 7in spliter windshield put out by HD?
Retro 11

Wayne G · « **Reply #13 on:** January 17, 2011, 07:29:37 PM »

lilbear

Really like the curve of that shield, it really works with the angle of the faring.

Nice bike

Wayne

lilbear · « **Reply #14 on:** January 17, 2011, 09:47:55 PM »

Quote from: Wayne G on January 17, 2011, 07:29:37 PM

lilbear

Really like the curve of that shield, it really works with the angle of the faring.

Nice bike

Wayne

Thanks Wayne. I think it looks great on the bike, but better yet, it works like a champ!

billkse · « **Reply #15 on:** January 18, 2011, 07:01:25 AM »

Go to Freedom Shields we have two bikes and about 4 shields they are great..

Freedom Shields · « **Reply #16 on:** January 20, 2011, 10:17:19 AM »

Thanks guys !!

Make sure to check us out in the vendor area for CVO Member discounts.

Call or e-mail anytime with any questions.

John
Freedom Shields
john@freedomshields.net

www.freedomshields.net

DOC.COFFIN · « **Reply #17 on:** January 21, 2011, 04:29:48 AM »

LilBear...How tall are you? Why did you choose to gain an inch over the stock 7" shield? Thanks.

lilbear · « **Reply #18 on:** January 21, 2011, 08:53:55 AM »

Quote from: DOC.COFFIN on January 21, 2011, 04:29:48 AM

LilBear...How tall are you? Why did you choose to gain an inch over the stock 7" shield? Thanks.

Doc, I'm 6'1" with a fairly long torso and the 8" works great. I had previously played with Windvest shields and found that the 8" worked best for my height with my wife riding passenger, but now have found the Freedom Shield just works better! If I were riding solo, the 7" Freedom would have been plenty of height without question, but with the 8" height, we both ride in a great turbulence free pocket going down the road. We typically do longer rides and a variety of speeds throughout the ride day. For me, the 8" Freedom was the perfect choice.

DOC.COFFIN · « **Reply #19 on:** January 21, 2011, 12:24:35 PM »

That's some good intel...I'm just one RCH under 6' and was considering stayin' with the 7" height, but I ride two-up almost as much as I do solo...I'm thinkin' I might just gain that inch as well...Thanks!

DOC.COFFIN · « **Reply #20 on:** January 23, 2011, 02:48:55 AM »

LilBear...one more question...are those the Rumble Collection Passenger Boards you're runnin'? If so, do you have the numbers for that setup? Thanks again!

lilbear · « **Reply #21 on:** January 23, 2011, 08:13:29 AM »

Quote from: DOC.COFFIN on January 23, 2011, 02:48:55 AM

LilBear...one more question...are those the Rumble Collection Passenger Boards you're runnin'? If so, do you have the numbers for that setup? Thanks again!

Yes, I am using the Rumble collection for the passenger boards. The part numbers for the Rumble Collection inserts are: 51502-09 and 51510-09 (left and right). I also used the Ultra style adjustable mounts: 50768-07 and the ribbed pans: 50357-04.

Fireguy · « **Reply #22 on:** February 11, 2011, 06:02:18 PM »

Bought a klockwerks 8.5 windshield on ebay. ($80.00) I am 6'2'' with a 34" inseam so I sit rather tall in the saddle. The 8.5 was a little to tall for me,

so I decided to cut it down. Not as hard as I thought it would be. I took 1 1/2 inches off, works perfect for me.

Fireguy · « **Reply #23 on:** February 11, 2011, 06:03:51 PM »

It's 8 1/4 inches from top to the center of the screw.

Cvostu · « **Reply #24 on:** February 11, 2011, 09:44:20 PM »

Can you put a windshield bag on when using a Clockworks shield? I'd hate to be riding without one.

Fireguy · « **Reply #25 on:** February 11, 2011, 11:35:09 PM »

I know you can run 3 bags with the 8.5 windshield. Probably 2 with the smaller ones.

glenpick · « **Reply #26 on:** February 12, 2011, 01:43:11 AM »

8 Inch Freedom Shield - cannot recommend highly enough

Best service I have encountered in a long time & incredibly reasonably priced
Cheers
Glen.

glenpick · « **Reply #27 on:** February 12, 2011, 01:45:11 AM »

So true - was amazed where the air was coming from - would you have a part number from that good sir?

Quote from: sugarbear20 on January 17, 2011, 02:23:25 PM

If you put your hand to either side and the front of the gas tank you will find a lot of air coming up. Harley make a chrome fork wind deflector for around $30 that does wonders in cutting down air and turbulance

trwtow · « **Reply #28 on:** February 12, 2011, 10:18:48 AM »

Quote from: Retro 11 on January 17, 2011, 04:27:16 PM

Has any one used the 7in spliter windshield put out by HD?
Retro 11

yup me i like it

Hawg · « **Reply #29 on:** February 26, 2011, 10:13:55 AM »

I have a 8.5 inch Klock Werks, I am 6' 1" and the buffeting is bad not sure why. Will be trying some others out this year.

rayson56 · « **Reply #30 on:** February 26, 2011, 08:33:17 PM »

Freedom Shields for me. I am 6'2" with a 34" inseam. I went with the 8" dark tint. It works perfectly and I use a 3 pocket Boss Bags windshield bag (#43) and it works great. Quality and service from John are excellent.

roadking71865 · « **Reply #31 on:** February 26, 2011, 09:16:03 PM »

I have a Clearview 9" with recurve. I see just over the top but can duck behind it if I need to.

SCREMR · « **Reply #32 on:** March 10, 2011, 11:13:25 PM »

I have the HD 7' wind splitter and dont like it at all. I thik I am going to swap out to a Klock Werks. I am 6'1"

Hawg · « **Reply #33 on:** March 11, 2011, 11:02:29 PM »

I have a Freedom windshield ordered, if it works out I may have an 8.5" Klock Werks for sale.

DOC.COFFIN · « **Reply #34 on:** March 12, 2011, 06:15:45 AM »

Ditto...Ordered a 7" Dark Grey yesterday for my '11 FLHXSE2 CVO.

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jcd520

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