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TortureKing

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detachable windshield
« on: July 14, 2004, 09:36:54 AM »

Hey, have any of you switchblade riders been able to locate a windshield that will fit over the stock headlight fairing?  I have been searching and so far I have had no luck.  I've tried dealerships, Memphis Shades, and some others and have come up with nothing.  If no one at this site knows I guess I'll just have to get one and have it cut out.  If any one can help I'd really appreciate it.  I love my DWG3, but on long rides (with a helmet pulling on my head like a parachute!) it gets less than comfortable.  Thanks for any input.
Stay safe, and ride man, ride!
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #1 on: July 18, 2004, 01:03:57 AM »

Hey Tortureking,

One of the best things I added to my FXDWG2 was my detachable windshield.
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #2 on: July 18, 2004, 01:04:51 AM »

Small Windnshield pic
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #3 on: August 16, 2004, 09:46:57 AM »

Hey Buffy,
Thanks for your photos and info that you sent. It really helped a lot.  I've been busy traveling for my job and getting my baby ready for a road trip and I finally finished it off yesterday with the windshield.  I took a short ride last night down I95 and man what a difference!  Between the Corbin seat, the Kuryakyn forward control extensions, Boss Bag saddlebags, and the windshield, I think I'm ready for a long haul, and when I get to where I'm going I can strip this thing down to sport mode in under 2 minutes!!!!  I"m also  really happy with my sissy bar attachment because I got rid of my sideplates (opening up the rear fender area) and I can lose the luggage rack and sissy bar with the ease of 2 screws.  I'll stop rambling now, you'll have to excuse me for being so wound up.  I'm just happy with how it turned out and I wanted to thank you for your input.

Take care, stay safe, and ride man ride!          

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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #4 on: August 19, 2004, 10:51:39 PM »

 [smiley=1syellow1.gif] DAMN Tortureking!
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #5 on: August 23, 2004, 09:29:18 AM »

Hey Buffy,
    Thanks for the compliment but I have to tell you I was a bit on edge shaping that thing.  I think the damn force must have been with me or something 'cause it did turn out pretty good! So to answer your questions...

A)  32"---  331/2" with my Frye engineer/harness boot! [smiley=wideeyed.gif]

B)  it is the 3" extension kit, which with my old Badlander seat my reach was just barely perfect.  Now with the Corbin Gunfighter and Lady seat my reach is comfortably perfect. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

C)  the chrome cylinder is a 10" billet storage tube which is good for maps, tools, and stuff you want to keep dry.  Word of warning.... loctite the bottom cap as you will have to buy a less expensive 7" tube to replace the one you lost!!!! [smiley=wink3.gif]

Take care and stay in  touch, maybe we'll meet up somewhere along the way..............
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #6 on: August 23, 2004, 01:54:25 PM »

Tortureking,

Thanks for the quick response.  I just may have to order a set of the 3 inch extensions......

I'll let you know how it turns out.

Thanks again.....  JOHN
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #7 on: August 23, 2004, 01:56:41 PM »

Tortureking,

By the way, I have the exact windshield that you have AND the small "sport" windshield.

Believe it or not, there is LESS wind with the smaller shield! -
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #8 on: October 07, 2004, 01:15:40 AM »

Just a test pic......

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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #9 on: March 06, 2005, 01:44:03 PM »

I love these windshields ! I need to find out what Harley P/N to use for the windshield and docking kit? I have the 2002 FXDWG3 (black). [smiley=nixweiss.gif]
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #10 on: March 06, 2005, 04:33:44 PM »

Also, Buffy, What drag bars are those?
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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #11 on: March 08, 2005, 11:36:39 AM »

bibn8r,

They are Carlini Clean Sweeps and they feel PERFECT!
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« Reply #12 on: April 14, 2005, 01:31:40 AM »

Thanks to this dicussion group I now have a great detachable windshield for my scooter (the HD dealership said it could not be done). I must say it took a lot of nerve to buy a $600 windshield (e-bay for $320) and put a saw to it, (the wife blew her top) but it turned out GREAT if I do say so my self. I'll post a pic if I ever figure out how to post it. Thanks again for all your help Buffy, and thanks Tourture King, just seeing that some one else did it gave me the confidence I needed. [smiley=1syellow1.gif] [smiley=7.gif] [smiley=bigok.gif]
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« Reply #13 on: April 14, 2005, 08:42:37 AM »

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Thanks to this dicussion group I now have a great detachable windshield for my scooter (the HD dealership said it could not be done). I must say it took a lot of nerve to buy a $600 windshield (e-bay for $320) and put a saw to it, (the wife blew her top) but it turned out GREAT if I do say so my self. I'll post a pic if I ever figure out how to post it. Thanks again for all your help Buffy, and thanks Tourture King, just seeing that some one else did it gave me the confidence I needed. [smiley=1syellow1.gif] [smiley=7.gif] [smiley=bigok.gif]


Well bibn8r,

Happy to see that you accomplished all these things at once.
Let's see:
saved marriage =        $30,000

custom windshield =     $1,200

increased confidence = priceless

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Re: detachable windshield
« Reply #14 on: April 14, 2005, 08:50:04 AM »

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Thanks to this dicussion group I now have a great detachable windshield for my scooter (the HD dealership said it could not be done). I must say it took a lot of nerve to buy a $600 windshield (e-bay for $320) and put a saw to it, (the wife blew her top) but it turned out GREAT if I do say so my self. I'll post a pic if I ever figure out how to post it. Thanks again for all your help Buffy, and thanks Tourture King, just seeing that some one else did it gave me the confidence I needed. [smiley=1syellow1.gif] [smiley=7.gif] [smiley=bigok.gif]


Hey bibn8r,

Glad that we gave you the confidence to "cut up" your new purchase.
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