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[Indenial]

Has anyone tried the new wind deflector kits that come with the 2011 RG Ultra?  Do they work? Do they improve anything?  I couldn't get the pic to copy. Thanks


   
 FLTR Wind Deflector Kit


Easy-to-install, these snap-fit Wind Deflectors reduce and redirect the air flow that rises between the fairing and fork tubes. The resulting reduction in updraft can dramatically reduce buffeting for many riders. Stock on '11 CVO™ Road Glide®.

 57000063


Fits '09-later FLTR and FLTRU models. (Will not fit models equipped with the Fuel Tank retrofit mounting kit.)

MSRP US $29.95



 
   
 
 
 
     
 
 

 
 
 

[LC110]

IMO Best $30.00 I have spent in a long time.
I run with no lowers and a 13" CB windshield.
With the deflectors installed, I have less wind around me from the waist up.
I also noticed my pants don't get blown around as much. And I hear less of that rattling noise from the engine.

[NVWLDTHG]

"hear less of that rattling noise from the engine"?

I bought a set, but have not gotten home to put them on.  If you have a chnace post some pixs of them on the SERG.

[LC110]

"hear less of that rattling noise from the engine"?
Yes mine rattles like most of them in that 2000 to 2500 RPM range.
Also Compensator needs to be replaced and I have the in neutral clutch out when hot rattle also.
G guess all the noise these engines make is normal 
But the wind deflectors work great

Picture by chainsaw

[doubledown]

  I did'nt want to believe it, and now don't want to admit it, but those $30 pieces of plastic really do work. After reading the posts here, I took a ride to the Harley dealer today, and bought a set ( they had them in stock!) Put about 200 miles on the bike today, and they definately cut down on the wind blast. My wife even made a comment about the wind not being so bad today (she didnt know I put them on)

   Just wanted to post this for the skeptics out there ( i'm one of them) they work!

[Indenial]

Fits '09-later FLTR and FLTRU models. (Will not fit models equipped with the Fuel Tank retrofit mounting kit.)

Couple of questions for you guys.  Will they fit even if we had the "upgrade fix" to the fuel tank mount?  Also, those that have them installed, where does the wind go now. Meaning that the wind deflection has to be there, just in a different direction. Can you feel it with your hand anyplace?  Thanks,

[LC110]

I had the fuel tank retrofit done. They don't snap on to the bolts, like HD would like.But they fit tight on the bolt heads.
I have not had any problem with mine moving around at all.
As for the wind, I feel it just breaks the air up (if that makes sense)
I don't feel any extra wind/air any place only less wind/air and my BSR commented that things are a lot quieter.
AKA/ can hold a conversation a lot easier.

[Dracula]

"The resulting reduction in updraft can dramatically reduce buffeting for many riders. Stock on '11 CVO™ Road Glide®."


You would think after spending as much money as we did on our bikes the MoCo would send us a set for free!!!

[Dan_Lockwood]

I had the fuel tank retrofit done. They don't snap on to the bolts, like HD would like.But they fit tight on the bolt heads.
I have not had any problem with mine moving around at all.
As for the wind, I feel it just breaks the air up (if that makes sense)
I don't feel any extra wind/air any place only less wind/air and my BSR commented that things are a lot quieter.
AKA/ can hold a conversation a lot easier.

I just bought a set yesterday and installed them at the dealer before leaving for my 50 mile ride home.  You're right, they do not fit just right, but as you did, I just slid them over the head of the tank mount bolt.  A little loose, but didn't move all the way home.

I'm uncertain yet whether they make a BIG difference or not, but I can say it is BETTER.  I've only ridden solo so I'll get the BSR on next weekend and see what she thinks.

    

[BigLew55]

For $30, I might spting for a set to see if I can adapt them to my FLHX.  I think I have some other stuff on my 'Jenni' list.

[charles05663]

It is ridiculous that they don't fit the mandatory fuel tank fix for the 09 SERG.

[BigLew]

I have the retro fit on the tank and bought the pieces. I don't see how the upper snap would work. There is a black cover on the new bolt and the upper snap will not fit. Any pics of the upper fitting?

Mike

[Dracula]

Put a set on last night.  They don't "snap" onto the bolts, but they rest there and with the clamp on the engine guard beging a tight enough fit, they can't go anywhere.

Rode last night but didn't get a chance to get out on the highway.  At 60 mph, they changed the wind alot around my legs.  If I spread my knees outward slightly, it got a lot cooler (alot more wind passing).  The wind up around my chest and head didn't seem to be that much different. 

[BigLew]

You would think that they would need to be at the correct angle to work correctly??

Mike

[Dracula]

When they snap onto the engine guard, you push them back and the top rests on the bolt head.  It's the same position as if the deflector snapped tight onto the bolt.  Once the wind start pushing on them, they are seated and can't move.