Everything Low Rider ST Thread
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I made the same call, it was not east to give up my Road Glide Special but this bike is like a feather compared to that beast. Look forward to seeing your new ride!
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For those interested in Windscreens here are my thoughts after running the stock one, HD 10” and now Clearview Medium. For reference I’m 5’8” with 28/29” inseam.
1. The stock one is pretty much useless for me. I think it looks too low for the bike and the wind was hitting me in the chin.
2. Harley 10”. Fit and finish is perfect. The color is a little to light for me. The 10” also angles back a bit. The wind moved up a bit hitting me right center in the face.
3. Clearview Medium in Dark Smoke. The Medium size fits the bike lines well in my opinion. Then fit and finish is not as good as the stock HD ones. The screen itself seems too think causing gaps in the rear mounts. Mine is the Gen 2 version which is supposed to be a better fit. Riding at 80 mph the wind hits the top of my visor. The Clearview is about 2” lower than the HD 10” but more upright with a lip. I may order the Large as it might do the trick for long highway miles. For under 50mph it’s perfect.
here are some pics:
HD10” vs Clearview Angle
Clearview vs HD10” color comparison
Sideview of the Medium size
Front view
Gap on sides due to thicker material
Looking over. Short guy 5’8” 28/29” inseam
1. The stock one is pretty much useless for me. I think it looks too low for the bike and the wind was hitting me in the chin.
2. Harley 10”. Fit and finish is perfect. The color is a little to light for me. The 10” also angles back a bit. The wind moved up a bit hitting me right center in the face.
3. Clearview Medium in Dark Smoke. The Medium size fits the bike lines well in my opinion. Then fit and finish is not as good as the stock HD ones. The screen itself seems too think causing gaps in the rear mounts. Mine is the Gen 2 version which is supposed to be a better fit. Riding at 80 mph the wind hits the top of my visor. The Clearview is about 2” lower than the HD 10” but more upright with a lip. I may order the Large as it might do the trick for long highway miles. For under 50mph it’s perfect.
here are some pics:
HD10” vs Clearview Angle
Clearview vs HD10” color comparison
Sideview of the Medium size
Front view
Gap on sides due to thicker material
Looking over. Short guy 5’8” 28/29” inseam
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For those interested in Windscreens here are my thoughts after running the stock one, HD 10 and now Clearview Medium. For reference Im 58 with 28/29 inseam.
1. The stock one is pretty much useless for me. I think it looks too low for the bike and the wind was hitting me in the chin.
2. Harley 10. Fit and finish is perfect. The color is a little to light for me. The 10 also angles back a bit. The wind moved up a bit hitting me right center in the face.
3. Clearview Medium in Dark Smoke. The Medium size fits the bike lines well in my opinion. Then fit and finish is not as good as the stock HD ones. The screen itself seems too think causing gaps in the rear mounts. Mine is the Gen 2 version which is supposed to be a better fit. Riding at 80 mph the wind hits the top of my visor. The Clearview is about 2 lower than the HD 10 but more upright with a lip. I may order the Large as it might do the trick for long highway miles. For under 50mph its perfect.
1. The stock one is pretty much useless for me. I think it looks too low for the bike and the wind was hitting me in the chin.
2. Harley 10. Fit and finish is perfect. The color is a little to light for me. The 10 also angles back a bit. The wind moved up a bit hitting me right center in the face.
3. Clearview Medium in Dark Smoke. The Medium size fits the bike lines well in my opinion. Then fit and finish is not as good as the stock HD ones. The screen itself seems too think causing gaps in the rear mounts. Mine is the Gen 2 version which is supposed to be a better fit. Riding at 80 mph the wind hits the top of my visor. The Clearview is about 2 lower than the HD 10 but more upright with a lip. I may order the Large as it might do the trick for long highway miles. For under 50mph its perfect.
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This coming from a H-D lover. You might test ride a R1250RT. It's my favorite tourer of any. Curb weight 615, 6.6 fuel, 135HP, 105 ft lb, auto wind screen, wonderful wind protection, adaptive cruise, and they will scoot. It will not win any beauty contests, but it is an enjoyable mile eater.
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