Ok got the 9" spoiler and installed it. I didn't mess around too much it was 40 degrees out with 20 mph winds so after a few adjustments the buffeting is manageable. I don't feel that any of it is from the wind hitting the helmet off the shield anymore. At 60 it's bearly noticeable and the airflow is an inch or two over my helmet. When I get up to 70 it just hits the top of my helmet and stays there up to 80 (only have 100 miles on my build so I stopped at 80). I do have a lot of air coming from under the bat wing/tank hitting my legs and flowing right up the front of my now at speeds over 60. I can reach out and feel it and and think the wind deflectors will clear this up, at least there cheaper then another shield. Overall I pretty happy with the batwing and the 9" spoiler, I picked the black shield but in hind sight the solar would be a lot easier to see through if I had to hide from the rain.

 

Here's a pic with the 9" spoiler.

 

I installed the wind deflectors and it help. I would recommend getting a set. I run the 5" shield. I like the sportier look. Ive been debating on whether or not to get the 6.5" spoiler shield. I think it would push more of the airflow over my head. I only get a small amount of buffering now.



Batwing looks great! Did you paint the inner as well?

 

Just took some Flat Black to the inner. I prefer the sportier look myself! Going with the Batwing was for trips and cold weather riding. I'll run the bike to work as long as it's over 40 degrees when I leave the house. I'll be ordering the the wind deflectors next week, thanks for the input. The more I play with this stuff the more I think a Street Glide is in my future.

 

sacu, good info. I've been waiting to see what you thought of the 9" spoiler. I run the 6.5" and it's great to ~55mph. The buffeting starts in about then. At 80 it's pounding the top of my head pretty good. I'll have to give the 9" a try. If it ever quits snowing...

The wind deflectors do help a lot.

I usually tuck a spare hoody over the top of my headlights to keep wind from coming thru there. I think it as a noise suppressor also. Keeps noises from bouncing off the inner fairing some.

 

I've been eyeing these and other batwing fairings for the last couple of years. The thing I'm most disappointed with is that not too many people seem to to be able to totally get rid of the buffeting. I'd love to have one to use on certain trips but with all the buffeting issues, I'm very skeptical/hesitant to take the plunge...

 

@ Sacu,
thanks for the info, the fairing looks good on your bike.
Mac

 

I bet the 9" Spoiler windscreen would make a big improvement, if not eliminate, the buffeting, but it takes too much awaay from the original style of the fairing (IMHO). The shorter screens looks kickass!
That still doesn't address the issue of air under either....
Thanks for all the very helpful input, but I'll hold off for now as well

 

When you read the reviews at various online parts stores. More often then not people complain that even the 9" screen you still get buffeting. Most are over 6" tall. Adjusting the tilt of the fairing has produced better results to get rid of buffeting.

This year I plan to do more experimentation with adjustment.

Did'nt do much last year with adjustment. Just having too much fun riding ! The buffeting really did'nt bother me that much. But every time I took off the fairing it was right back on the bike again. I much prefer the fairing. That's just my personal preference.

I've read if you put the 12" on it eliminates the buffeting. Um...I don't think I'd like the looks at all.

 

hey all,
I noticed that several of you said you were going to the 9" and were waiting on it. If you put the 9"spoiler vs. the 6.5" spoiler (both with deflectors on bottom), how much of a a difference did it make?

I'm 5'10". I have the sundowner on, but considering sending it to MCC to lower an inch and make more narrow etc (or may just switch seats). Also, I dropped my back end down an inch already with my suspension.

I currently have the HD detachable windshield and HATE it. I've mounted it in every conceivable position and the buffeting gives me a crazy headache and if I'm wearing a half helmet feels like it's trying to rip the helmet off my head.

Anyway, I'm about to order the batwing and just don't know if I need to get the 9" or the 6.5" spoiler....I like the look of the 6.5 better I think....but I would go to the 9 if it makes a big difference because I want to start going on longer rides this year.

thanks for any feedback!!