Road Glide Lowers Installed
#22
06-16-2011 | 07:30 AM
Tourer
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From: Ms
I know this is an old post but I am just now getting lowers for my '05 Roadie. My hope is that they will reduce or eliminate the turbulance in the cockpit. I know a lot of folks have tried changing windshields to deal with this but when I ride, I can feel the wind coming up from below the fairing into my body and swirling. I am convinced a new windshield will make little difference. So, trying the lowers.
Anyone notice a difference when they installed the lowers?
Peace,
James
Anyone notice a difference when they installed the lowers?
Peace,
James
#23
06-16-2011 | 07:33 AM
Road Master
Joined: May 2009
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From: Stamford, CT
For those with '09 and earlier models go for the fairing bracket swap to fit the vented lowers. It is not a bad project. There are no hard steps. In fact there are a few steps you can bypass altogether like disconnecting the ignition switch harness. Although the service manual said you have to to remove the upper fairing bracket, I did not.
Watch out you don't cover the zerk fitting with the new bracket. Someone with an earlier model had this issue. You might have to drill an access hole in the bracket.
Watch out you don't cover the zerk fitting with the new bracket. Someone with an earlier model had this issue. You might have to drill an access hole in the bracket.
#24
06-16-2011 | 07:41 AM
Road Master
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From: Stamford, CT
here are the part #'s I used for vivid Black vented lowers:
58530-10 fairing mount
58454-10 chrome lower mount L
58460-10 chrome lower mount R
58854-09 vented lower fairings includes glove boxes/lids.
While you are at it why not change out to the redesigned radio caddy ( eliminates the cutting into the fairing)
Radio Caddy
Part # 77078-98a
There is some good info on this site regarding this swap. It sure helped me.
58530-10 fairing mount
58454-10 chrome lower mount L
58460-10 chrome lower mount R
58854-09 vented lower fairings includes glove boxes/lids.
While you are at it why not change out to the redesigned radio caddy ( eliminates the cutting into the fairing)
Radio Caddy
Part # 77078-98a
There is some good info on this site regarding this swap. It sure helped me.
#25
06-16-2011 | 08:42 AM
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Joined: Jan 2007
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From: anacoco, la
I know this is an old post but I am just now getting lowers for my '05 Roadie. My hope is that they will reduce or eliminate the turbulance in the cockpit. I know a lot of folks have tried changing windshields to deal with this but when I ride, I can feel the wind coming up from below the fairing into my body and swirling. I am convinced a new windshield will make little difference. So, trying the lowers.
Anyone notice a difference when they installed the lowers?
Peace,
James
Anyone notice a difference when they installed the lowers?
Peace,
James
Last edited by skratch; 06-16-2011 at 08:48 AM.
#26
06-16-2011 | 09:32 AM
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here are the part #'s I used for vivid Black vented lowers:
58530-10 fairing mount
58454-10 chrome lower mount L
58460-10 chrome lower mount R
58854-09 vented lower fairings includes glove boxes/lids.
While you are at it why not change out to the redesigned radio caddy ( eliminates the cutting into the fairing)
Radio Caddy
Part # 77078-98a
There is some good info on this site regarding this swap. It sure helped me.
58530-10 fairing mount
58454-10 chrome lower mount L
58460-10 chrome lower mount R
58854-09 vented lower fairings includes glove boxes/lids.
While you are at it why not change out to the redesigned radio caddy ( eliminates the cutting into the fairing)
Radio Caddy
Part # 77078-98a
There is some good info on this site regarding this swap. It sure helped me.
Oh by the way, on my 07 I did have to notch the new mounting bracket to allow access to the zerk fitting.
#30
06-16-2011 | 03:28 PM
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From: anacoco, la
i've got a huge list of them for you. by the time you get done putting them together, you'll have a 2010
according to the hd website:
Control the air-flow to your lower legs for maximum riding comfort. These Color-Matched Fairing Lowers feature a venting system that allows you to adjust the amount of air that circulates across the engine. On hot days, open the vent to direct additional cooling air and on cold or rainy days, close the vents for maximum protection from the elements. The ratcheting friction lock pivot allows you to easily set the position. The complete kit includes left and right Fairing Lowers, convenient glove box and lid, and all necessary mounting hardware. Glove Box Doors are sold separately. Fits '83-later Touring and Trike models (except '98-'09 FLTR). Stock on FLHTCU, FLHTK and FLHTCUTG, '10-11 FLHXSE and FLHXXX models require the installation of Engine Guard P/N 49066-09 or 49050-09, screw P/N 4924 (2), washer P/N 2708A (1). Will not fit the Mustache Engine Guards. NOTE: Fairing Lower Kits are painted in a single color and do not feature pinstriping.
Last edited by skratch; 06-16-2011 at 03:32 PM.