Batwing Fairing Air Deflectors
#11
that's one of the first things i added to my streetglide. i remember having to tap the holes in the brass inserts for the screws though. i used the harley ones, dark smoke on my black bike look just fine, and they do give you the option of controlling the air flow to or away from you. for me, they're great for cold weather and for hot, as you have the choice of airstream control.
#12
Being 6'4, I could care less about how these things "looked" (by the way, they look just fine). They made a huge difference (arguably the most noticeable difference compared to lowers, and the air baffle at reducing wind buffeting). Basically, it pushes the oncoming air further down (more toward your legs) so that it won't hammer you further up your torso and eventually, up to your glasses and helmet (if you wear one). I have a black bike, and went with the black deflectors which give the batwing an even more formidable look when its coming at you head-on. For $99, its a great investment toward a more comfortable ride. Very easy to install.
Assuming you're buying these for a more comfortable ride, I'd say go for it.
If you're buying these for "looks", then let your own tastes decide.
Assuming you're buying these for a more comfortable ride, I'd say go for it.
If you're buying these for "looks", then let your own tastes decide.
#13
#14
Being 6'4, I could care less about how these things "looked" (by the way, they look just fine). They made a huge difference (arguably the most noticeable difference compared to lowers, and the air baffle at reducing wind buffeting). Basically, it pushes the oncoming air further down (more toward your legs) so that it won't hammer you further up your torso and eventually, up to your glasses and helmet (if you wear one). I have a black bike, and went with the black deflectors which give the batwing an even more formidable look when its coming at you head-on. For $99, its a great investment toward a more comfortable ride. Very easy to install.
Assuming you're buying these for a more comfortable ride, I'd say go for it.
If you're buying these for "looks", then let your own tastes decide.
Assuming you're buying these for a more comfortable ride, I'd say go for it.
If you're buying these for "looks", then let your own tastes decide.
#15
#17
Being 6'4, I could care less about how these things "looked" (by the way, they look just fine). They made a huge difference (arguably the most noticeable difference compared to lowers, and the air baffle at reducing wind buffeting). Basically, it pushes the oncoming air further down (more toward your legs) so that it won't hammer you further up your torso and eventually, up to your glasses and helmet (if you wear one). I have a black bike, and went with the black deflectors which give the batwing an even more formidable look when its coming at you head-on. For $99, its a great investment toward a more comfortable ride. Very easy to install.
Assuming you're buying these for a more comfortable ride, I'd say go for it.
If you're buying these for "looks", then let your own tastes decide.
Assuming you're buying these for a more comfortable ride, I'd say go for it.
If you're buying these for "looks", then let your own tastes decide.
My question is more of which ones to go with. If the freedom wings are as effective as the HD version, I'll go that route and save $40 bones. I like the outside shape of the Kuryakan version and wonder if they are more effective than both the HD and FW?
Thanks again to all for the input.
#18
#20
I took my first ride with the HD wings (same as the Kuryakyn Dragon Wings) and overall am very happy with the amount of wind they block coming under the fairing. They have 5 positions and are pretty easy to open/close when riding. I found that they reduce the amount of wind on my legs as well as my midsection. Overall, worth it, especially for the cold.
The only negative that I found is that the vibrations at certain RPMs are making them rattle a little when in the closed position. This is making me think I may have to check my fairing brackets… .
The only negative that I found is that the vibrations at certain RPMs are making them rattle a little when in the closed position. This is making me think I may have to check my fairing brackets… .