A few weeks back I posted a thread on the Windvest. I initially decided to pull the trigger on one, but later had second thoughts. The handlebar attachment just bothered me ...was something I couldnt sell myself on. So .... my second choice was one of the Memphis Shades Sportshield Series. I dug aroundto find all the pics and info I could ... (special thanks to "Piginablanket" for giving me some great insight into how theSportshieldsmount and adjust) ... and ordered a Del Rio last week.I mounted the shield this weekend and test rode as well.

In comparison to the H-D Quick Detach, Ifound the Del Rio to be superior in every aspect but one .... the Del Rio leavessome hardware on the bike when removed.The Del Rio has a smallerprofile, fits the bike really well, was easy to install, has rake adjust,allows the headlight to extend out with a visor trim ring, and buffets around 50%-60% LESS.Colors are an option as well and I went with Gradient Black. For $150-$200 less than a H-D or Windvest, I think the MemphisShades Sportshields are a steal.

Attached are a few pics ....


Later ....


PsTaN

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Looks pretty damn good PStan.
Istarted to get the black gradient but ended up with the solar tint.
IfI get another smaller windshield now I won't need the hardware just the shield and they are very cheap which is cool.

 

Very nice..................I have the El Paso

 

PsTaN
I agree on the HD Quick Release Shield.
The hardware was to big and bulky for my liking
and the shield sat way to far out to provide much
protection for it’s size.
http://img1.putfile.com/thumb/4/11413460434.jpg
I now have the Rio Grande Sportshield.
Measures 21" W x 19" H above headlight
http://www.putfile.com/album/132473
It cuts down on the wind just enough to make things
more comfortable and still have a little wind on me.
Looks better IMO also.

 

I have the same shield, one reason i liked it better was price......
works great and looks good on the dyna models.....
you made a GOOD choice..
will post pic soon i hope...

 

That shield looks real sharp......Im thinking about going with the same thing on my bike only I am unsure ifI should go with gradiant black or solar....

 

I think you made a good choice.

I went with the solar tint on the Rio Grande and it doesn't stand out as much as the HD shields with the cross bar.

I initially had trouble with buffeting, but playing with the adjustments minimized it.

 

Does HD sell a replacement shield for part number 58348-06 and what is the part number.anyone know

 

I was surprised to see this thread pop back up. Thanks for the nice words about my bike. I still stand by what I initially wrote .... this shield is far, far better than the QD Harley I had. I'd hate to know I had to go back to the original one.

Thanks again ...

PsTaN

 

Im in the market for some kind of shield. After several years of riding shieldless, I am sick of getting blown around. It starts getting uncomfortable after awhile. I only intend on using it on my longer rides on the highways...65 +. Around town, I will still go shieldless....