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10-15-2012, 10:37 AM
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What's a better windshield than stock?
I've been looking at the reckless hard fairings, but don't need a radio or want the added weight or heavier touring look.
I'm interested in making the nomad more aerodynamic for fuel efficiency, add more hand protection from elements, and make the bike handle lighter at speed. Is there a more sculpted windshield out there similar to this one someone can recommend? ImageUploadedByTapatalk1350311754.293248.jpg I also like the idea of it being tinted. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1350311834.442620.jpg Any ideas? Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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10-15-2012, 10:40 AM
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I've been looking as well Chrome...
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10-15-2012, 11:15 AM
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A Reckless fairing by itself is a lot lighter than the stock windshield and brackets. Even after adding a stereo and speakers, mine was still lighter than my windshield assembly. A fairing is more aerodynamic and offers better hand protection from the elements.
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10-15-2012, 11:36 AM
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Memphis shades makes a fairing that is only the outer shell, so it would defiantly be lighter, and they have different windshields and deflectors that fit it, here's a link to their site
http://www.memphisshades.com/metric-...atwing-fairing
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10-15-2012, 02:48 PM
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I have more miles logged with a fairing than a windshield. These days, I am a fair weather rider who prefers a windshield for protection and visibility.
Fairings are more expensive and in my experience are prone to rattle/vibrate. I also don't care for the cockpit look or the sound of a stereo competing with the wind and traffic noises. It sounds like you may actually find more of what your looking for in a fairing. They do offer better wind protection and probably fuel mileage. You might check this link to see if they have what your looking for. http://www.ceebaileys.com/kawasaki/ Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-16-2012, 02:01 AM
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10-17-2012, 11:22 AM
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As Cliff (VulcanE) said, the Memphis shades is a good option. I put one on mine and really like it. It looks and performs like a fairing, but it's just a windshield. Price to my door was $375 so lots cheaper than a full fairing. The price fluctuates some so I just watched ebay until I saw the "buy it now" price I was willing to pay. The protection is a lot better than the stock piece and covers the hands like you're looking for. Lots of windshield choices too. They even make a stereo that fits nicely if you should ever want to put one on it. I have plans to paint mine to match the bike someday, but in no particular hurry right now. The gloss black you see here is the stock out of the box color. Oh yeah, also quick detach and it comes off in a second. Nice for cleaning the front of the bike.
Heck, I liked it so much I bought two. One for the girlfriend's bike and one for mine.
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10-17-2012, 02:09 PM
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Nice yeah Ill prob be going with the Memphis shades batwing.
Check out this shield Klock Werks makes for it... ImageUploadedByTapatalk1350497121.524709.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1350497131.669081.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1350497141.557255.jpg Anyone have a better photo and or review? I'm 6'1" and curious to know how tall I need to go on a flared shield like this. |
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10-17-2012, 03:43 PM
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I don't think you'll be disappointed. The mounting takes about 15 minutes and half of that is taking off the stock clear one.
Frame of reference, I'm 5'10" and the 5" straight (no recurve) works fine for me. I've experimented with ducking down a bit to simulate a taller shield and to see if it's any better. There's no difference that I can tell. The recurve might even be better though. If my current one ever breaks, I'll try the recurve next time. I'm from the look over it and not through it club. I don't like the waves and glare a curved piece of plastic puts off and don't like being forced to look through it. Memphis has jumped on the recurve type windscreen band wagon too. Memphis recurve windscreens 
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10-17-2012, 05:50 PM
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You might also check out FastAire windshileds at www.fastaire.com I had one on my '05 1600 and have now installed on my Ultra Classic. I'm 5'8" and have the 8" re-curve shield. I can see over the shield and get very little buffeting. Good luck!!
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10-17-2012, 05:58 PM
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I forgot to add, this shield has a standard 3 hole mount pattern that fits the Reckless fairing. I would also NOT recommend getting a slotted chrome trim piece .... it make a great bug catcher!!
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10-19-2012, 08:35 AM
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I have the Memphis shades batwing with phat II risers With a 10" windshield. I'm 6'3" look over the top of it. less buffering than stock shield I reused the stock lowers and brackets. and added the lowers on the wing. real happy with it.
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10-19-2012, 09:11 AM
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Looks to be plenty of room for the risers and plumber says he's got em. Should be fine I would think.
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