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The windscreen on my Classic is off most of the year. No buffeting at highway speeds and a nice cooling breeze.Real men don't need windshields, especially if the bike didn't come with one. Look at all the hardcore riders going for thousand of miles without a windshield. Tough as nails, not a bunch of wusses.
The r18 base model, like the one I have, I can ride all day at freeway speeds with no buffeting at all. It is probably the best bike without a windshield I have ever owned. Viva El Diablo run!!!!
I installed the same screen on my classic. I wouldn't say it eliminated the buffeting but it was a large improvementJust installed the 21-inch Clearview recurved shield on my R18 Classic. I’m 6-4 and look at the road over top of the shield. Will be interesting to see whether this eliminates the buffering I got with the stock windscreen.
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I, too, purchased the Clearview Shields windscreen. I like it, but it didn't seem to do much about the buffeting. AND, that's because the buffeting is coming from below. For me, the proper fix has been is to simply add a set of lower wind deflectors (Memphis Shades: Fork Deflectors for XV1900 Roadliner × 1). Less than $100. Trial and error.my 19.5" clearview sheild order just arrived and fixed it on the bike.
But im having a difficultly in my view as its on the middle of my view while driving. Any suggestions.
Im still having the buffering but much more less then the original windsheild
It didnt come in my mind it would be the air coming from below, ill order it and test it.I, too, purchased the Clearview Shields windscreen. I like it, but it didn't seem to do much about the buffeting. AND, that's because the buffeting is coming from below. For me, the proper fix has been is to simply add a set of lower wind deflectors (Memphis Shades: Fork Deflectors for XV1900 Roadliner × 1). Less than $100. Trial and error.
Well, Guess I will find out if the used one I got has the right sized fittings for the r18fe bars when I try to install it. Thinking it came off a boxer bmw…maybe.This is another option for a windshield Ordered from Revzilla
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Take your time with the installation. I'm not a huge fan of their clamps, but they do work, after a few minutes of cussing. Patience, so you don't scratch your forks. And throw a big towel over your front fender.It didnt come in my mind it would be the air coming from below, ill order it and test it.
There is actually an 18" tall shield (OEM shield from the Classic is 16") that goes with OEM mounting system here:I have a Classic and the wind noise and buffeting are no better and no worse than any other stock windshield on other bikes I've owned. IOW, it's not perfectly smooth and quiet but it works for it's intended purpose which is to take the edge off cold and wet weather. If I want to travel in quite buffet free comfort I'll take my truck. The wind, sounds, and weather are all part of the experience for me. To be fair my motorcycle is a toy. It's not my main mode of transportation. I may feel differently if it was. There were times in my life where a motorcycle was my only ride and in every instance they were naked bikes (CB750, CB550 and a Sportster). Again, to be fair, I was a heck of a lot younger then. I was willing to put up with stuff I wouldn't tolerate now. For example, I'll never own another car/truck without heated seats.
I'm definitely not a fan of add on laminar lips, lowers, etc. They ruin the aesthetic of the bike IMO. Besides, it's a motorcycle. It's supposed to be windy. Please keep in mind I'm talking about me and me only. I have no opinion about what others do or prefer.
Having said all that if somebody manufacturers a 2" taller replacement windshield I can attach to the OEM mounting system I'll probably buy one. There's a little buffeting on the Classic and I suspect a slightly taller shield will deflect it just over my head. FWIW, I'm 6" even. I also agree with the comments about the helmet. A quality helmet can make all the difference in the world in regards to buffeting and noise. Something as simple as a visor that is completely secure when down. One of my helmets is an HJC and the visor rattles when it's down. It's not gawdawful but it is annoying. To use my own words against me, "It's part of the experience".