Well done! On the mark just like your other posts. Really enjoy them. This one is a very informative and detailed breakdown of the pros and cons of having a windshield/faring and what kind to have. I also have a 2018 SP. I took the faring off prior to riding out of the dealership and never put it on because as you correctly state, as good looking and practical as it may be, it simply takes far too much from the looks of the bike. Next, you are also on the mark about the climate where one lives. With the almost all year round sunny weather that we have in southern California, not only the usefulness of the windshields and farings are almost meaningless (maybe useful for 50 days of the year), they actually take away all the fun of riding a bike by eliminating that "ocean breeze on the face" and "feeling of freedom." Like you I do like the feel of the breeze/wind. Yet I also agree that one does get tired and beat when touring after hours of riding against the wind. So assuming the climate is relatively mild, a windscreen such as the one you have installed is plenty good. It's a perfect balance between no protection at all versus blocking almost all the wind with those huge farings. I personally am looking for a windshield, not a fairing, that will shield my chest from the wind while allowing my face to enjoy the breeze. If I can't find a similar look and efficient windshield as yours, then I will take the stock faring I have and replace the 2" visor with a 5"-9" one. Any other suggestions are welcomed. Thanks.

Great video, one of the best I've seen. Thank you for such an in depth look into wind screens. I own a 2015 Honda Fury and have been struggling with the windshield choice for a couple of years now, huge decision.

I just ordered the 15" Gustaffson Grand Touring that fits in the original fairing. It took a lot to get myself to click the "Order" button. There are so many choices and unknowns, but I think I made the right decision for me. I'll have to make a video when I get it in and let you guys know how it worked out! :) Thanks for all your great content, Brother!

I have the aftermarket 8” screen on my original batwing fairing and at 5’11” (180 or so) it is very efficient for long motorway riding. It keeps most of the wind off your body which is the main thing to stop fatigue. There is no buffeting around the head. I prefer the look of the El Paso though. Thanks for your reviews, I’m chasing up the floorboards you mentioned.👍😷

You are right on. I went from 14” to 17” to 19” to finally get the compromise I needed. Shortest windshield looked the best but the tallest gave the best protection and eliminated most of the buffeting. Still get some in cross winds, 80% of time it’s just right. I also prefer to be able to look over, instead of thru the windshield . Thank you for yours post.

Very good review, a real eye opener if your thinking of adding a windshield, thanks

Well-done video. VERY good narration. I hate trying to listen to some one who can't get their thoughts across in a coherent manner. Good job. Love the angle of the WS relative to the forks. Intelligent thought about having to find a compromise you can live with. Have ridden for 50 years, just sold the first bike I have had that had a WS. What a revelation. Looking for a good one for my 750 Shadow. Thanks for a worthwhile watch. Only critique would be your lighting. It was a little dark with the sun at your back and being in the shadows.

Well done Michael enjoy. I put a 12 inch Gustafsson plastics on my and engine guard from harley next will be the floorboards like the ones you did .

I have a SG. I swapped out the tiny screen for the HD 5 inch. Does the trick for me. I really like the mini bat wing, if anything I would want a size inbetween the SG and the full size wing. Shame they don't make them. Nice vid. S. from the U.K.

Great review, the El Paso does actually suit the SG. When it comes to wind shields I love the look of the new Heritage shield with its half black look. I haven't got my SG yet but when I do (soon) I plan on buying the Memphis slim with night shades tint and black mount kit, think it will look awesome.

Great video most informative that I have seen. I am 6' tall I ride a indian scout, I had a 24" freedom windshield which blocked the wind but caused a side to side rocking motion at 65 mph. I removed it and enjoy the ride a lot more but the wind is too much. The El paso was suggested, contemplating the Memphis baat wing but unsure of the height and look. Any suggestions?

I Michael, fantastic review !!!I have a Sport Glide, and only one big Problem are the torbulence.Only question for You...the height of your windshield, 13" IS RIGHT?Hello from ItalyMauro

Vibes man 🤘

From what I've seen from dozens of videos, lowers are the key. Even with a full fairing it sounds like there still can be significant buffeting which can be 100% corrected with lower fork wind deflectors. I just ordered both a windshield and lowers for my Dyna. I got the quick release too, so I can cruise for hours on the highway and then just pull off my windshield for riding around town. It will be interesting to see what the wind flow is with the fork deflectors and no windshield. I like the wind up to 50 mph (80 kmh) but over that the strong wind kind of freaks me out and I don't feel very stable on the road, especially when it is gusting.

I wanted to keep the mini fairing, so I went with a Slipstreamer 10” lite tint, for the most part it is ok and doesn’t take away from the look of the bike. After seeing your El Paso, it looks great and has me re - thinking my choice, anyway I could live with both, one for short hops on a warm day and the El Paso on the long rides where the weather is unpredictable. Thanks for the video. Safe riding.

"Wind management is ...a pain in the ass". LMAO !!! Yes indeed good sir - tell it point blank how it really is! The mild mannered gentleman rider and Barista smacks you unsuspectedly square in the forehead with the naked truth of it, hahaha -- classic! You could also call it a dark art. The amount of research coupled with a ton of trial and error drives you about into an asylum. Excellent production, and funny and light, too! Keep up the great work and info flow, my friend. Greetings from southern California - Ride Forever!

Great honest review. Would be great to find a retail outlet here in Oz to suss out some shields

👍🏼 Nice fairing Which mounting kit is fit with Elpaso ?

I'm surprised that our mate Revelator Alf hasn't got one of these yet :)

Great review Michael, as usual! You answered all the questions I had about the El Paso. Sadly, I was hoping that it would keep the air off my chest. I may look at the Road Warrior fairing & hope that L.A. Fairing Co. comes out with a fairing that fits the Super Glide. LOL

Great review Michael 👍 I think you nailed everything one needs to know about setting up a windshield on your bike. There's quite a lot involved in getting it just right that's for sure.☕️ Cheers.😎

Fantastic review. Very good information. I really like the looks of the shield on your Sport Glide. What color option did you choose? I'm thinking for me the Memphis fats may be the way to go. I live in Colorado and ride in cold weather quite often. Down into the teens. I'm hoping to block as much wind as possible. I have already purchased and installed Memphis shades hand guards. Nice addition. I may give the Klockwerks offering a try before I go with a complete windshield. I do like the factory fairing on the bike. Tough decision either way. I do need to come up with a solution soon. Starting to get pretty chilly in the early mornings. Decision. Decisions. Keep up the great content. Really enjoy your videos. Take care.

Older review I know, but I just got what I think is a great deal on a Memphis Shields El Paso in yellow gradient for my yellow 1996 Honda Magna. I hear these are a little on the think side, and will bend at high speeds. What's your experience with that, if any?

Hello Michael, Got to your channel because i am looking forward to buy the Sport Glide, it looks great and especially with the modifications that you made. Other then bike itself, I have to ask, what kind of Camera are you using, and what lens. As photography enthusiast, I have to say in general your shots look great, but videos are a bit dark, especially when you are in the shadow Cheers!

Micheal, thanks for the reply. It turns out I have a faulty model!. The headlight aperture is only 7” and not 9” as it should be!!. Will be replaced after coronavirus!. I would not have written to you but it was driving me crazy, and I just wanted to check with someone that actually fitted it!!.

Is it the solar or black smoke one? Appreciate it!

I tried one and didn’t like the bars, seat, forward footrests, and the really stupid screen, but it’s very light and handles real nice. My ride is a 2016 FATBOY S and it’s heavy , 25kg heavier than this bike to be ex@ct,

Hello nice motorcycle, whith this winschield. Which is the cost. And where did you buy. Best regards

Does the windshield have a quick release system? I love it, but wouldn't want it permanently.

Micheal, did you have any problems fitting the windshield to the Sport Glide?. I am really struggling with mine!. It just does not fit over the headlight like yours does!. The fitting kit is correct for the bike, but just does not raise the windshield above the headlight and its impossible to fit when assembled. Its at the highest possible setting with the first clip just below the upper triple tree. Reverse engineering the fit by putting the brackets on the bike and the trying to mount the windscreen highlights the lack of clearance with the headlight. Just checking if you remember any fitting problems with yours before I go back to the supplier?. Thanks.

What color is the windshield? Solar?

Nice Vid ! Question what seat do you have on your bike ?

Forgot to ask you what is the part # and is it the solar, that is the one that does not have the gradient black ? Thanks

does the new fairing provide better wind protection that the old?

What kind of coffee are you drinking.? What's the cup you use?

Ciao Michael, I am 1.90 (6.2 ft.?) Do you think 17 inches would fit?

What did you do with your original faring

I Michael Sorry I read now it...New Bike Parts: Windshield - Memphis Shades El Paso Smoke Tint 17"

Is that a quick detach set up?

It's a pain alright. I wonder if I'd be throwing good money after bad! HONESTLY.... regardless of what hits your chest etc, do you now have a shield that does NOT give you buffeting/vibrations/or increased noise at speed ie 110km/hr? Please be honest.

Too dark

Your lighting on this video is trash bruh, seeing the detail and the actual windshield looked too dark.