DougL wrote:
VEZPA wrote:
I would rather Freeze a bit than put one of those HUGE windshields on my bike. They are also dangerous in high winds as they can act like a sail and pull your bike around. They even come with a warning to stay under 60mph or something with it on.
The sail thing is a complete myth.
If you want noise and turbulence get a flyscreen. It aims wind and turbulence straight at your chin and neck area and you'll definitely need earplugs. The large screen makes everything really quiet. I hate the looks but love what it does.
100% agree.
Long rides with the tall screen are a less tiring... less noise, less wind to fight with.
Last weekend I was riding by the sea in 40mph gusty winds. I tried it both with and without the screen. There was no difference at all, it actually felt better WITH the screen as it was protecting my body from the wind.
Me personaly, I don't mind the look of the tall screen. I don't like the fact that I look at the world through another piece of plastic and I prefer riding without it, but when going for a long ride, I always take it with me. In cold and rain, it is invaluable.