Klock Werks vs Freedom Shield / Harley Davidson Windshield Comparison
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ส.ค. 2024
- Klock werks vs. Freedom shield - what windscreen is the best replacement for my Harley Davidson Electra Glide 2020? I actually bought 2 windscreens and checked them out. Both were very high quality and a good replacement for my stock windscreen. Check out my install and comparison of both.
Another klock werks windshield install , it is the klock werks flare windshield this time....
This klock werks street glide windshield fits the same on my 2020 Electra glide standard.
Yhe video includes freedom shields reviews with a freedom shields vs klock werks comparison since I installed both...
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I was waiting for the comparison, which never occurred.
Product A, pros and cons
Product B, pros and cons
I wish people who review Shields would start by giving their height.
2011 SG, stock seat, 5'9" tall. Tried, wind-splitter 6.5 Buffeting, Klockwerks 8.5 dark smoke and it blocked visual. Klockwerks 6.5" better than wind-splitter but still getting some buffeting. Finally tried Freedom windshield 8" clear, and that works perfectly. Being 61 yo, and doing long rides, It definitely helps to have the proper shield. I would also like to say that even though I didn't use the Klockwerks, their customer service was outstanding.
That gap would drive me nuts
After three HD windshields on my 2018 Ultra Ltd from shortest to tallest, I called John at Freedom Shields. I really like their product and its working great on my ride! Enjoyed this vid!👌👍👍
*I love Freedom Shields.* I am 6' and the 8" ( dark ) screen is the perfect height for me on the *2021 FLHxS* with a *_Saddlemen_* extended reach solo seat and 12" Mayhem bars, like yours. _My dealership told me to NOT remove the outer two screws for windscreen replacement because they can require 4 hands to get back in, as mine did!_
This great review just sold me. Customer service means so much! Thanks!
I read that much of the airflow that causes buffeting comes from below. In addition to a lower fairing, which I love, I added a triple tree wind deflector. It fits between the forks up near the triple tree. When I purchased my 2012 FLHTCU, the deflector was about $25. It does help some. I went through the same trial and error process to find that pocket of calm air behind the batwing. I'm 5' 10" and use the lower fairing, batwing deflectors, triple tree deflector, and 8" Long Ride Ultra shield to finally achieve that sweet spot. I have no more buffeting with a half helmet and minimal buffeting with a full-face helmet. I also tried the fork fang type of deflectors and they made a big difference in reducing the buffeting but I couldn't get past the way they looked on the bike and eventually removed them. Best of luck to you in getting it dialed in.
Haha thanks.. my next upcoming install is the fork wind deflectors....
@@HOLYSHIFT Of all the things I tried, the fork deflectors probably made the biggest difference in reducing airflow into the cockpit. As a matter of fact, I removed them during the Summer months because they blocked too much air from reaching me. They do help in reducing buffeting though.
Brother from another mother, this video really helped me out, helped me what not to look at and what to consider, 2023 Road Glide Standard & you know what that means,, a lot more money needs to be spent. 😎
So far loving my Klock Werks windshield on my 2020 Road Glide!
It’s good quality!
Freedom shield all the way. Had both
I just got my 15-in freedom Shields windshield, and the holy shift 10% discount still works.
Texas: Sandy, good review and I can confirm my findings with each brand. 1yr. review. Clock Werks (12") HD FLHTCU 2019 MED Tint, FAILED. The thickness of the windshield was not enough to prevent bowing. I could actually watch the windshield at highway speeds bow inward, to the point it loosened the mounting screws. I sent it back with no replacement. I heard about Freedom Shileds and being a Mech. Engineer with 3D design background found that the research on the 12" MED tint Touring did provide the fix for bowing with the material being thicker. Also, for my wife and I the wider design does benefit with equalized pressure across the whole surface and diverts airflow much better. I then replaced the stock HD seat with Saddlemen Sofa extended and the added hieght in design returned the improded over-the-windshield visibilty. Remember, head & eyes. Head up and eyes looking as far down the road as appropriate for your conditions did exercise new habits I'm now comforatable with. Also, looking through Oakley lenes carrys any tint choice (light, MED, dark) up over the vision provided by the Freedom Shield. I did have more of concern with tint than height. Good choice! Good company! Great review! Confirmed and supported with my review detailed above. Continued Success!
I put an 8inch Freedom Shield on my Street Glide and I love it. Took a 2700 mile trip and it worked perfectly.
How tall are you ?
@@rwi2112 5'10", I have a new 7 inch clear Freedom Shield, still in the box. Never used because I traded for a Road Glide.
@@stephendehartyou want to sell it?
@@Unjustified_Bot there's a long story regarding. Don't have the original. It broke when I almost passed out and fell against a fuel pump in New Mexico. I ordered a new one, then traded motorcycles. Got the new one, the day I traded. It's unused and still in the unopened box. If you are close enough to me, we could make a deal.
Have the 10 inch medium tint touring freedom wind shield on my Ultra Limited absolutely love it.. freedom shields are well worth the money and John the owner is a super nice guy !
How tall are you ?
I'm 5.6 1/2 and the Freedom Shield 8in works perfect
Love my KlockWerks windshield
What up, me and you are the same hight, I got the 6.5 Klockwork and the hight is perfect
Thanks Sandy! I'm getting one of their windshields for my Road King
great video. I have Freedom Shields on both my Road King and Road Glide, and I really like them.
Just ordered the Freedom Shield. Thanks for the review and coupon.
I too tried about 4 different windshields on my 2020 flhtp. Tried them all klock werks, Harley, etc. Ended up with a Harley-Davidson stock size from a street glide. I believe it’s 4.5, and got myself a full face helmet. Problem solved, lol. Great videos!
A lot of work and time. I have a 2021 SGS and didnt like the stock screen, was having the same problem as you. Went to Harley and they measured my seating position and gave me 2 options of their H-D Wind Splitter, 5.5" to try out, then went back and they installed the 7.5" and that was the winning ticket, they sold me a new one.
I tried the Amazon crap and didnt like them, the H-D Windsplitter is awesome
good to hear they are easy to work with! and you'll get exactly what you need! bike looks good!
I feel you. I have bought so many windshield. I have knocked works. And I'm not happy with. I got a 8 1/2. I'm 5 11 I think I'm going to try Freedom Shield
Third time will be a charm Sandy, hopefully! :) I use Memphis Shades on my StreetGlide CVO and really like it. I am also 5'10"(although, don't agree I am a shorty LOL) and the shorter one definitely works better! Good luck on the next one!
I say Shortly because I hang out with John - and he’s like 6”3”... 👍🏻 😆 LOL 👍🏻 so near him I’m shorty . I ordered a new shield 2” shorter this time....
@@HOLYSHIFT 😂 I think that’s the sweet spot! Will look for that install. Take care!
I love my Klock werkz
We are the same height, I may have a longer torso but my seat sits me higher. I got the Lucky Daves Get Lucky touring seat and it sits me up higher where i can firmly put my feet to the ground better than stock seat AND I can even see about 2 inches over my 9 inch windscreen. Thanks for sharing, actually looking into both options.
I purchased a Harley wind splitter and I really like it. I’m 5’1l
Can't wait to see the actual comparison video....
I have a Road King and a windshield is basically the gearing of the motorcycle. The Klock Werks windshield is very flat and rigid from factory and will need to bended as you’re installing the hardware. This creates stress on the windshield. Mine lasted for at least two years before it cracked on the lower left end on its own, along with stress marks on some edges of the corners. It did do a good job in reflecting the air however but it’s too wide on the sides and it will interfere with longer handlebars. Don’t waste your money and time. Go with Freedom Shields instead. They make the best one.
Freedomshield period.
Been riding with Freedom Shield for over a year now. I'm 5'8". I went with thd 8" for my Limited. It's perfect. Call John and ask for his opinion on size.
I actually did talk to him before ordering. New one is coming soon - I we 7” - that’s 2 less than what I just installed. It should be good. 👍🏻
Yep.. I’m 5’8 and 15/16”” lol... shrunk a bit over 71yrs old..and ride 18 ultra limited!! Have the 7”
Freedom shield on my bike and it’s perfect..about 1/2inch below eye level so looking right over the top!! My seat probably sits lower than yours tho!!
Love my clock works I will never install any other windshield on my bike 2020 street glide with the 6 1/2 I’m 510 it works great Yours looks good though
To save yourself a headache you can actually measure what height you need. Put a level at the center of the space between your nose and top lip. Make sure the bubble is perfectly centered and then measure the height from either the top of the fairing to the level of center of the front screw to the level. Depending on what brand of windshield you are buying.
Several videos on line that show how to measure for correct height before purchase.
Hey Sandy, before you return the Freedom shield ask john the owner, I had the same problem when I did a test ride with mine. He told me to peel down a few inches of the protective film and when I did I realized after a second test ride that it was the right height. The film distracted my view. Try it and let me know how you feel. I actually would have went an inch higher with mine but I’m still ok with mine as it isn’t too high
*BINGO!* Had the same problem until I tore that wrapping off!
I have the 8.0 Freedom Shield Touring model. John Lauk is the best ! His shop is about 1 hour ride from my home near Denver....Freedom Shields product and service are superior to all the others I’ve tried....
That wasn’t much of a comparison other than you ordered both too tall. I’m 6’ and bought an ASR saddle which pushed me back and down slightly so I can flatfoot my SGST at a stop. The 6-1/2” Klockworkz fits perfect. Looks better than the Freedom Shield too
LOL...I just returned the 8.5" I wanted for my Street Glide...same thing, it was way too tall and distorted my vision. I'm 5' 7". Hope it worked for you.
Can’t wait to see your new one
Good video thanks for sharing
Just trying to make sure I heard right in the video. Freedom sent you a label but charged you shipping to send it back?
Sandy, did you ever find the right size windscreen for your bike?
Just like to ask you a question? I did a stage 1 kit from the dealership a week later I got oil coming out of my carburetor on my 2020 Electra glide standard. And like to ask you I'm looking at lid covers what's your choice.
I didn’t say if it helped the buffeting??? Was that part better?????
Looked good. Looked fine to me for height?
Blocking my sight 30 yards in front of me
Guys, is it shameful if i remove my windshield entirely. Because i replaced the stock one and bought 10.5” for my Ultra limited low and still feeling wind buffering on the top of helmet. BTW: im not that tall person 😢
Also, in my country it is too hot weather in summer so windshield removal will allow better ventilation
I am 6' 1/2" (184 cm.) and it is really difficult. I have the 2021 Street Glide Special and the stock windshield (5") is very nice but the turbulence is too much. I tried the Harley 7" like the CVO but higher and ut is even worst. Now I have ordered the 10" Harley windshield and I really hope it works. Higher than that...no...I do not like too high.
You’re tall…😀. Hope it works out. It took me a while….
@@HOLYSHIFT I have now the 10.5 KW dark smoke and it is very good. I look over it and I can listen to music at the half of the volume.
Nice shape and well performing.
Thanks for sharing
Cannot help thinking that if you want to avoid the wind and listen to music...drive a car!! Anyway I enjoy your videos. Thanks
It's not really the wind that's the problem. It's the helmet buffeting that's caused by the wind. It rattles your brain and can even blur your vision to some degree. I've always loved being in the wind. But that head rattle will drive you crazy.
@@SkylerShaneLee I guess the wind buffeting is caused by your wind shield being the wrong height for you. I don't find wind so much an issue maybe because I have no wind shield. Thanks for replying.
@@markhenry192 Yes, that's exactly it. Once I put on the 8" windshield, which was perfect for my 5'10" height, the buffeting went away. I once had a Road King without a windshield and there was no buffeting. Just the normal straight-on wind pressure... which is fine. It's definitely the windshield/fairing that causes the turbulence that causes the buffeting.
Buffeting is an odd thing, none of my bikes have had windshields or fairings and I've never experienced it until my SG. Over 50 mph I couldn't even see straight from the buffeting.
I just ordered a freedom for my 23 glide hey sandy were can get that helmet from?
Crazy Al’s helmet
Fellas your height has very little to do with the height of the wind screen. Some people have long legs and a short torso, some have a long torso and short legs and then there’s everything in between. Pretty much every windshield manufacturer has a video on how to properly measure for the right size for you. It’ll save a lot of problems and give you apples to apples comparisons
How tall are you
Dirty Jersey! FTW!
Dirty? I disagree !
@@HOLYSHIFT lol it’s a joke man. We gotta make fun the state we both live in.
@@paulmolinari5784 ok sorry brother! I get upset when people make fun of our lovely state …😂🤪
I’m 5.6 I put a 6.5 on my street glide 👍
Just returned the windscreen and ordered the 7” one
So how long of a quest was this? Going through 2 or 3 different shields, waiting for deliveries, etc? You're doing the right thing by not compromising, but sheesh.
I just ordered a freedom for my King, waited till I placed the order to tell me it would be 4 fuckin weeks.
Amazicha $30... Klockworks $200... Bolts will hold it in place... Freedom Shield looks just like the Amazicha... Same shape.
Go to a dealer and and test ride the windshield
That big gap is nasty looking. When it rattles it's going to leave groves
What’s with all the duck walking motorcycle bloggers
Are those 12" Bars?
Yes sir 12”
😴💤 are we there yet 😳..😴💤
On a Road Glide Freedom Shields is number 1. Klockwerks SUCK! They beat you up way too much on the sides.
Top of windshield should be by your lips, it's to tall .... at least that's what i go by anyways, call john over have him measure for you lol
That freedom shield is ugly looking, make that bat wind looks really bad , I think klock Werks makes the bike looks better
Thags why i ride a road king, dont have to worry about that stupid crap.....buffeting....jeez
👍🏻 😆 LOL 👍🏻
@@HOLYSHIFT .....thanks for responding man, I didnt mean my comment in a negative way, you have a cool bike man, ive been that route woth the windshields on my king and can find the correct height that eliminates that annoying buffeting crap. Although a guy told me the harley wind deflectors that mount on the sides of the forks does eliminate the buffeting, but after a ton of money for windshields, im over it...lol
@@michaelmitchell5909 -all is cool man. Funny you mentioned- my upcoming install is those fork deflectors... hope that will work.