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2008 Wednesday, January 2 Dear VTwin Mama, Dear
Rebelone58, Hi Mama, I had heard about a product made of leather that is attached somehow to the seat and makes a skirt type "thingie" that will protect your legs from getting too hot. However, I've searched the web and can't seem to find anything like that. Half the problem is I don't know what to call it when searching. If anyone knows what I'm talking about and can lead me in the right direction, I'd sure appreciate it. Thanks, Denise Dear Denise, Of course not, because as you said, without a proper name, it's a pill to find things. The most common names for the item you are looking for are a motorcycle heat deflector or a motorcycle heat shield. Typing in these words will quickly bring up products of interest, from the permanent fixtures to the removable. I'll simply add that you should read the fine print ... if you block that hot air flow from your thigh, you may also block the natural flow the bike needs to bleed off heat ... the biggest concern being in the Summer months in true stop and stop traffic (if it's decent enough stop and go you should be fine, but traffic jams of the worst kind mean you need to pull off the road so you don't damage the bike! Cool Thighs is the product most often mentioned, but again, a search on the words will lead you to many more products! Mama Wednesday, January 16 For Denise who was looking for a thingamajig, aka, a heat deflector/shield: Just wanted to let Denise know that Harley-Davidson does carry black/smoke heat shields that fit a Deluxe for approximately $79. Kuryakyn also offers clear and smoke versions that are approximately $59 - $69. Anon (note from Mama: thanks for some more specific directions to look in!) Thursday, January 17 More for Denise who was looking for a thingamajig, aka, a heat deflector/shield: Good point about blocking air flow with an air cooled engine. That includes all Buells too, except the new 1125R. I have gotten burns on a hot day with my Lightning. Sarah (note from Mama: the message bears repeating as we definitely don't want our road conveyance devices, aka motorcycles, getting hurt. They have feelings too!) Dear VTwin Mama, Dear Devyn, Wednesday, January 30 Even more for Denise who was looking for a thingamajig, aka, a heat deflector/shield: I am an owner of the "Cool Thighs" that VTwin Mama mentions. They have their good and bad points as do other "thingie's" that keep the heat off of our thighs. The Cool Thighs product does work, as advertised. They fold up nicely and get put in the saddle bag when not needed. The only problem with them, is they have to be straddling the tank of your bike to work, they don't work in the saddlebag. Go figure! They do a good job of keeping the heat away, better then the shields that Kuryakyn sells. I've had those, too. The reason I changed was I snapped one and broke it when the shield got caught one too many times in the top of my chaps when I dismounted the bike. HD is now providing the shields too, but are similar in appearance to the Kuryakyn ones. Good luck in your search, Denise. M.S. (note from Mama: thanks for sharing the pluses and minuses of products you tried!) Monday, March 17 Dear VTwin Mama, Dear Water Logged, Hey Mama, Dear Patio, I see that Honda isn't calling out a windshield accessory for your bike. I would start by looking at Jack's Honda Rebel Online site ... he's a real lover of these bikes and has articles, links and a warehouse of proven accessories. He can also be called if you're really in a pickle about your Rebel ... a wealth of knowledge at his fingertips! Then I would head to Accessories International and click on Honda and enter your model and that you're looking for a windshield. It looks like they are listing universal windshields which would work. Mama Monday, April 14 For Patio who is looking to add a windshield to her Honda Rebel: I have a 750 ACE with a windshield but I still had a lot of buffeting on my helmet so that I was like a bobblehead doll. The wind is deflected with the windshield but it still hits my knees and comes up between the windshield and tank. I've not added lowers to the shield; however, I recently bought a Shoei RF1000 helmet and because of the aerodynamic styling of the helmet, I get no more buffeting. It is so incredible to ride and be able to "see" without distortion and a sore neck. The helmet is so much lighter in weight than my old style helmet that it is worth every penny!! So if you add a windshield you may want to consider adding lowers or buying an aerodynamically styled helmet...there are several manufacturers who offer these styles. Donna, aka Shadow Runner (note from Mama: thanks for sharing that a well-designed helmet can make a big difference!) Monday, April 14 Dear VTwin Mama, Dear Gail, Tuesday, April 15 Dear VTwin Mama, Dear Debbie, Thursday, April 24 Dear VTwin Mama, Glad I found your site. Have taken up riding again after being away from it for 37 years. Husband surprised me five years ago with a Honda 450 Automatic. After a few months riding I graduated to a 650, then a 900. Loved the 900. It has 10 gears (5 high, 5 low) However, it's pretty top heavy around town and quite high seated. Thanks so much for you help. Sincerely, Trudie Dear Trudie,
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