I originally posted my efforts in the "What did you do today?" thread, but I I've gotten a number of replies. So, I figured I'd just start a new thread on this rather than inadvertently hijack that one.
I've been looking to add wind deflectors to my ST, primarily in the winter months to help keep the hands warm. I'm not in favor of the OEM style for a few reasons: 1) they aren't available anymore, 2) they're huge, and 3) they are attached with bolts through the mirror cover that I do NOT want to drill into.
Therefore, I resolved to design my own and make them 3D-printable. These are smaller overall but still as tall as the OEMs, shorter ones won't provide enough deflection to miss the hands and also not blow into a jacket cuff. Plus, these clip onto the top edge of the mirror housing; no mounting screws/bolts are needed. So, they can be removed in the summer time to get more air when you want it.
Still refining the overall shape to fit better with the fairing lines, but wind deflection is quite good by kicking the slipstream a good 4-5 inches above the hand. And they don't move going at least 80mph...no deflection, bending, loosening, or vibrations. I am open to suggestions, but I think the overall height will have to stay about where it is to get the desired protection...maybe shave a few millimeters but we'll see. Needs more testing!
Once I finalize these, I'd be up to offering these for sale as well. The RH piece (when sitting on the bike) is a newer revision that closes the gap to the fairing better.
I've been looking to add wind deflectors to my ST, primarily in the winter months to help keep the hands warm. I'm not in favor of the OEM style for a few reasons: 1) they aren't available anymore, 2) they're huge, and 3) they are attached with bolts through the mirror cover that I do NOT want to drill into.
Therefore, I resolved to design my own and make them 3D-printable. These are smaller overall but still as tall as the OEMs, shorter ones won't provide enough deflection to miss the hands and also not blow into a jacket cuff. Plus, these clip onto the top edge of the mirror housing; no mounting screws/bolts are needed. So, they can be removed in the summer time to get more air when you want it.
Still refining the overall shape to fit better with the fairing lines, but wind deflection is quite good by kicking the slipstream a good 4-5 inches above the hand. And they don't move going at least 80mph...no deflection, bending, loosening, or vibrations. I am open to suggestions, but I think the overall height will have to stay about where it is to get the desired protection...maybe shave a few millimeters but we'll see. Needs more testing!
Once I finalize these, I'd be up to offering these for sale as well. The RH piece (when sitting on the bike) is a newer revision that closes the gap to the fairing better.
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Does the clip impede full adjustment of the mirror?
