I am always skeptical about ordering a product online I have never used before. I ordered the 9″ dark tint windshield from Freedom Shields and am pleased to say it has proved to be everything that was advertised. Customer service is outstanding, just ask any other manufacturer if you can try it and return it for a different size.
Review By: Dwayne – Toronto, Canada
600 miles trial run in the back roads of Quebec and I couldn’t be happier. Perfect balance of wind deflection and road visibility. Paired with solid construction and great customer support. Thank you.
Review By: Pascal – Ontario, Canada
Hi John, The windshield worked perfect. As you might know we are allowed to ride a little faster when we’re riding in Germany. I went up to 110mph for a period and was able to ride with one hand on the handlebar, amazing what you’re windshield does. I’m very happy with the shield and will recommend it to everyone. Many thanks. Best regards, Bert . . . . PS The pictures are taken in the French Alps!
Review By: Bert – The Netherlands
I received my 12″ Dark shield the other day. I finally got around to getting it installed and taking for that test ride you suggest. I’m pleased to say that I believe this will be the last windshield I’ll ever have to buy for this bike. You definitely have a customer for life. The quality and craftsmenship you put into these shields is remarkable and I couldn’t be happier. I’m proud to say that I bought a Freedom Shields brand windshield for my Harley to any and all who ask. Keep up the good work.
Review By: James – Pflugerville TX
I replaced a 15 inch Harley wind splitter with the 12 inch Freedom. The 15 inch Harley measured 10 inches from the bottom of the radio housing and sat 3 inches closer to the the driver so my visibility over the shield is the same. After a 10 minute test ride getting up to 80 MPH the plastic protection was removed and a 110 mile trip wearing sun glasses and a half helmet commenced. A 999% improvement, minimal buffeting up to 65 and what I consider to be clean air 70 to 75. Totally, entirely, throughly and completely satisfied with the quality and visibility. I am now going to Costco to purchase the jumbo box of toilet paper which will be sent to the windshield engineers at Harley so they can engineer there rear ends before coming up with any more crap. There’s no comparison with your product.
Review By: Frederick – Spokane, WA
I ordered a Freedom Shields Road Glide windshield. At the last minute my wife and I decided to ride from central Illinois to Florida for Thanksgiving. The shield arrived the day before we were to leave. I installed it according to John’s instructions. I really appreciated having the well nuts already installed. And, by the way, SUPERIOR well nuts to those that one might normally obtain. They are great! The fitment of the shield is perfect. I bought the 14 inch version. It measured exactly what John said it would from the “shelf” of my Road Glide’s radio. So, I was fairly confident the shield would work OK for me on my upcoming 2,500 mile ride. I was a little nervous because, literally, all I was able to do, after installation, was sit on the bike in the garage before we were to leave. The morning we left, November 17, 2012, it was 26 degrees. We rode from the Peoria area to Metropolis, IL that Satruday. Had a meeting with Superman!! LOL! I’ve been on Road Glides since 2000. Many of we “Gliders” will attest that we have a garage full of windshields! I’m not different. I’ve tried lots of ’em. I cannot tell you how happy I am with this windshield! I am 6′ 4″. It is the PERFECT height for me. By choice I want to look “over” the windshield. Again, perfect height. Also, at highway speeds, it keeps me in a wonderful pocket of very “queit” air. Man, that’s a treat. It is, without question, the best windshield I have ever owned. Vision, through the light tint, close up, during slow maneuvers, is easy! The thing is ‘dead clear” No imperfections anywhere! Thanks a lot, John. I love this thing! And, I appreciate the great fulfillment service, as well! I’ll be replacing the shield on my ’01 Roadie real soon. As soon as I can “size” my wife, who rides my “old” Road Glide now. Great job!! Best Regards, Bruce I’ve been on Road Glides since 2000. 2012 is almost over. Many of you “Gliders” will attest that they have a garage full of windshields.
Review By: Bruce – Metamora, IL
I got my 12 inch Dark Grey windshield for my 2011 CVO Road Glide today from John at Freedom Shields. He and his wife even drove down from the mountains to meet me so I could get some miles on it this weekend. What a superb product it is! I have owned Harley and Klock Works shields for my Electra Glide and the quality of this shield has them all beat. The tint is perfect, the shape totally makes the bike look killer and the edges are as smooth as glass. I already have 80 miles on it and am completely satisfied. I am 6′ 3″ and the 12 inch shield cuts the wind better than the stock windshield that came with the bike. I easily see over the top of it and don’t feel any buffeting to my helmet. Thanks John and Debbie!
Review By: Tom – Centennial, CO
Ok, I finally got the shield on and went for a 50 mile ride. I really like the look of the shield. Fit, thickness and finish are great. Rode with just a half helmet and sunglasses. Got some wind of course, but I would call it “clean air”. So far, I’ve tried the Harley 12” windsplitter, 12” Mako, 12” KlockWerks and yours. I’ve got 4 shields and I’m keeping yours on the bike. Would not hesitate to recommend it to any RG owner. Again, thanks for all your patience and help.
Review By: Richard – Victoria, TX
I rode 170 miles on Sat, the new 10″ Road Glide windshield works great. The wind is over my head and I still look about 4″ over the top of the shield. Thanks!!!
Review By: James – Elizabeth, CO
This review provided regarding my recent Freedom Shield purchase of a 15” Touring (medium tint) shield for my 2015 Road Glide Special: This simple upgrade has profoundly changed the way I feel about my bike and significantly improved ridability over long distance (average for me being around 500). To quote my initial reaction during the first test ride, “Hoeleesheeot”! Prior to this purchase, I had tested the 15” Klock Werks Pro Touring, 15” Harley Windsplitter, and 14” WindVest; none could hold a candle to the Freedom Shield. The bike; 2015 Road Glide Special, custom Corbin seat (1”lower and 1” further back), old shield was a 11.5” Klock Werks Sport Flare. The rider (me); 6ft tall, 32” inseam, 250lbs (fat adds inches in vertical butt-height). Wind management has always made long distance riding a full face helmet affair, even though I much prefer my half helmet and riding in SOCAL allows for it most of the year. Fairings with properly fitted windshields are great, but without, they simply focus and amplify wind in all the worst ways; this was the case with my old windshield. Every bug and bit of road debris was forcibly vectored to my nose and eyes. The wind noise not only prevented listening to my stereo at speeds above 40MPH, but was likely causing hearing damage. Bottom line, I had to wear a full face helmet during long rides and wipe the bugs off at every stop, not to mention the neck stretching. My new Freedom Shield changed all of that! I can now wear a half helmet with comfort, hear my stereo with clarity at 80MPH, and hear the environment around me without being blown-away by it. The wind I do feel is enjoyable and reminiscent of why I’m out on a bike to begin with. The quality of the shield is also very impressive; it is thick, well-constructed, nicely polished, and the medium tint not only looks great on my bike, but provides an excellent balance between road clarity and glare reduction. This purchase was made in preparation for a summer ride from San Diego to the Arctic Circle in Alaska and back in three weeks (many days over 500 miles in the saddle) and I believe this to be the best money spent in preparation of this epic ride. In fact, I cannot remember the last time I was this impressed by a product of any kind and so pleased with the investment. Lastly a word on customer service; superlative (good word right?). Every comment made in these reviews regarding customer service is spot-on. I did not want to go through the hassle of trying one shield after another to get the right fit, so I sent an email to Freedom Shields describing my needs and received a call from John in short order to help dial me in. We talked for a short bit, I described my needs and body/bike geometry involved, and he recommended the shield I am now reviewing; perfect fit in one try! They also have a great return policy; test it, don’t take the plastic off, and return it for refund or exchange if need be. I never write reviews like this, but the quality of the product and the company deserves a thorough review and personal thank you from me for making my riding experience so much better. THANKS!
Review By: Rod – San Diego, CA
