I heard about “Freedom” Shields on the RoadGlide.org forum. They are one of the few companies that actually make a true Touring windshield for the 2016 FLTRU. From my first contact with the company on, I knew that Customer Service was high on their priority list. As I live in Canada… returning an item was going to be an issue if needed but I was confident enough to place the order. I ordered the 15″ Touring Air-Curve Light Tint shield. It arrived in the mail perfectly preserved and pristine. The installation was a breeze and the fit was excellent. I did (as others had done) test ride the shield before removing the protective layers. The stock 14″ shield on the bike was problematic. I am 5’11” with a 32″ inseam. I looked over the stock shield by a good 2-3″ and the wind struck just above the helmet visor. My wife on the other hand is 5’6″ and was getting blasted right in the face. She commented it was like being a “Bobble Head” due to the wind. The 15″ Freedom shield raised the air flow a good 3″ from stock. It reduced side buffeting and quietened the cockpit noise significantly. My wife no longer got wind blast and indicated that the wind just now grazed the top of her visor. All in all… very happy. I was worried about the maintenance of the shield but after emailing John, I was confident that what I was using would not damage the shield. I have cleaned the shield of bugs several times now and am confident it will last for many, many years. The Freedom Shield is by far Heads and Shoulders above the quality of the stock shield and I would recommend their shields to anyone looking for a superior product. My wife and I could not be happier. . . . . Well done 🙂
Review By: Steve – Ontario, Canada

I received the windshield yesterday, placed it on and took the bike for a spin. For me the height of the windshield is level with my chin, maybe a bit lower than is optimal but the wind is deflected up to just barely hit my head. Since getting this bike I had been unable to wear my half helmet and goggles because of the wind buffeting being so bad the goggles would move around making it impossible to see anything once I got over 45 mph, with this windshield I have no problems at all with that. I was able to hear the radio for the first time over 35 mph. When I took the windshield back off to remove the protective cover is when I first held both the Freedom Shields and the stock windshields at the same time. I am really surprised at how flimsy the stock is compared to the Freedom Shields windshield. Installation was easy, it fits perfectly. I do notice a very slight distortion at the curve, but it is only noticeable when driving and you have to be watching the same crack in the road as you approach it while it passes through the windshield line of sight. When I bought the bike I looked into the windshields that HD makes, and the 15 inch Windsplitter was available at the dealership for a demo ride. With that windshield the wind came straight over the top of the windshield and hit me square in the face, still had the problem where all I could hear was the roar of the wind. With the Freedom Shields 15 inch windshield the wind goes just over my head, and I can hear what is going on around me or the radio if I choose. It is great to be able to hear something besides the wind when riding. I almost got the 16 inch, and until this windshield arrived I was second guessing myself if I had made a mistake in ordering the wrong size. While it looks like I would still be able to see over a 16 inch option the Air Curve design makes all the difference in the world, the 15 is working perfectly for me. Overall this is a well made windshield of higher quality than the more expensive options I have looked into at other places, it looks great, and the Air Curve design is all that it is advertised to be.
Review By: Michael – Harlem, GA

Is there enough space? I ordered the 2015-16 Road Glide Touring windshield for my 2016 RG Ultra, Excellent quality, but I wanted something a little more sporty. So I asked John if he had a sportier one. He said “No”. I suggested that he might be missing out on a market, he said he had thought of that. I said please let me know when you have one available. He immediately said, “Give me about a week and I’ll see what I can come up with” No problem there. True to his word, I got an email in about a week, with a photo of the new Sport model, and all I could say was ship it to me. It arrived, I put it on the bike, leaving the plastic wrap on it so I could send it back if I needed. I went out for a test ride, found a secluded spot, and ran up to 95 mph, radio at about 75% and hearing it loud and clear, and I was enveloped in a ”bubble’ area with no wind, or noise. Well of course the wife wanted a test ride too on the back, she loved it, and the plastic wrap came off. Now what other company would make a windshield at your suggestion? Great relationship with Freedom Shields and John Lauk. No, I didn’t get the shield for free. Yes, I shopped around but nothing compares to this. I would highly recommend at least trying the shield. You can’t go wrong with the sales, and customer service at Freedom Shields
Review By: Dan – Bartlett, TN

Hi John, I’ve been able to put about a thousand miles on my ’15 CVO Road Glide 14″ Medium tint windshield so I can now give a review. Fit and finish, tint, optics and aerodynamics are all excellent and for me (5′ 11″, 34″ inseam jeans), perfect! I was very happy with the stock 14″ windshield but got a couple of serious rock chips on the road. With the slight recurve of the Freedom Shield, the same size gives 2-3″ more and very smooth wind protection. The medium tint and shape look great without any optical issues, especially at night. Thanks for a wonderful product!
Review By: Greg – Santa Monica, CA

John, Got my shield the other day and installed it tonight. Let’s just say that I’m totally thrilled and amazed by it. This is my 3rd HD and the previous two I had recurves on them also. An ’02 Batwing and an ’11 CVORGU. I was very hesitant at first to go with a 14″ on my ’15 CVORGU because the stock shield measured the same. The recurve on yours works as I expected and I’m glad I didn’t go with the 13″ like I originally planned. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO DISTORTION in your product!! I tried every which way to find it and I couldn’t. I could have got with a 15″ and had no problem with that but personal preference, the taller the shield, the more it takes away from the bike and looks like a billboard (insert Madstad visual here and you understand). I also like the light grey. Just enough tint to give it a nice look without making the shield look huge like a dark tint does. The lines flow great with the bike also. Thanks again and trust me when I will be pushing your product on every bike forum I’m on.
Review By: Mike – Canton, OH

John! Holy crap! I wasn’t even going 10 mph and knew this was the windshield I need! Not only does it keep me from getting wind beat, I can hear the radio! Already have 800 miles with it, and going for a lot more! Here are some pics, doesnt she look awesome! At the Harley Museum Bike night yesterday a few people took pics of her, and 2 asked about the Freedom Shield! I gave them contact info, hope you hear from them soon! I really like how your product protects me, at 100mph I can still hear the radio lmfao!
Review By: Gene – Milwaukee, WI

Hello John, I just wanted to say thank you again for the great windshield. My wife and I just got back from a 10 day trip and we must say the windshield was THE best addition to our bike. I couldn’t have asked for a better one! Here are some pictures of my 13″ shield on my Road Glide as promised.
Review By: Gatlin – Crestview, FL

Bought my shield for my 2015 Road Glide about a month before this was taken. Read a review from another customer about his and ordered the same height shield for mine as we are similar in riding stature.Tested around town for about a week before I removed the plastic. Rode to North Carolina and back, with an air cushion that lifted me up about another inch and even at that rise the windshield kept the brunt of bugs off of my face and onto my helmets. I don’t think I’ll buy a shield anywhere else from here on out! Great to talk to on the phone and great customer service.
Review By: John – Northglenn, CO

John, I received the 13″ light gray tint shield for our 2015 Road Glide CVO last week. Finally on Friday evening I had a chance to install it and the rain had stopped and roads dried off so we took it for a short test run with the plastic wrap still in place. What a difference!!! I still see over the shield but the wind and noise is greatly reduced and wife is happy. So, I unwrapped it and it is installed permanently. Still haven’t had a chance to test it out on a longer ride but I’m sure it will be great. I’m very impressed with the overall quality and the superbly finished edges.
Review By: Paul – Quincy, IL