All my Harley’s have had a Freedom Shield windshield installed on them. So, when I purchased my 2021 Road King Special, of course I had to install one. I went with the 18″ in the Dark Grey Tint. It works really great with an all black bike. After installing it, I took it out for a test ride (plastic covering still on as the directions state), and at 75 mph, there’s hardly any buffering at all. It makes riding this bike all the more enjoyable. As long as I continue riding, a Freedom Shields windshield will be on my bike. Keep up the great work John.
The windshield came in the other day, and I got it on the bike. The wife loves it, says it puts the air up over her head and even provides a bit of shoulder protection from the wind too being a bit wider than that screaming eagle windshield that it replaced. And I think it looks a lot better also, it looks more proportioned to the bike. Thank you.
3 years and 4 windshields later I finally tried a Freedom Shield from John. All of my buffeting problems that I had spent time and money to make go away went away instantly. The air pocket is now a smooth enjoyable breeze instead of a turbulent nuisance. Do yourself a favor and skip all the rest and just call John. You won’t be disappointed!
The wait for my 18″ Freedom Windshield for my Road King was worth it. The package arrived undamaged and flawless. Immediately installed, all holes fit, the optics convinced me. Great. After the first ride, I was thrilled. The buffet was almost gone. Thanks for the great work and support. I will gladly recommend you further. Attached is a picture of my RK with Freedom Windshield 18″.
I really like my Freedom Shield on my 2019 Road King. I’ve probably ridden at least 4000 miles behind it now and it’s just right. On the stock shield, my line of sight was right at the top of the shield, exactly the wrong place. I’m 6’ 2” tall. I ordered an 18” Freedom Shield and I look comfortably over it, and the upturned lip at the top does a great job of reducing turbulence on my helmet. Quality is top-notch, too, with the smooth edges and the holes lined up perfectly with the stock hardware. You and your team should be proud of your product.
I’ve had my Road King 22″ Light Smoke Freedom Shield for about 2 months now. It has taken a trip to Colorado and back and numerous long jaunts along the highways near my home in Kansas. Living in Kansas means BIG wind! I didn’t really think this shield would make much of a difference, but the effect is amazing. Prior to this shield I had a Harley 20 ” shield. I either experienced incredible updraft that beat me half to death with my beard, or an obnoxious head buffeting that would cause me to go cross-eyed depending on wind velocity and direction. Since I put the freedom shield on, my rides are so much more enjoyable! I still get plenty of ‘wind therapy’ but my beard just kind of floats a bit instead of snapping my face. I don’t have any buffeting of my helmet. No more headaches on those 30 mph wind days. Honestly if I didn’t live in Kansas, I probably wouldn’t have even tried one of your shields; but here on the plains if you aren’t riding on big wind days, you aren’t riding! Thanks for working with me, taking my first shield back, and suggesting this one. Oh, I REALLY like the light smoke, almost clear but with dark polished edges and just enough tint to make it visible, yet entirely see through. It is short enough that my line of vision is over the top of the shield, which I love!
Love the shield… I really notice a difference at higher speeds, less turbulence and my shades aren’t shaking all over the place. Glad I went with a 16″ too! Not obtrusive at all, I was running a 14″ before. I’ll probably order up a 20″ in the future for the spring and fall…. also, the nice thickness of it is AWESOME. Doesn’t shake at stop signs or while I’m riding…. Super happy with the purchase man, you guys and gals make a quality product and I will recommend to anyone who asks.
First off John and Lisa with Freedom Shields are the best to deal with. When I first contacted Freedom Shields about the best option for my bike John suggested the 16″ version and boy was he spot on. I also mentioned to him that I had a trip planned for the end of the month and he told me he would do his best to get it to me on time, not only did they do that, but it actually arrived a week earlier than what he projected. Once installed it outperformed the stock Harley windshield hands down, absolutely no wind buffeting and not a bit of distortion. This is the third windshield I have purchased from them, and they have never let me down. Hats off for job well done.
Finally some clear weather down here. I love the way the deflector looks and performs on my 2002 Road King. Wether I am riding on back roads or highways it’s a much more comfortable ride than the stock deflector. It was a perfect fit on my existing Harley frame. I have received many compliments on the dark grey. Thank you for providing solid input to choose the correct height. Cheers!
Review By: Curtis – Tomball, TX
