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Thank you!! And thanks for watching.

Nice! I do like the look of them too.

Yes, no issues. I have a pair of WileyX Omega sunglasses that have a medium-large frame and they fit fine without pushing down on the bridge of my nose. If you saw one of my other videos, I talked about wearing glasses with the Bell Custom 500 and how there was no room.

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching.

Oh yeah. I’m well aware about the temps. That was the main reason I wanted them off. Because you used them too, you also can feel how hot your right leg gets. That’s a pretty good indicator of the temps. I’m probably going to get an external fan and see if that helps. But for now, I need them for long highway rides because of the helmet buffeting.

Yeah man, I really wanted to take them off to get more air on me and the engine. But the helmet buffeting is the worst. It’s the only bike I’ve ever had this problem with.

@@rideandgrill when we first got our 05 King it had no fangs and a tall windshield that appeared to have been cleaned with steel wool. Couldnt see through it and the buffeting and wind noise was intolerable.

I have a 2000. Black and red, real similar to yours. I don’t have fangs but I do use the windshield when it’s really cold. I haven’t had any problems with wind buffeting unless I’m wearing a 3/4 helmet. With my full face it’s super smooth

It’s funny how some people get it the noise and buffeting, others have no idea what we’re taking about.

If I went full helmet, I probably wouldn’t have an issue either. They usually are designed aerodynamically to cut through the wind. But all I wear is 1/2 and 3/4.

You’re correct. I forgot and put them on the opposite way, so I had to redo them. The funny thing is, in the instructions, it shows them the way I put them on. But I knew that was wrong.

@rideandgrill hehe. The reason I know is I did the same thing. Had a buddy call me out in front of other riders. The real messed up part is you have to move the turn signals away from hitting them. That's a whole different nightmare. You have a very nice looking bike though.

Oh man! Haha Luckily you didn’t make a video for everyone around the world to see your screw up. 🥴😂 I got lucky and didn’t have to move the lights, it just barely clears them. Thank you for the kind words about the bike and for checking out my channel, i appreciate it.

Everybody thinks they look weird in open face and regular half helmets. But what I found is, you look fine when you’re on the bike. If you’re walking through a store with it on, then….🥴 😂. I’m actually going to do a new video soon about that exact topic. Thanks for watching and ride safe.

Interesting. Did you take it off the top or bottom?

@@rideandgrill I took it off the bottom

I’m aware that some parts are made in other countries and the assembly is done here in the US. I’m not against riding other bikes made in other counties either. A good bike, is a good bike. But the S&S air intake and the cover in this video are still manufactured in the US. I try to buy US made when possible, but I’m also realistic.

It’s not ideal for engine temps, that’s for sure. That’s why I took them off. But the buffeting was stupid so I threw them back on (mainly for higher speeds. Around town isn’t that bad).

@@rideandgrill one of the first things I added to my bike when I bought my road king, then the next thing I did was add a temp dipstick. That’s what I realized that these guys are not to be used in warmer temperatures. Sort of like leaving soft lowers on your bike through the summer, yes, I’ve known people to leave soft lowers on through the summer, believe it or not….. And then expect longevity afterwards.😂😂😂

Like I was telling someone else. If I can get US made, I will. But if I can’t, well that’s just reality and I get what I need.

I’ll have to check them out. Thank you and thanks for watching.

@@lowrider96 we have both, squared off and the ugly af utensils that thankfully still do the job

You’re welcome. Thank you for watching.

Nice!

It’s bad! Like I was telling someone else, I never had it before this bike so I never knew what it really was. But the deflectors work great. Thanks for watching!

Thank you, and thanks for watching.

I think the whole issue is personal meaning, your size and shape, how you ride, and what you wear all factor in. I may not have any issues if I wore a full face helmet but I don’t. I’m 5’9 but use a Tallboy seat that’s made for someone over 6’, so that changes my body position which I’m sure is a factor. Etc… obviously it doesn’t happen to everyone because there are plenty of people who ride the exact same model that will say I don’t know what the hell you’re talking about because I’ve never had an issue. Btw, thanks for watching.

That’s the problem, I don’t want a fairing on it. Especially now that they only make one bike without one, the road king special. 2022 was the last time the FLHR was produced. Even with a fairing though, I know some guys who still get buffeting and end up putting mid frame deflectors on.

The only issue I have with them is at a stop, you can really feel engine heat on the right leg. But it’s a solid trade off for a smooth ride.

@@rideandgrill yes it is ,if harley put them on there,they must be necessary,mines old and it had them,so must be

Oh yeah. It’s not a new issue, it just seems more common now. I never had it until I got my 2019.

Well I guess I’m not a real rider since it’s only been 35 years. You’re stock ‘89 isn’t the same as a ‘19 road king. Which, by the way, is the only machine to give me a buffeting issue. If you’re good to go without any issues, you doing good. Enjoy your ride!

Bro he’s talking about riding with a windshield. You ride with none……..why you talking? Geez

@@highvolts6620 Seems like riding without a windshield would make him even more "uncomfortable". Imagine having to put up with getting hit with a wind blast while riding a motorcycle. Seems almost unthinkable. If you don't like being out in the wind, drive a car. With the windows up.

Wow, did you miss the whole point of this. I almost never ride with a windshield, for the same reason I don’t like fairings, it makes you feel boxed in. I also think the whole reason for riding is to be out in the open. So I agree either with you there. You’ve obviously have never had an issue with wind buffeting. It seems to be a problem with newer bikes. With the windshield ON, the wind comes up and causes turbulence that knocks you around especially with a helmet on and because I sit so far back, it thumps pretty solid on the chest which gets friggin annoying on long rides. It also happens without the windshield but it’s not half as bad. Search it CZcams and you’ll see there only a couple thousand videos about it.

It’s hard to find a bike, especially a Harley without a fairing now. The only one they have is the road king special. I used to do iron butt rides on my 78 sportster back of the day. If I tried doing that now I’d need three or four days off of work to recover and a giant bottle of Tylenol.

Thank you. The road king is a great bike, but even though I’m 5’9, I use a tall boy seat. Sitting that far back changes the way the wind hits me, so I needed to do something. Anyway, thanks for watching and ride safe.

I only use the windshield when I need to, otherwise I’m not a fan. But even without it, the buffeting is horrible. If I ran without a helmet it probably wouldn’t be an issue, but I run half and open face. Not sure about full face because I don’t have any.

@rideandgrill I run a Simpson Bandit race car helmet. It's originally designed for open-air dragsters. It actually creates down force and fits like a glove. I've had trouble in the past with poorly made half cap or open face helmets bobbing in the wind, but never my Bandit. It might not be your style, but I've never gotten on a bike that it's ever given me trouble. There are a lot of quality full face helmets that do really well in all kinds of riding positions.

Thanks. I’ll check out the bandit.

Let me jump in! Yes, cause that's what their made for! They equalize the pressure behind the windshield.

What he said. But I also get it without a windshield (I usually ride without one), Probably because I sit so far back with the tallboy seat. But it’s not fun, that’s for damn sure.

@@bernieriegger7447 also , I didn’t read all the posts but at the bottom of the thriple tree a lot of the bike have a small lip dam spoiler that directs air down into the motor area instead of up behind the windshield, some had them stock, but I’m sure there is something available to help control air flow around the bike.

Awesome! Let me know how it turns out. Enjoy and Thank you for watching.

Yeah, the squirrel looks like it did freak the bird out, and he was gone! It looks like it was on a string. lol

I hope it works out for you. Let me know. Thanks for watching.

Awesome! Let me know what you think when you get it. I’m about to do a longer video of them soon because I just got my 3rd one recently.

I paid $135 from Revzilla. (June 2024)

@@rideandgrill not to bad thanks

Yeah, and it was $40 cheaper than the Roland Sands Nostalgia shift rod that I was looking at, and it does the same job.

Thank you for watching. I’m glad it worked out for you.

Arlene Ness has been around for years and it's not crap.

Just curious, why do you think it’s junk? Did you have an issue with one?

@@rideandgrill just your typical keyboard spazz, trying to get reactions. 🤪

Probably!

I don't see anything Wrong with it. But then again, when it comes to Harley's, You do what the hell you want, If someone don't like It. It's fkin Irrelevant. Don't you get it by now? Okay that said, I'm hungry at a bar Met new and had similar friends as dave man. # Weasels. So Screw arlaness, If you know the story , then you get it. That's different trashing at someone else's bike. Boy

From what I see, the Aussie standard and ECE are more stringent than our DOT. Supposedly, if you ride here in the US, in a state that requires a helmet and it’s not DOT, you can get a ticket. Even if it’s certified somewhere else, but I don’t know anyone who ever got a ticket. I’m sure it’s happened at some point, somewhere. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

⁠cheers mate

I’m also a 56.5cm, with an intermediate oval head and I order mediums in the DMD helmets. For me,Med is not too tight or loose. But I’m always cautious on suggesting a size because everyone’s head is different. Cheek pads are removable, so you can get smaller or larger to help with fit around the face if needed. Couple tips: don’t be afraid to pull the bottom open to fit it over your head, like a football helmet. If it feels a little loose, try using a bandana worn like a do-rag. Because I’m bald, I do this a lot. If you’re riding without a fairing or windscreen like I do, you may still need earplugs if the wind is too loud. Let me know how it works out for you and if you have any other questions. Thank you for watching, I appreciate it.

@@rideandgrill ok cool, I appreciate your very helpful feedback. I’m basically bald so I’ll try that in the future. Just curious how did you order/buy your DMD helmet? Thanks

I ordered just like I would any website. Nothing special. On the Brixia Moto website, look in the upper left corner of the page and you’ll see the 3 sandwich lines. Click that. Then touch the grey “country” bar on the top and you can switch it from Italy to united states, US Dollars, and English. That makes it 100% easier because it switches the whole website into English. I’ve used PayPal and Amex, and never had an issue. So far I’ve purchase 3 helmets from them without an issue. If you order, they will send the email in Italian but you can use google translate. They use ShippyPro to keep you updated on where your items are, and they REALLY track it well. Just make sure you check your spam folders to make sure the email doesn’t go there. My yahoo mail constantly puts stuff in my spam.

@@rideandgrill OK awesome thanks for the very helpful tips! I’ll check it out right now

Great!! I’m glad it helped you. Have fun, be safe, and get to grilling! Thanks for watching, I appreciated it.

Fantastic! I’m happy it worked for you. Thank you for watching and keep on grilling!!

Fantastic!! Glad it worked out for you. Be safe, happy grilling and thank you for watching. 🙏🏻

😂 Yeah, that’s my English Pointer, Dixie. She’s 16, has a bunch of lumps and bumps, with a few on her lungs. But she’s on meds and is VERY well taken care of, but she has a cough like someone with COPD. Otherwise she’s great and just keeps going. Thanks for watching and give your pup a few extra treats for us.

At least you have a new regulator now, so if any other issues pop up, you know it’s probably not that. Thank you for watching. Happy Grilling!

Thanks for your question. Just note, I am not an expert on propane. If you are unsure about its safety, I would recommend contacting your local propane company for advice. If your new tank is the kind that you exchange instead of refill, take it to the exchange station and have them give you a different one. If you have a tank that you have to refill at a propane fill station, then I would take it to them and have them test it for you. Sometimes it’s just missing a small washer and that may cause it to leak. Until you figure it out I would recommend not keeping the tank hooked up to your grill. Make sure it is closed all the way and keep it away from your home until you can figure out what’s going on. Good luck and let me know what happens.

Awesome! Glad it worked out for you. Thank you for watching, I appreciate it.

Let me know how it works out for you. Hopefully it’s just the tank and not the regulator. But sometimes it is. You should also contact the manufacturer of the grill and explain what’s up. Maybe they can help you out.

@@rideandgrill it worked with new tank. Thanks for your helpful video.

You try it first, I’ll take your word for it.

Great!! Happy it worked out for you. Thank you for watching