Wind Shield options for HOT weather riding

[DaveZinAz]

First some background.
We live in Phoenix, AZ and it is HOT. We are ATGATT riding a '17 RT-S
It is not uncommon to see 113F and more on the dash readout. Sitting in stop and go traffic on the freeway can get a bit toasty and it is still hot once we get moving.

I am asking for opinions regarding the different wind shields available.

What would be the best option for getting better air flow into the "cabin" area and especially for my pillion.
I have seen shorter with stock width.
I have seen shorter with wider width and an additional vent.
I have seen same height with an additional vent.
I have seen wings to direct air towards the riders.

What combination would be the most effective at getting better air flow for the pillion since she is stuck behind me and really suffers.

Thank you in advance.

[Lew L]

Hi Dave,

My son lives in Mariana, Az. I understand the heat. So:

Light colored clothing and helmet.

Cooling vest, mesh gloves and mesh jacket really help

And a VENTED WINDSHIELD!!

Lew L

[DGoebel]

Adjustable lower air wings, compare both BRP's optional ones and SL Sponsor Baker Built Air Wings (which likely give you WAY more options and settings). And you can add a vent to your existing windshield, though I don't think that helps pax at all, more for you and all of these only help when moving of course. What Lew said still counts for helping in stopped traffic. We did some short triple digit rides and my mesh jacket went under the faucet's at every gas stop. Literally dripping wet as I walked back out to the Spyder, but cool for 20 - 30 minutes once we got moving. I took a water bottle and dumped it over my shoulders and chest once the jacket dried out.
It all helped.

[canamjhb]

Any vented windshield will help you. A vent also reduces wind buffering by eliminating the negative air pressure behind the windshield. The best relief for your passenger will be adjustable air wings that direct air towards legs and body. I carry a spray bottle of water. Stop often and spray myself till I'm soaking..... (I feel your heat) No reason passenger cannot have two cup holders. One for cold drinking water and the other for a spray bottle to spray you and herself on the fly.

[DaveZinAz]

So far it seems like a vented wind screen is the way to go along with some air wings.

We already have the vented jackets.

I had not thought about carrying a spray bottle of water. We will give that as try ASAP.

[blacklightning]

I tried the tall and wide one, a cut stock one, and the best to date was a 4" shorter, 4" wider, and vented, tinted shield. This worked great for all weather conditions.

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