Anyone checked?

[LLSailor]

Haven't been here for a while, but just got to wondering, which can be dangerous. I am somewhat broad and deep and was just wondering, (there's that word again), has anyone ever checked the mileage on a 3 cylinder RT to see if there is a difference between stock windshield all the way up vs all the way down?

 

[JayBros]

Not worth the effort IMO. Too many variables that would have to be replicated very closely in order to identify the precise impact of windshield height. Most important in the positioning of the windshield, again IMO, is how given positions feel to YOU when riding. Me, I prefer it down and raised just a tad off bottom stop -- rain or shine.

 

[RinconRyder]

I agree with JayBros. You would have to do the testing in a very controlled environment to have it return accurate results.

Can you talk to one of the NASCAR teams and tag along when they do wind tunnel testing?

 

[ARtraveler]

Windshield up would give less mileage due to the extra mass facing into the wind. I am guessing that the difference will be insignificant in the big picture.

The above is close enough for me. :yes:

 

[pegasus1300]

So apparently the answer to your question would be "no"

 

[Ben Burped]

Does it matter?

Possibly it's time to get on your machine and try wandering instead of sitting home wondering.