Bigdog, I agree to some extent that the ride should let you feel the wind in your hair and bugs in your teeth. Then why would you put a windshield on a motorcycle. Answer; more comfortable ride. Then why not add some Luxury items like I was explaining. A motorcycle has a lot of controls on the handlebar for easy access. I look at steering wheel controls mainly as a safety feature along with the luxury. The more controls you can access without taking your eyes off the road the safer you will be. My $.02
can you think of another thing that offers the average person a more different experience and freedom than a motorcycle ride?
You wear leathers on the hottest days of the year....why? To protect yourself. A windshield can offer protection from cold wind or rain.....to protect yourself.
Adding a radio or lights or other comfort items is to help you extend the length of time you can spend enjoying the ride. I have a roof on mine to help me ride longer because I hate being in the sun.
I added extra lights to make me more visible to other idiots....to help me enjoy my ride.
Heated riding gear helps me enjoy the ride....
can you see the common denominator?
It’s all about the ride. And we add whatever it takes to get as much enjoyment it gives to you or you take from it....
I like my pickup truck but it’s not a motorcycle. I’ve had lots of motorcycles over the years...lots and lots of fun for me...I’m doing the exact same thing I did way back when. Just riding as much as I can going nowhere....just burning gas. Me and my horse.
when the weather is nice here....if I can’t ride at least a little bit everyday I don’t feel happy...
