Types Of Motorcycle Fairings Prevalent Today

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Motorcycle fairing is the shell positioned over the frame of sports bikes and racing motorcycles mainly to reduce the air drag. It also protects the driver from wind, weather and debris and cushions the vehicle in case of a crash. As speed of the motorcycle increases, body of a motorcyclist experiences increasing wind resistance that slows down the bike. With fairings, a biker can duck low and nullify almost all air resistance.

Types of Fairings Depending on Coverage Area

Depending on area of coverage fairings may be full, half or quarter.

Full fairing They cover both lower and upper portions of the motorcycle, minimizing air drag and providing protection to the engine, gearbox and chassis.

Half fairings They feature a windscreen, extending below the handlebars. Many half-faired models have kits by original manufacturers to convert them to full fairings.

Quarter fairing This generally comprises a windscreen and minimum fairing around the headlight.

Belly Pan Fairings These are used in combination with quarter or half fairings below the engine to minimize the aerodynamic lift and to increase the appeal of the bike.

Types of Fairings Depending on Their Placement

Depending on their position you can have
front fairing
rear fairing
left body fairing
right body fairing, and
tail fairing.

There are some specialized fairings manufacturers that have come up with innovative and attractive fairings, adding a new dimension to the biking experience.

Some popular motorcycle fairings brands:

Batwing fairing: Clean aerodynamic shape, easily detachable, 36 inch wide and 17 inch tall, without windshields from Memphis. Windshields are available in three heights and seven colors. The inner wall is black textured, ABS outer shell is black and paint ready. However, it is not compatible with any other windshield other than Batwing.

AirMaster Universal Deluxe Fairing: Way ahead of time, this subtle and classy styling of Kuryakyn fairings will set a different look for your bike. The attractive standard features and tempting list of optional accessories make it one of the finest fairings in the market, especially, for music buffs. Stereo, CD, AM & FM, specially designed and fitted speakers, direct ipod control, and glove compartment are some of its distinct features. It can be fitted to all types of bike.

Arlen Ness Fairing: Designed to be used on all front ends, its body is constructed by heavy ABS plastic and the windshield is made of smoked plexiglass. It is smart, good looking and inexpensive.

Premeux Classic Fairing: These fairings give excellent protection from wind and rain. Made of composite fiberglass, chromed brackets, and black gel coat surface, these are available ready to be painted to match the colors of the motorcycle. Inside the inner fairings enough place for speaker mounts, antenna and glove box are kept.

Gone are the days of Dustbin fairings and Dolphin fairings. Today, fairings have become an integral part of design and style statement of a sports or racing motorcycle. The increasing craze for stylish fairings has encouraged the leading manufactures to come with aftermarket fairing kits to be fitted to their respective models. They are now offering a whole new updated range of fairings that may be full or half, depending upon the choice. It is time to gear up for a whole new biking experience!