A good fairing does more than block the wind. It changes how your bike feels at speed, how far you can ride comfortably, and how your build stands out in a lineup. Whether you ride a Harley-Davidson® or an Indian®, upgrading your fairing is one of the most impactful changes you can make.
Stock fairings are designed to satisfy everyone. Aftermarket motorcycle fairings let you dial in performance and personality for the way you actually ride. From aggressive Club Style builds to clean touring setups, the right fairing has a purpose, and yours should reflect it.
Why Choose an Aftermarket Fairing?
Swapping your fairing isn't just about looks. It's a performance move. Most stock fairings offer basic wind protection but fall short on airflow control, adjustability, and long distance comfort.
An aftermarket fairing opens the door to better materials, refined shapes, and modular setups that grow with your bike. Want a windshield that actually works? Room for audio or lighting? A cleaner, more custom front end? Going aftermarket gives you the flexibility to do it right.
To see what quality parts and accessories Klock Werks brings to the market for fairings, shop the Klock Werks Motorcycle Fairing Fit Kits and Accessories collection.
Types of Harley Fairings
Knowing the main styles makes it easier to narrow down what fits your bike and your riding.
Batwing fairings mount to the fork and turn with the handlebars. They come stock on the Street Glide® and Electra Glide® and offer broad coverage for touring.
Sharknose fairings mount to the frame, so steering feels lighter in crosswinds. This is the signature look of the Road Glide®.
FXRP and Club Style fairings are compact and aggressive, inspired by the classic Harley police bikes. They deliver real wind protection without the bulk of a full touring fairing, which is why they've become the go to choice for Club Style Dyna®, Softail®, and Low Rider® builds. Klock Werks® offers FXRP Fairing fit kits for Harley-Davidson® and Indian®.
Mini and bolt on fairings, like the Memphis Shades Road Warrior™, the Saddlemen® S-RT Mini Fairing, and the Klock Werks Wedge™ Fairing, add wind deflection to bikes that never had a fairing at all, with minimal changes to the front end.
Lower fairings mount below the tank on touring bikes and shield your legs from wind, rain, and engine heat. They pair with any of the front fairing styles above and are a separate upgrade worth considering if you log long highway miles.
What Makes a Fairing Worth It?
Not all motorcycle fairings are built equal. The best aftermarket fairings are engineered for function, fit, and finish. That means materials that hold up, mounting systems that stay secure, and shapes that work with the airflow instead of fighting it.
A fairing worth the investment should reduce wind fatigue and head buffeting, improve stability at highway speed, pair cleanly with a performance windshield like the Flare®, follow the lines of your bike with no gaps or bulk, and stand up to real miles, not just parking lot shows. Style matters, but never at the cost of ride quality.
Best Aftermarket Fairings for Harley-Davidson®
Harley-Davidson® motorcycles are built to be customized, and your fairing helps define the build. If you ride a Dyna®, Softail®, Low Rider®, or Road Glide® and want a tougher stance with added function, an FXRP inspired fairing is a proven choice. It brings the edge and presence Club Style is known for, plus real protection for longer rides.
Running a stripped down setup or a Street Bob®? A compact fairing gives you wind deflection without overpowering the look or changing your bike's attitude. Road King® owners, whose bikes ship with a windshield rather than a fairing, often go the same route when they want more coverage without committing to a full touring front end.
Pair your Harley fairing with a Flare® windshield and the performance gain is real. Wind lifts off your helmet and chest, buffeting drops, and your ride smooths out at speed. That's not styling, that's the science of air management.
Image: Aftermarket FXRP Fairing on a 2022 Indian® Chief®
Best Aftermarket Fairings for Indian®
Indian® motorcycles have strong presence straight from the factory, and a custom front fairing takes it to the next level. Whether you ride a Chief®, Scout®, Chieftain®, or Challenger®, the right fairing enhances airflow and ride quality while preserving that iconic silhouette.
Look for an Indian fairing that integrates cleanly with your lighting, allows for windshield swaps, and keeps the clean, muscular lines of your bike. The FXRP Fairing fit kit is built for exactly that. Add a Flare® windshield, and the comfort gains are instantly noticeable: less buffeting, more miles.
Don't Forget the Flare® Windshield
The best fairings deserve the best windshields. Designed and tested by real riders, the Flare® windshield uses patented hips and a flipped upper edge to push air up and around you. The result is a cleaner pocket of air behind the bars, better front end stability, and less noise in your helmet.
Flare® windshields are available for the FXRP, Wedge™, Road Warrior™, and S-RT fairings in clear, Dark Smoke, and a full range of Kolor options. Not sure which height to run? Use our guide to finding your Flare®. You can finish the front end with Pursuit Light Pods for FXRP Fairings and quiet the cabin with a Dynamat® kit for fairings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best fairing for a Harley-Davidson®?
A: It depends on your model and how you ride. For Club Style Dyna®, Softail®, and Low Rider® builds, an FXRP style fairing offers the best balance of protection and attitude. Touring riders on a Street Glide® or Road Glide® will get the biggest gain by pairing the existing fairing with a Flare® windshield.
Q: What is the best fairing for a Road King®?
A: The Road King® comes with a windshield, not a fairing. Riders who want more coverage typically add a fork mounted batwing style fairing or a compact bolt on fairing. Check the Shop Your Ride tool to see which Klock Werks parts fit your exact model and year.
Q: Are lower fairings worth it?
A: If you ride long highway stretches or in cooler and wet weather, yes. Lower fairings keep wind, rain, and heat off your legs and work alongside any front fairing.
Q: Do aftermarket fairings fit Indian® motorcycles?
A: Yes. The Klock Werks FXRP Fairing fit kit is offered for select Indian® models as well as Harley-Davidson®. Confirm fitment for your bike before ordering, or find a Klock Werks dealer near you to see it in person.
