'09 F650GS Twin windscreens

JakeCWU · 10-24-2008, 05:12 PM

Has anyone had the opportunity to try the larger BMW windscreen for the 650 (Which I believe is the standard for the 800s) and/or the TT windscreen? My only complaint thus far is the wind striking mid face over 60 mph and I'm looking for an alternative.

Thanks.

G-

huckleberry · 10-24-2008, 05:49 PM

no experience but these look promising http://www.ceebaileys.com/bmw/650gs_twin_ws.html

blackie · 10-24-2008, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JakeCWU

Has anyone had the opportunity to try the larger BMW windscreen for the 650 (Which I believe is the standard for the 800s) and/or the TT windscreen? My only complaint thus far is the wind striking mid face over 60 mph and I'm looking for an alternative.

Thanks.

G-

There is larger and even larger BMW windscreen.... which one you looking at?

RobTheRigger · 10-24-2008, 10:46 PM

I'm getting the largest factory screen when the bike finally decides to show up (it was supposed to be this week). I'll let you know.

-Rob

JakeCWU · 10-24-2008, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by blackie

There is larger and even larger BMW windscreen.... which one you looking at?

I think they call it the tall screen, NOT the touring screen.

G-

JakeCWU · 10-24-2008, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ADV FF

I'm getting the largest factory screen when the bike finally decides to show up (it was supposed to be this week). I'll let you know.

-Rob

Thanks, I look forward to the review.

G-

RobTheRigger · 10-24-2008, 11:14 PM

Wife - "You don't even have the damn thing yet, and you're already buying stuff for it?"

Me - "Um, yeah."

Wife -

markymcd · 10-25-2008, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JakeCWU

Has anyone had the opportunity to try the larger BMW windscreen for the 650 (Which I believe is the standard for the 800s) and/or the TT windscreen? My only complaint thus far is the wind striking mid face over 60 mph and I'm looking for an alternative.

Thanks.

G-

I got the Tinted 800 Windshield put on my new 650... looks awesome but it almost puts your head directly into the buffeting zone at speed. Loud too. My solution for that was to purchase the TT clip on spoiler. Made a huge difference. The big test was how did it do at 70mph and over... that's where you notice the difference the most. I won't do without the spoiler at that speed. It's not horrible without it but it's not great if you are doing any sort of distance.

I don't fully like the look of the OEM Touring windscreen. it seems to swoop back too much and doesn't look like it's giving you great protection for the amount of length it seems to have. PLUS it's mega bucks because you have to buy an accessory mounting brace. But i'm sure that helps with windshield wobble.

I will still get a separate windscreen for a multiday trip. The Touratech one looks great. has a look that suits the GS and good coverage. I still need to measure what the height of my current setup with the clipon is. Could do with about 2 or 3 more inches for ultimate comfort.

After tons of research though, I think the Wunderlich might be the best one. It has two separate heights and you can get it tinted too.

You can download their catalogue here:
wunderlich.de/images/International/England/Katalog_PDF/F_650_800_ENG.pdf

TONS of great stuff but I have no idea whether you can get any of it in North America. If any one knows, please share.

cheers,
McD

JRWooden · 10-25-2008, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by markymcd

I got the Tinted 800 Windshield put on my new 650... looks awesome but it almost puts your head directly into the buffeting zone at speed. Loud too. My solution for that was to purchase the TT clip on spoiler. Made a huge difference. The big test was how did it do at 70mph and over... that's where you notice the difference the most. I won't do without the spoiler at that speed. It's not horrible without it but it's not great if you are doing any sort of distance.

McD

Sorry I lost you...

so you are back to the "stock" F650GS screen + the TT extension which is "OK" but could stand some improvement?

Thanks,
Jim

wrigmanG/S · 10-25-2008, 10:13 AM

Aeroflow will have an F650G/S at the end of the month to start development on a screen for the 650G/S and 800G/S. It should take about 2-4 months for the development, testing and beta testing.
If you want to be a beta tester call Aeroflow Mon. - Fri. 7:AM - 4:PM and talk to Christine or Paige and they can give you the details.
I know that some don't like the look of Aeroflow screens, but they work better than most aftermarket screens out there. Guess it depends on what you are looking for, looks or performance.

ridebollyride · 10-25-2008, 05:17 PM

Got this one from Rob over at F800riders.org. Does a pretty good job.

RobTheRigger · 10-26-2008, 05:29 PM

Nice pheasant tail collection, RBR!

-Rob

markymcd · 10-26-2008, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by JRWooden

Sorry I lost you...

so you are back to the "stock" F650GS screen + the TT extension which is "OK" but could stand some improvement?

Thanks,
Jim

Sorry if any confusion... I'm using the f800 screen plus the TT spoiler. Works great. Would only go to something larger for long multi day rides.

JRWooden · 10-27-2008, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by markymcd

Sorry if any confusion... I'm using the f800 screen plus the TT spoiler. Works great. Would only go to something larger for long multi day rides.

Thanks!

I still have just the stock (shorter) 650 screen..........

$120 for the TT extension mmmmmmmmmm ....

I'm still hoping to pick up a F800GS sceen that another farkler has removed as a "starter"...

Jim

10-24-2008, 05:12 PM	#1
JakeCWU ^OP The Notorious H.O.G. Joined: Aug 2008 Location: The West Oddometer: 280	'09 F650GS Twin windscreens Has anyone had the opportunity to try the larger BMW windscreen for the 650 (Which I believe is the standard for the 800s) and/or the TT windscreen? My only complaint thus far is the wind striking mid face over 60 mph and I'm looking for an alternative. Thanks. G- __________________ "In the end victory goes not to the swift, but to the stubborn"

10-24-2008, 05:49 PM	#2
huckleberry BACK ROAD BOMBER Joined: Sep 2008 Location: N.E. Pa. Oddometer: 1,106	no experience but these look promising http://www.ceebaileys.com/bmw/650gs_twin_ws.html __________________ “An adventure is misery and discomfort, relived in the safety of reminiscence.” Marco Polo 09 F 650 GS twin XR 400 Beta Techno

10-24-2008, 10:46 PM	#4
RobTheRigger Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2008 Location: VA Beach Oddometer: 581	I'm getting the largest factory screen when the bike finally decides to show up (it was supposed to be this week). I'll let you know. -Rob __________________ I can imagine a no more rewarding career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: "I served in the United States Navy." JFK "I rode a lot of dirt bikes when I was younger, so I trust the chain and sprockets more than that newfangled voodoo shaft stuff!" DolphinJohn

10-24-2008, 11:14 PM	#7
RobTheRigger Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2008 Location: VA Beach Oddometer: 581	Wife - "You don't even have the damn thing yet, and you're already buying stuff for it?" Me - "Um, yeah." Wife - __________________ I can imagine a no more rewarding career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: "I served in the United States Navy." JFK "I rode a lot of dirt bikes when I was younger, so I trust the chain and sprockets more than that newfangled voodoo shaft stuff!" DolphinJohn

10-25-2008, 10:13 AM	#10
wrigmanG/S Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Corona, California Oddometer: 198	Aeroflow Aeroflow will have an F650G/S at the end of the month to start development on a screen for the 650G/S and 800G/S. It should take about 2-4 months for the development, testing and beta testing. If you want to be a beta tester call Aeroflow Mon. - Fri. 7:AM - 4:PM and talk to Christine or Paige and they can give you the details. I know that some don't like the look of Aeroflow screens, but they work better than most aftermarket screens out there. Guess it depends on what you are looking for, looks or performance.

10-25-2008, 05:17 PM	#11
ridebollyride Adventurer Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Idaho Oddometer: 44	Got this one from Rob over at F800riders.org. Does a pretty good job. Attached Images __________________ dogass tired

10-26-2008, 05:29 PM	#12
RobTheRigger Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2008 Location: VA Beach Oddometer: 581	Nice pheasant tail collection, RBR! -Rob __________________ I can imagine a no more rewarding career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: "I served in the United States Navy." JFK "I rode a lot of dirt bikes when I was younger, so I trust the chain and sprockets more than that newfangled voodoo shaft stuff!" DolphinJohn

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