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Author Topic: R65 Windshield?  (Read 4486 times)

mayadog

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R65 Windshield?
« on: October 05, 2011, 04:54:03 PM »
Hi folks.  I'm the new gal on the block.  I have a 1981 BMW R65 and I'd like a little coverage from the elements. Any suggestions of companies?  Want something medium to smaller sized that will be functional and easy to maintain.   Thanks.    Steffie

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #1 on: October 08, 2011, 08:07:09 PM »
National Cycle makes a few models (Plexistar, Plxifaring) that might work - though these tend to be the larger/wider, clear acrylic models.   They'll offer pretty good protection overall, but are large enough to have some 'sail' effect when riding in strong crosswinds or when passing large vehicle on the interstate.   IF you do alot of riding in the cooler weather (not sure what latitude you are at) these can be nice, but are usually as large as you want to go for a handlebar mounted shield.  National Cycle also has some street shield models that might work for you.   Another popular brand (but which I have no experience with) is Slipstreamer.

If one want something a bit more upscale looking/sportier in appearance, you could go with a Rifle brand fairing - I believe they have a couple which could mount on an R65 - these have painted fiberglass/plastic body parts with smaller windshields - I've seen the smaller Rifle fairing on some R65 bikes before and they do look very sharp, more money tho.
http://rifle.com/BikeProducts.aspx?BikeNo=22

Also, I cannot remember the brand of fairing that forum member Monte Miller (montmil is his username) has on his black R65, but it is a decent looking, neat smaller fairing that  provides no protection for the hands, but keeps the air off his chest (being in central Texas, he doesn't need the cold weather protection muchHe would be happy to fill you in if you ask him about it.

Last, but certainly not least, Givi (brand) makes some good products too, in quite a variety of sizes.  Not every one they make will fit your bike, but quite a fair number of them can/will.   I wouldn't necessarily buy a Givi windscreen from the website at this link, but it will show you many of the Givi model options available.   I think that there are several members of this forum with various Givi screens, so if you have questions about certain models they may be able to give more specifics.

http://www.cli-maxridinggear.com/servlet/the-Windshields-cln-Givi/Categories?gclid=CMjSjcCz2qsCFUNN4Aod5B1NOw
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Dizerens5

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2011, 10:14:23 AM »
The Givi A200 fits neatly using headlamp mount bolts only. But if you have the clock/voltmeter pods you'll have to Dremel it down a bit on the sides to clear them. You may have to do it on one side for access to the trip zero. In place it's maybe decorative rather than useful! Doesn't keep much wind off.

clonmore1

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #3 on: October 09, 2011, 12:35:19 PM »
I'm going for a screen on mine when it's finished, the Givi A601 looks good, anybody any experience of this screen or similar?

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #4 on: October 10, 2011, 06:47:07 AM »
Steffie the screen you fit will depend on the handlebars you have ... are they Low European style or high "cruiser style" mine has high bars and a "Fassoni" Spitfire sceen which is one thats widely available here in the UK.Very comfortable in bad weather.
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clonmore1

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #5 on: October 10, 2011, 07:54:46 AM »
Looking good Lou,

That screen really suits the bike, nice drop of weather for riding too... >:(

clonmore1

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #6 on: October 10, 2011, 07:57:00 AM »
Lou,

Where did you get yours from? I can't seem to find it

Cheers


scottyintex

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #7 on: October 10, 2011, 08:26:27 AM »
Givi A32 is hard to beat

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #8 on: October 10, 2011, 04:52:28 PM »
Yo, Scotty.. When will Perry deliver your new hack?

Lynn and I will in Luckenbach for the Harvest Festival. Come on down, I'll stand your bar tab.

Monte
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scottyintex

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #9 on: October 11, 2011, 09:55:17 AM »
Wow free booze...I will be there....I hope ;D Perry said 6 to 8 weeks....but this is week 14. If I do get it ...I will be there...if not....well^*#@*^# >:( I will most likely still be there.
« Last Edit: October 11, 2011, 11:25:23 AM by scottyintex »

clonmore1

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #10 on: October 11, 2011, 11:58:02 AM »
Scotty,

That rig!

Wow, it just looks fab and the screen really works...

I love that outfit, man, it is just so  8-)

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #11 on: October 11, 2011, 07:08:00 PM »
I have a Slipstreamer on my R100.  Good compromise between sporty and coverage...

Justin B.

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1981 R100RT - Summer bike, NEKKID!!!

clonmore1

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #12 on: October 12, 2011, 11:35:54 AM »
Justin,

Where did you get your seat? mine is shot and will need replacing.

Cheers

Chris

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #13 on: October 12, 2011, 02:09:39 PM »
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Lou,

Where did you get yours from? I can't seem to find it

Cheers

I got it from Sprint motorcycles Doncaster road Wakefield, they have them in them in the shop at Squires too.
Lou
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clonmore1

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Re: R65 Windshield?
« Reply #14 on: October 12, 2011, 03:22:39 PM »
Thanks Lou,

Chris