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Options to reduce wind buffeting...?

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Hi there!

I have a '83GS 750ES which I just purchased and I'm use to riding my 1500cc Kawi Classic with the windscreen so I was trying to get use to the wind buffetting at speeds over ~100km/hr (60 mph). I felt like a bobble head and did not feel comfortable taking the bike much over ~130km/hr (80 mph). Sometimes I'd like to ride at 130+ on those barren straight stretches so I"m wondering what is out there (if anything) to reduce the wind drag.

Are their fairings that work, taller wind screen or.....?

I can't imagine anyone taking it close to what the speedo is set up for.

It cruises quit comfortably at 60mph.

Thank you!
 
Tried hunkering down a bit? Put the feet on the back pegs and tuck your head down.

My 700E (no fairing/windshield at all) is very comfortable at 70-80mph. 90mph isn't so bad tucked in. You've got a bit more wind protection on your ES...
 
Wear ear plugs, that makes a big difference so does style of helmet. I had one with a wing on it that was awful at speed.

There are plenty of windshields around that offer loads of protoection, try http://www.nationalcycle.com/ or JC whitney etc.

A small cafe one looks good but will only keep it off your chest.

Dan :)
 
I also have been riding behind shields for many moons. It took about 200 - 300 miles to get the feel of riding "naked" again but with some mileage you will adjust your body position to compensate for the wind. Now I kind of enjoy the wind in the hair (inside my full face helmet of course) feel and like the change from the shields.
 
Google search for Rifle fairings, go for one of the "sport" versions.
 
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