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    #16
    I'm obviously a fan of the Cooley fairing. I've always liked 1/4 fairings. Check with Gustaffson Plastics as they carry the Airtech fairing and shield as well. Search for the "Air Tech Wes Cooley" on this site below.

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    1982 GS1100 G converted by Motorcyclist magazine in 1986 to be a tribute to the Wes Cooley replica. 1982 Honda 900F. 1997 Yamaha VMax.
    Also owned: 1973 Kawasaki Z1 900, 1972 Honda 750 K, 1976 Yamaha XS 650, 1980 Kawasaki KZ 1000 MKII, 1978 Kawasaki SR 650. Current cage is a 2001 Mustang Bullitt in Dark Highland Green. Bought new in Sept. 2001.

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      #17
      Mine is just a cheap EMGO fairing...around $69us...I quite like it...have had it on for about 18 months...great in the cold..but think \I will take it off this summer





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        #18
        Originally posted by Buffalo Bill View Post
        Just wondering who has some kind of frontal fairing from any brand name, including the Cooley fairing.
        How do you like them?
        Let's just say that I refuse to ride any bike any farther than around the block unless it has SOME form of wind protection. I have had just about everything except the smallest "flyscreen" mounted, obviously some worked better than others.

        - Vetter has about the best wind protection, but is butt-ugly. Darn near "fugly".
        - I have ridden several factory touring models, the difference in their coverage/protection is amazing/amusing. Some were as good as the
        Vetter, others were not much better than a naked bike.
        - Handlebar-mounted shields/fairings actually work quite well. I am thinking here of the National Cycle Plexifairing or the larger Slipstreamer. Protections is virtually the same as a Vetter, above the knees. Below the knee, the Vetter is better.
        - Smaller units like the Cooley, Maier and others might look ok, but offer minimal protection. Most notable at higher speeds, but I don't often ride at the speeds necessary to ''enjoy" that protection.

        It pretty much boils down to what you want. Are you after looks or protection? For looks, it's purely up to you, and you can find something for less than $100. If you are looking for protection, plan on a larger unit that will cost closer to $200.

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          #19
          I ride a naked 1200 Bandit here in Germany and the lack of fairing really makes a difference on the autobahn. At cruising speeds of 80-90 mph the wind buffet tires you out pretty quick. I rode to visit a friend in Denmark last year and the ride was a lot more tiring than the hours in the saddle would have suggested. Anything that bucks the wind for you, even a bikini fairing like the Cooley "S" model helps.

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            #20
            Originally posted by phydeauxmutt View Post
            Let's just say that I refuse to ride any bike any farther than around the block unless it has SOME form of wind protection.
            Me too, but no sense getting carried away. I mean, I just need a little something to keep the insects under control.


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              #21
              Did someone ask about fairings....

              I prefer a small fairing. I used a Plexifairing (ll?) back in the 80's but found this NOS Shoei FM5 a few years ago on eBay. I appreciate it any time we're going over about 50 mph...



              I use this little feller in the winter to aid in my daily commute. A little boomy but keeps the cold air off the chest...



              And well, the Bandit is an S model so I came with a frame mounted unit. Sucky headlight but it protects pretty well in a downpour. Believe me, I've tested it...

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              2002 Suzuki Bandit 1200S (new to me in 11/2011)

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                #22
                Originally posted by 81ZUKI75 View Post
                I prefer a small fairing. I used a Plexifairing (ll?) back in the 80's but found this NOS Shoei FM5 a few years ago on eBay. I appreciate it any time we're going over about 50 mph...


                That would look really good on my GS650E. I need to find one of those for it. I wonder if they were made for round headlights too, or if I'd have to rig up a square headlight arrangement on the 650?

                It wouldn't be too difficult to put a square headlight on it, the KZ700A headlight ears and light would fit just fine on the front, and they are readily available on ebay. I'd rather keep the original round headlight on it if possible.


                Thanks, now I have a new obsession - to find an FM5 fairing....
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                HONDA: 1981 CB900F Super Sport
                KAWASAKI: 1981 KZ550A-2; 1984 ZX750A-2 (aka GPZ750); 1984 KZ700A-1
                YAMAHA: 1983 XJ750RK Seca

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                  #23
                  Originally posted by Griffin View Post
                  That would look really good on my GS650E. I need to find one of those for it. I wonder if they were made for round headlights too, or if I'd have to rig up a square headlight arrangement on the 650?

                  It wouldn't be too difficult to put a square headlight on it, the KZ700A headlight ears and light would fit just fine on the front, and they are readily available on ebay. I'd rather keep the original round headlight on it if possible.


                  Thanks, now I have a new obsession - to find an FM5 fairing....
                  The FM-5 was available with either a round or rectangular headlight insert.
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                  2002 Suzuki Bandit 1200S (new to me in 11/2011)

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                    #24
                    I like the Cooley style fairings. X2 on no love for the Windjammers.

                    Originally posted by Griffin View Post
                    Griffin that is an excellent looking "touring" GS. I have plans to pick up another GS and do a touring project like that. Where did you get the Suzuki saddle bags? Very cool!

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                      #25
                      Originally posted by Weasel View Post
                      I like the Cooley style fairings. X2 on no love for the Windjammers.

                      Griffin that is an excellent looking "touring" GS. I have plans to pick up another GS and do a touring project like that. Where did you get the Suzuki saddle bags? Very cool!
                      My mom gave them to me as a graduation present in 1986.

                      By the way, I have an '82 1100G that I'm getting into road ready shape. It should be good to go this spring. If you're serious about wanting a big shaftie touring rig, I'll let you know when it's done.
                      Last edited by Griffin; 02-06-2016, 07:21 PM.
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                      SUZUKI:
                      1978 GS1000E; 1980 GS1000G; 1982 GS650E; 1982 GS1100G; 1982 GS1100E; 1985 GS700ES
                      HONDA: 1981 CB900F Super Sport
                      KAWASAKI: 1981 KZ550A-2; 1984 ZX750A-2 (aka GPZ750); 1984 KZ700A-1
                      YAMAHA: 1983 XJ750RK Seca

                      Free speech is the foundation of an open society. Each time a society bans a word or phrase it deems “offensive”, it chips away at that very foundation upon which it was built.

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                        #26
                        Originally posted by Griffin View Post
                        My mom gave them to me as a graduation present in 1986.

                        By the way, I have an '82 1100G that I'm getting into road ready shape. It should be good to go this spring. If you're serious about wanting a big shaftie touring rig, I'll let you know when it's done.
                        I appreciate the offer but I'm sure when you get it road ready it'll be too nice & expensive for my cheap ass. What's the non-road ready price? LOL

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                          #27
                          Originally posted by Weasel View Post
                          I appreciate the offer but I'm sure when you get it road ready it'll be too nice & expensive for my cheap ass. What's the non-road ready price? LOL
                          Let me get back to you on that.
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                          SUZUKI:
                          1978 GS1000E; 1980 GS1000G; 1982 GS650E; 1982 GS1100G; 1982 GS1100E; 1985 GS700ES
                          HONDA: 1981 CB900F Super Sport
                          KAWASAKI: 1981 KZ550A-2; 1984 ZX750A-2 (aka GPZ750); 1984 KZ700A-1
                          YAMAHA: 1983 XJ750RK Seca

                          Free speech is the foundation of an open society. Each time a society bans a word or phrase it deems “offensive”, it chips away at that very foundation upon which it was built.

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                            #28
                            Originally posted by 81ZUKI75 View Post
                            I prefer a small fairing. I used a Plexifairing (ll?) back in the 80's but found this NOS Shoei FM5 a few years ago on eBay. I appreciate it any time we're going over about 50 mph...


                            Just curious how this one is aerodynamically? I bought a GS 750, fly and ride a long time ago, had a cheapo copy of this style. It was terrible. Tried a bunch of different positions on the way home, nothing worked worth a damm. Took it off and tossed it out in the desert somewhere in Arizona.
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                              #29
                              Originally posted by tkent02 View Post
                              Just curious how this one is aerodynamically? I bought a GS 750, fly and ride a long time ago, had a cheapo copy of this style. It was terrible. Tried a bunch of different positions on the way home, nothing worked worth a damm. Took it off and tossed it out in the desert somewhere in Arizona.
                              The angle of the windshield has the most effect on where the air turbulence hits the rider. Even a few degrees difference can make the fairing highly effective, have a negligible effect, or make wind disturbance worse than nothing. A fairing that works great for a 5'8" rider may make matters worse for a 6'3" rider.
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                              SUZUKI:
                              1978 GS1000E; 1980 GS1000G; 1982 GS650E; 1982 GS1100G; 1982 GS1100E; 1985 GS700ES
                              HONDA: 1981 CB900F Super Sport
                              KAWASAKI: 1981 KZ550A-2; 1984 ZX750A-2 (aka GPZ750); 1984 KZ700A-1
                              YAMAHA: 1983 XJ750RK Seca

                              Free speech is the foundation of an open society. Each time a society bans a word or phrase it deems “offensive”, it chips away at that very foundation upon which it was built.

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                                #30
                                A cheapo copy… whadayaspect?
                                1982 GS1100G- road bike
                                1990 GSX750F-(1127cc '92 GSXR engine)
                                1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane

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