Options to reduce wind buffeting...?

[scharfg]

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!

[t3rmin]

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...

[salty_monk]

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

[twr1776]

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.

[txironhead]

Google search for Rifle fairings, go for one of the "sport" versions.