F750gs - r100rs

Since very little gets written regarding F models thought I'd spring for a few sentences.

This is by no means a true comparison, but than again it is. I've owned several R100RS over the years (two 88's, a '90 R100 converted to a R100RS and one R100S converted back to a RS)...loved the look and fairing protection, especially in cooler Spring/Fall riding. I now have a 2020 F750GS with Madstad 20" system, a Sargent seat and Suburban Mach lowered foot pegs. I know, two totally different bikes....however, when riding I get some of the same feel from this F as I did those R's. R had 60 to 70 HP depending on year, F has 77 HP and power delivery very similar. Torque within 8 ft lbs. Weight, about 10 pounds difference, no full fairing, but with Madstad system provides good upper body coverage and handlebar placement better on F for these old bones. F does have better MPG and certainly uses less oil, if any. I do get some good "R" vibes out of this "F". and as compared to the '88 model those black wheels are another comparison.

Great feedback!

How tall are you? I have that model with the original windscreen (if you can call it that) and I’m considering getting some wind protection. I’m 6’ 3” and I’m concerned that I won’t like the look of a screen tall enough to give me wind protection at the helmet level.

And while I’m at it, even though I got the comfort seat from the factory, that is a misnomer. After 60-90 minutes, my butt needs a break.

sea2summit said:

How tall are you? I have that model with the original windscreen (if you can call it that) and I’m considering getting some wind protection. I’m 6’ 3” and I’m concerned that I won’t like the look of a screen tall enough to give me wind protection at the helmet level.

And while I’m at it, even though I got the comfort seat from the factory, that is a misnomer. After 60-90 minutes, my butt needs a break.

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I'm 5'11". I'd recommend a Madstad System with 20 or 22" screen. My 20" screen is more than adequate, most times I do not have it completely extended. I get "full" protection without buffeting and ride much of the time with helmet visor up. My inseam is 30". And remember, these screens have about 2 inches of travel. Do the measurement as Madstad ad indicates and order one...you won't be sorry.

Motodan said:

I'm 5'11". I'd recommend a Madstad System with 20 or 22" screen. My 20" screen is more than adequate, most times I do not have it completely extended. I get "full" protection without buffeting and ride much of the time with helmet visor up. My inseam is 30". And remember, these screens have about 2 inches of travel. Do the measurement as Madstad ad indicates and order one...you won't be sorry.

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Do you have any photos of your 20” Madstad windscreen?

Looks great! Thanks for the photos.

Do you happen to know where the 20” measurement is taken? I couldn’t find that detail on their website. Is it from top edge to bottom edge, or some other intermediate distance?

vark said:

Do you have any photos of your 20” Madstad windscreen?

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Here's a better (upright set of photos)...and to your question, height is measured at mid screen, from very bottom to top. For a more precise measurement on a 2020 F750GS, when screen fully extended upward, from top of headlight to top of screen approximately 23.5 inches. This is with shield at 60 degrees.

Motodan said:

Here's a better (upright set of photos)...and to your question, height is measured at mid screen, from very bottom to top. For a more precise measurement on a 2020 F750GS, when screen fully extended upward, from top of headlight to top of screen approximately 23.5 inches. This is with shield at 60 degrees.

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Thanks very much for taking the time to get this info. Much appreciated.