mhines
Member
Hey folks, it's that time of the year... when a lack of riding time turns to those parts you've been meaning to replace.
My current windscreen (a non-stock tinted item replaced by the previous owner) has a mild crack and as such I'm looking for a replacement. I have the original OEM item, same crack (can anyone guess where, as clearly it is a weak point?). In general, the current screen (same size and airflow of OEM, just tinted) seems to work pretty well for me. Sometimes I wonder about a taller screen though, as I do a lot of longer rides. That said, I do tend to ride with my visor open and enjoy the steady flow of fresh air.
As a result, I'm in the market. Options include:
-OEM replacement: https://bmwparts.crosscountrycycle....5/46637670457.html?clickSource=relatedProduct
pro: OEM fitment
con: Expense, not tinted (I've grown kinda fond of the look)
-MRA "SPOILERSCREEN": https://twistedthrottle.com/shop/bo...3T8esYprTQBK-knwQjZhSowjzAW77pdxoCZcQQAvD_BwE
pro: Looks kinda cool, tint, price, and a slightly more aggressive touring/airflow angle?
cons: no idea on quality, fitment, effectiveness of said air deflection (too much, or too little?)
-ZTechnik "VStream": https://www.shopbmwmotorcycle.com/p...AhS8-M3_FAMM2-sxXtvYL5S3PYTMX4VxoCuxoQAvD_BwE
pro: this looks a lot like my current, price is better than OEM, etc.
cons: no experience with this brand or model
-eBay "tall flip" type: https://www.ebay.com/itm/1558365440...E8UpV36z5Tc9cQ5dcZh8CD22OZU48KwRoCDTYQAvD_BwE
-pros: more wind protection?
-cons: no experience on brand, effectiveness/impact of said air deflection (too much, or too little?)
-the Vario full boat big daddy with added aero: https://www.motea-shop.com/en_us/va...QECOCX9fRv0vcb_9uopRhn0uTuJ4K1sRoC1-wQAvD_BwE
pros: man this looks like a nice part, have heard good things about the brand
cons: high price, and is it... too much?
Any-hoo.. thanks for tolerating my quandry - I'm hoping some of you fellow r1100s types might have experience with any of the aftermarket stuff as I'm pretty familiar with the OEM approach / footprint (and yes, I agree that OEM is often the right move). Or I'm guessing that riders of other models have relevant brand experience?
Thanks for any insights!
Waiting for Spring,
MH
My current windscreen (a non-stock tinted item replaced by the previous owner) has a mild crack and as such I'm looking for a replacement. I have the original OEM item, same crack (can anyone guess where, as clearly it is a weak point?). In general, the current screen (same size and airflow of OEM, just tinted) seems to work pretty well for me. Sometimes I wonder about a taller screen though, as I do a lot of longer rides. That said, I do tend to ride with my visor open and enjoy the steady flow of fresh air.
As a result, I'm in the market. Options include:
-OEM replacement: https://bmwparts.crosscountrycycle....5/46637670457.html?clickSource=relatedProduct
pro: OEM fitment
con: Expense, not tinted (I've grown kinda fond of the look)
-MRA "SPOILERSCREEN": https://twistedthrottle.com/shop/bo...3T8esYprTQBK-knwQjZhSowjzAW77pdxoCZcQQAvD_BwE
pro: Looks kinda cool, tint, price, and a slightly more aggressive touring/airflow angle?
cons: no idea on quality, fitment, effectiveness of said air deflection (too much, or too little?)
-ZTechnik "VStream": https://www.shopbmwmotorcycle.com/p...AhS8-M3_FAMM2-sxXtvYL5S3PYTMX4VxoCuxoQAvD_BwE
pro: this looks a lot like my current, price is better than OEM, etc.
cons: no experience with this brand or model
-eBay "tall flip" type: https://www.ebay.com/itm/1558365440...E8UpV36z5Tc9cQ5dcZh8CD22OZU48KwRoCDTYQAvD_BwE
-pros: more wind protection?
-cons: no experience on brand, effectiveness/impact of said air deflection (too much, or too little?)
-the Vario full boat big daddy with added aero: https://www.motea-shop.com/en_us/va...QECOCX9fRv0vcb_9uopRhn0uTuJ4K1sRoC1-wQAvD_BwE
pros: man this looks like a nice part, have heard good things about the brand
cons: high price, and is it... too much?
Any-hoo.. thanks for tolerating my quandry - I'm hoping some of you fellow r1100s types might have experience with any of the aftermarket stuff as I'm pretty familiar with the OEM approach / footprint (and yes, I agree that OEM is often the right move). Or I'm guessing that riders of other models have relevant brand experience?
Thanks for any insights!
Waiting for Spring,
MH