RE: 2023 R/RS Update - 9

Zitat von Ray B im Beitrag #119

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Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #109

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I will likely (assuming I get an RS) buy the Aeroflow "Short Sport" screen, which at the top of the screen is about 3 1/2" lower than BMW's OEM screen...and it's a smoked color, which I definitely prefer.

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If you're not in striking distance of Anaheim to try out the screens, your approach sounds reasonable. At 6 foot 3 (189 cm) I picked up a used smoke, standard sport screen through Sierra BMW, which seems to do a brisk business in Aeroflow windscreens. For 90% of my riding, it's been the go to.

When it came to experimenting with a winter/below freezing touring screen, I decided that St. Louis was within striking distance of the Aeroflow shop. There's nothing like being able to try out a few screens to feel assured that one has the best size screen for the purpose.

Which, reminds me to add - I still throw the stock screen on when I want to maximize airflow.

To keep the thread on track - seems the folks in St. Louis will have access to some 2023 RSs, but that likely reflects their ability to sell dozens (well over 100) R18s.....

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Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #120

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Zitat von Ray B im Beitrag #119

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To keep the thread on track - seems the folks in St. Louis will have access to some 2023 RSs, but that likely reflects their ability to sell dozens (well over 100) R18s.....

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bit of a cult bike in St Louis, eh?

Plenty of cults there.

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Also looking at the VStream "Sport" screen...16" vs 19" for stock...smoke color.

Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #115

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Thank you! Above and beyond the call of duty, but I really appreciate the info. At least from this reply, it seems to corroborate what my dealer told me.

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Zitat von Lee im Beitrag #124

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Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #115

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Thank you! Above and beyond the call of duty, but I really appreciate the info. At least from this reply, it seems to corroborate what my dealer told me.

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I just talked to Peter at Engle Motors in Kansas City.
Yesterday they received allocations for three 2023 RSs, one of each color. These are too far along in the system to be modified.
The red, white and blue one is on the way.
He said it's possible your dealer may have received allocations yesterday also.
The allocations go on how many and what types of bikes the dealer sells each year.

If your dealer can't get a RS and you want to buy out of state and ship I can give you the KC shop number.

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Zitat von Mr. 36654 im Beitrag #106

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Ermax and Puig have smaller options. But, Aeroflow is a nice product.

There's always the Scotsman with his DIY Hacksaw special

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It's 2023 in magazine Bike's world and the RS gets a mention in the February issue.
Most of the blurb questions the workings of the ECO mode and how it might deliver its claims, without coming to a conclusion. Also noted are changes in TFT software and enhanced rider modes.
I quite like the race livery but as mentioned in posts elsewhere these changes do not make me want to rush out and place an order just yet.
The BMW configurator comes out at nearly £17000 when laced with my options of choice.
That's a lot of money......

Alan

Like the look of the VStream "Sport" screen, which I thought was lower than stock...now, not so sure:
Sport VStream 1250RS.jpg - Bild entfernt (keine Rechte)

Because of this email from National Cycle (VStream manufacturer):

There are a few things to consider when measuring the R1200/1250RS windshield. We measured the height of the shield up the middle of the shields. On the R1200/1250RS shields, this would include the notch at the bottom of the shield and the dip in the upper edge of the shield. This would make he BMW shield approx 13.5" tall. If you were measuring from the highest point to the absolute lowest point of the shield it would be 19". The VStream is 18" when measured from the lowest point of the shield to the top. So when compared off the motorcycle the VStream will be approx 1" shorter than the original BMW shield.

When installed, the VStream is mounted on a set of offset that position the shield at a taller angle the original shield. This is done to help get the air up and over the rider more effectively. When comparing the shield when installed, The VStream will sit 2-3 inches taller that the BMW windshield.


I had one of their "Sport" screens on an F800GT, which had a notoriously loud stock screen, and while it was essentially the same height as stock, it definitely was better. So maybe this would work. Think it looks better than the Aeroflow "short" Sport screen, but looks are one thing, function is the important thing.

Windscreens...a real conundrum.

Zitat von Lee im Beitrag #124

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Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #115

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Thank you! Above and beyond the call of duty, but I really appreciate the info. At least from this reply, it seems to corroborate what my dealer told me.

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I just talked to Peter at Engle Motors in Kansas City.
Yesterday they received allocations for three 2023 RSs, one of each color. These are too far along in the system to be modified.
The red, white and blue one is on the way.
He said it's possible your dealer may have received allocations yesterday also.
The allocations go on how many and what types of bikes the dealer sells each year.

If your dealer can't get a RS and you want to buy out of state and ship I can give you the KC shop number.

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Zitat von Valks im Beitrag #129

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There was a loaded '23 being assembled, it had non-standard rims as far as I could tell but no '719' pieces or such. .

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Seems like dealers are getting the '23, but not a word from my dealer yet. Waiting to hear...

Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #128

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Like the look of the VStream "Sport" screen, which I thought was lower than stock...now, not so sure:


Because of this email from National Cycle (VStream manufacturer):

There are a few things to consider when measuring the R1200/1250RS windshield. We measured the height of the shield up the middle of the shields. On the R1200/1250RS shields, this would include the notch at the bottom of the shield and the dip in the upper edge of the shield. This would make he BMW shield approx 13.5" tall. If you were measuring from the highest point to the absolute lowest point of the shield it would be 19". The VStream is 18" when measured from the lowest point of the shield to the top. So when compared off the motorcycle the VStream will be approx 1" shorter than the original BMW shield.

When installed, the VStream is mounted on a set of offset that position the shield at a taller angle the original shield. This is done to help get the air up and over the rider more effectively. When comparing the shield when installed, The VStream will sit 2-3 inches taller that the BMW windshield.


I had one of their "Sport" screens on an F800GT, which had a notoriously loud stock screen, and while it was essentially the same height as stock, it definitely was better. So maybe this would work. Think it looks better than the Aeroflow "short" Sport screen, but looks are one thing, function is the important thing.

Windscreens...a real conundrum.

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Zitat von duccrazydave im Beitrag #132

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You might try CalSci. I have the tinted "Shorty" for my '16RS. Also fitted with an add on MRA Xcreen for variable air flow
https://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/R1200RSprod.html

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FWIW, I have a Puig tinted sport screen on mine. It's very similar in height to the stock screen, but a significant improvement on noise and buffeting. I have it mounted in the top set of hold, but usually ride with it down.

Hey BEARR, I’m 6’1”. The pics I’ve included show the windshield in the upper holes and the upper/lower positions. In the warmer months I’ll be in the lower mounting holes with the Xcreen almost horizontal for maximum airflow. I wasn’t completely satisfied with either (Wonderlich or CalSci) until I added the Xcreen. The pics from my new phone seem to be showing up too large.