I also ride a DL1000 model 2018 and what also reduces buffeting is changing the mirrors. I have replaced them for mirrors of the Kawasaki Er6 model mirrors and the effect is noticable. And also I think the bike looks much better. 9:21
Great vid, Sir. I'm on my 4th Vstrom and just bought a virtually new 2020 XT1050. Every single Vstrom I've owned has had a combination of serious buffeting along with top of helmet wind blast and wind noise. No matter where how I adjusted the stock screen on any of them...it was borderline torture at anything over 55MPH. The solution was the Givi Airflow for each and every one of them. The Airflow has a combination of great aerodynamics along with 2 actual individual screens that break up the wind and deflect it both sideways, over the top, and thru the opening between bottom and top screen. I would describe it as almost magical how the transform a problem that makes the Strom unbearable at speed...into a sublime perfect ride.
Absolutely fantastic, informative video! Nothing out there like it not even from Givi themselves. Thank you very much you have answered all the questions i had about this product. You've just sold a Givi Airflow Windshield !!
Thank you BMR, your timing is perfect. I purchased a 2019 DL1000 XT Adventure back.in February, and have been contemplating a new Airflow. This video just sealed the deal. Time to break out the Visa card. Thanks, Rich in Philadelphia
It is never a bad thing to look for aftermarket windscreen. I bought a Givi windscreen for my 1150RT, and everything is now so much quieter and no turbulence anymore.Completely different riding experience now. (i bought the Givi D241ST btw)
got one on my 1000 Strom. works well. As I understand it the two screens additionally channel air up off the bottom screen and up the inside of the top screen and over your head. You can feel it if you put your hand above the channel. If you want you can also just use the bottom screen for some protection. p.s good review
I just bought an almost new (1300 miles) 2015 DL650, and rode it 430 miles home after the sale. I was BEAT after that ride from the buffeting! To make matters worse, it was a very windy day for most of those miles...................as in tumble weeds were rolling across the highways. So here I am shopping for relief.
Based largely on your video (and a few others that confirmed), I ordered the Givi Airflow for my 650. Also a peg lowering kit and a gel pad. I’m dedicated to making this darned bike enjoyable for long distances.
One of my best purchases for the motorcycle. I wonder why Suzuki doesn't put such glass in stock 🤔. Airflow is the best! My height is 182 cm and it solves everything. V-Strom is a dream bike now. ❤
Nice review, been looking at downsizing my Concours to a V-strom and loving the electric adjustable windscreen on my Concours your wonderful review of this Givi screen gives me hope for my future V-strom!
I am looking for a wind and turbulence solution for my Guzzi and hopefully the Airflow for the V85TT will work. I was hoping for something a little more retro looking, but this seems to be the most functional.
After listening to this review I installed this screen on my Moto Guzzi V85tt. Am very happy with the performance. Even on lowest setting I'm in a zone of calm and quiet. It's not the prettiest thing but on an Adventure bike it's ok. I would not put this on a sport bike like the V100. I believe this design works as intended, it directs the trapped air up over the rider.
Another great review about the Vstrom! In this case the killer buffeting that I thought there was something wrong with it as I never had a bike give me a headache! You point out and do a great report on what I think is the perfect cure with the Givi. As soon as you mentioned the buffeting I could almost feel it again! It was terrible!!! It was one of the first things I did when I bought my Vee new in '14. The Givi definitely was different but I really liked how adjustable it really is. I can ride a hundred miles of slab with it raised and listen to music, slip off onto the dirt, slide it down to easily look over and reverse on the way home. A great review as always!! Thank you and take care and be safe my friend!!!
Thank god. I tried another screen that had up/down forward/backward adjustments, but then the bike was always buffeting. I put the stock screen back on, and now my head can't stop shaking. I just ordered this while watching this video. Let's hope it's my solution. :)
We just came alongside you today on your hot rod 900z while on our yellow xt v-strom heading back from French Creek. I think you have convinced me to give the Givi a shot.
OK - that was you, Rusty. I'm sorry I didn't chat much as I had my plugs and speakers going!! Can't hear much at highway speeds on the Z so... But I would have stopped had I known. I was admiring the strom with her gold spoked wheels. Glad I rode sensibly! ;-) Yes, you won't regret the Givi - best mod I made to the bike.
Hello. Just got a great deal on a leftover 2019 Vstrom 1000. (your partially responsible for the purchase😁) Lovin it... I'm 5'9" and have no problems with the stock window. Really enjoy your vlogs. Keep up the good work... 👍
I actually have the same helmet and dl 1000 with the stock screen, I ride with my external shield up and internal down to prevent alot of the buffeting, ive been thinking about going with the givi
Unreal I was thinkin looks like he is in Parksville ! You are ! small world ! I'm in Nanaimo ! cheers looking for a better screen for my new 2020 vstrom 650!
Amazingly a couple of people I've spoken too don't suffer from the stock shield, but I'm betting 90% of folks do. The shield was a must for me. Good luck.
Its the air coming off the lower fairing that runs over your legs and up to your lower body to the helmet that makes the buffeting not the wind screen on a vstrom
Interesting. That is not my experience. I have changed the screen, and now I have no buffeting. There is no lower fairing on the 2014-2019 Gen 2 Vstrom to speak of.
@@BlueMarbleRider yeah I cannot wait to receive it , I will install it instantly once in my hand ! The other evening I was riding back from shopping at sunset and the bugs were getting bad and them things felt like pellets! I’ve been spoiled riding my Harley Softail with its big quick release windscreen and I forgot how bad bugs can be to the face 😜
I don't know if you still have your V-Strom. Like you I found the OEM screen lacking and generates a lot of turbulence. If you still have the bike with the Airflow screen fitted, may I ask you to measure the internal distance between the two locking mechanisms. From your review it seems to have solved the turbulence and noise problem. However before I buy one I need to know if the locking mechanisms will impinge on the placement of my Sat Nav. Retailers just don't respond to my enquiries. Good video. Covers all the bases. Thanks
@@BlueMarbleRider Thank You. Time to clip the GPS (Garmin Zumo XT) which is quite large WxHxD: 14.8 x 8.8 x 2.4 cm on the bracket and give it some thought. I would think you can see why I asked the question given the width of the GPS. Once again much appreciated.
I have one on my 2014 big Vee and it's brilliant. As you stated, very functional. Wonder if an airflow would fit on the new 2020 XT? I use an AIROH commander helmet and always have the main visor up. The Givi is worth every penny. Cheers BMR.
I have the same Airoh helmet, but on my bike is Puig (I think the big one) wind shield. I'm not very excited about how it works. But I'm not sure is Givi will be better... Maybe someone try different wind shields? I know that the original Suzuki shield is terrible :)
This is one of the best reviews of any product I’ve ever seen, I do have a question though about your 12 V accessory outlet. It looks like your 12 V accessory outlet has been moved, is that true? And if so can you show how you moved it or why you moved it?
It is the OEM outlet with a dual usb plug in it. I haven't moved it, although others complain that it is too central and would prefer it on one side or the other: this is a 2014 model, and I can't remember if they subsequently moved it. Cheers.
Thanks for a great review, and nicely timed as I just upgraded my K4 650 to a 1000XL8. It's on order - ideas for a seat upgrade? I loved the Sargent on my 650...
Reckon you have more experience than me with on that one, R. I actually have the stocker on and, while it's not perfect, it works between gas stops for a while...then the inevitable day 1 numbbum sets in, and my wife gets a primo view of my gorgeous ass (whether she likes it or not) as I stand on the pegs for a few minutes. Check out the Vstrom Forum - they're pretty good about feedback and honest opinions.
Roger Brown I dont know where you're based but look online for cool covers,they're a UK company and the seat covers they make are the best I've had and I've tried a few over the years.
Hey. TY for the awesome review. Due to this video I bought the Givi AF. I ride a DL 1000 L6. I had no vibrations, my problem were the Noise behind the normal shield. Now it works how it should and it is much better than the 2 MRA xcreen I‘ve tried. What’s your body size and what helmet Jack you worn for this video?
Thanks for the excellent video. I'm trying to adapt this to a different moto but am unable to find a few key measurements that I need. One is the width and height of the Givi Airflow shield that slides up and down. Second is how wide apart are the two mounting points that secure the airflow to the shield behind it?
Like you I am trying to find out the internal measurement between the two mounting points as I want to make sure it does not impinge on my sat nav. Did you manage to find out this measurement? If so could you let me know. Cheers
For me, as I don't look through, but rather over the shield most of the time, they are irrelevant to my vision. The airstream is deflected up and over your helmet. The top of the screen on my bike is set at slightly above chin guard level. I can raise the screen much, much higher, but never need to. Even then, the milky portion/black areas would not affect the vision as only the bottom section is coloured that way, while the top shield is clear. Hope this helps. Cheers.
Many thanks for your great review! I'm curious to know how it performs with just the lower screen without the extension? I have just bought a 2017 1000, has a small ish screen which is creating buffeting. Cheers.
If my memory serves me correctly, with just the lower screen on, it is rather like naked bike. Your head and shoulders are in clean air - no buffeting, with the lower shield deflecting some air to your mid chest area. Perfectly acceptable - particularly in hot weather. Cheers.
@@BlueMarbleRider Awesome, thank you so much! I added on a small windshield deflector but despite a small improvement I have had enough of the buffeting and will be buying a Givi Airflow, cheers.
Thanks. Yes very happy. I've done a review on it here: ruclips.net/video/ZI7Fik9wkWQ/видео.html I'll only add that it is still holding up well (no rattles, loose parts or excessive wear). The only small niggle is the orange paint has perhaps lost some of its lustre (as red paint will do in the sun over a few years). It's a Scorpion EXO AT 950. Cheers.
Does anyone think this will fit or have experience with fitting this windscreen on a Triumph Trident 660? Do you think it would fit? May not look cool but I need real wind protection & that is more important for me than looking coolest at this point. I really love the design of this windscreen and it's adjustability.
I wouldn't think it will, unless they now make a specific one for the Trident 660. Perhaps one of the bigger companies (Puig, Madstad etc) will do an aftermarket?
Yes, good advice. Unfortunately for me I ride most of the year, which includes when the days get shorter up here. I ride east in the morning, into the sun rise and a peak is the difference between seeing and not. Cheers.
100% compared to the stock Vstrom 1000 oem stock screen. I can't comment on the 800DE version, except to say Givi usually do their homework before releasing a product.
@@BlueMarbleRider yea unfortunately I wasted money the oem tall windshield. Still get bugs on my face shield. I have a cheap Amazon extension I'm going to try first before I decide on the money for the givi
To be truthful I never ride with the chin bar up, but there's no pull on the peak at any speed, so I imagine the chin bar up would be absolutely fine. You are in a bubble of calm air. Cheers.
That would be tough - you'd need to get some fairing mounting arms fabricated and somehow attach them to the headlight (not the handlebar for safety reasons). I'd look for something made for the SV. Cheers.
@@BlueMarbleRider I’m 6ft 5 inches and I’ve just recently bought the givi one piece screen which although it is much bigger than the standard screen is still giving me a bit of buffeting, I might try this one, thanks for the reply.
I’m very disappointed with mine, I have one on my VStrom 650. I’m 6’ and it still buffets like crazy even on the highest setting, I ordered a puig clip on, no idea if it will help or not.
I'm sorry to hear that. It is the first I have heard a negative review on the Airflow, albeit on a 650. I am over 6 foot and don't notice any buffet on the 1000; however, on my 650 vstrom I had a Madstad single shield which was quite good. Good luck.
@@BlueMarbleRider The Puig clip on solved the buffeting. I can have the airflow on the lowest setting and it’s better than it was on its highest setting.
Depends which one you get, and being adjustable both on the mounts and with the top slider shield, it can be adjusted: 50cm height (12 cm of extension) width 44cm.
I would like to point out to all your viewers that I have the same Scorpion helmet as you and on the Versys I just sold the buffeting was enough to cause the same headache you described getting with your stock V-Storm windscreen. Before I started looking for a different windscreen I tried my old Shoei XD4 which is also a peaked helmet. Problem solved. Something you may try in the future is a different helmet than your Scorpion. Certainly a non-peaked helmet will be much quieter with less buffeting but as with my Shoei XD4, you will probably find another helmet can do as much for your riding comfort as a new windscreen. Now helmets are NOT cheap and it is nearly impossible to try before you buy but if you find yourself with a bike you love but cannot get airflow managed, try a different helmet. I love the look and functionality of my Scorpion but airflow on my Versys was not acceptable. So that bike got sold for many other reasons and as soon as I sell my GS (long story but what an unreliable bike for $25k (USD). The new V-Strom may require a new windscreen but I’ll make certain to try different helmets as well. Nice review.
Great point, Greg. Unfortunately for me, all three of my helmets (Scorpion included) were wickidly buffeted by the stock Vstrom shield. But that is certainly sage advice. I have had viewers tell me they've had no problem with the stock shield, so there is some truth to what you are saying. Cheers.
@@BlueMarbleRider I have same givi airflow. It looks like I will need madstad bracket(120$) or go thru CalSci and get taller windsceeen. I'm 186-187cm(6.1ft).
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I have the same wind screen for my 2019 V-Strom 1000XT. It is the single biggest positive change I made to the bike. I’m 6’2”. Nice video!
Thanks for sharing. Cheers.
just got home from a 250 km roundtrip on my 2020 V-strom 650 and I ordered the Givi windscreen right away when I got home! Can't wait to test it.
I also ride a DL1000 model 2018 and what also reduces buffeting is changing the mirrors. I have replaced them for mirrors of the Kawasaki Er6 model mirrors and the effect is noticable. And also I think the bike looks much better. 9:21
That makes a lot of sense. I have played with the airflow off the mirrors and found the same thing. How did the mirrors fit? Cheers.
@BlueMarbleRider The mirrors fit very well and the view is Just as good. And I think the bike loods mocht better.
Great vid, Sir. I'm on my 4th Vstrom and just bought a virtually new 2020 XT1050. Every single Vstrom I've owned has had a combination of serious buffeting along with top of helmet wind blast and wind noise. No matter where how I adjusted the stock screen on any of them...it was borderline torture at anything over 55MPH. The solution was the Givi Airflow for each and every one of them. The Airflow has a combination of great aerodynamics along with 2 actual individual screens that break up the wind and deflect it both sideways, over the top, and thru the opening between bottom and top screen. I would describe it as almost magical how the transform a problem that makes the Strom unbearable at speed...into a sublime perfect ride.
Totally agree with your assessment - it turned the bike into the most comfortable ride I have experienced. Cheers.
I swapped my standard Honda windscreen for a similar Givi Airflow on my Silverwing. Best upgrade I did, an excellent windscreen.
What a great way to review a product, I appreciate how comprehensive it was. Thank you
Absolutely fantastic, informative video! Nothing out there like it not even from Givi themselves. Thank you very much you have answered all the questions i had about this product. You've just sold a Givi Airflow Windshield !!
Cheers, XX, appreciate the feedback.
This review sold me on this windscreen. Placing my order now, thank you!
You know how to make great videos, BMR. Thank you for taking the time. Sold .... I am ordering one for my beloved Airhead!
Thank you BMR, your timing is perfect. I purchased a 2019 DL1000 XT Adventure back.in February, and have been contemplating a new Airflow. This video just sealed the deal. Time to break out the Visa card. Thanks, Rich in Philadelphia
Thanks for the feedback. Glad I could help, Rich.
Excellent review, completely agree with your thoughts on the airflow, used one on my XT1200 for 4 years
It is never a bad thing to look for aftermarket windscreen. I bought a Givi windscreen for my 1150RT, and everything is now so much quieter and no turbulence anymore.Completely different riding experience now. (i bought the Givi D241ST btw)
got one on my 1000 Strom. works well. As I understand it the two screens additionally channel air up off the bottom screen and up the inside of the top screen and over your head. You can feel it if you put your hand above the channel. If you want you can also just use the bottom screen for some protection. p.s good review
I had this screen on my previous Versys 1000. Definitely the best motorcycle screen I've ever used.
What model is your Versys ?
@@JUFFAIR101 Mine was the face lift model of 2015 on in burnt orange
I have this on my 2015 and it totally changes the quality of the ride
I just bought an almost new (1300 miles) 2015 DL650, and rode it 430 miles home after the sale. I was BEAT after that ride from the buffeting! To make matters worse, it was a very windy day for most of those miles...................as in tumble weeds were rolling across the highways. So here I am shopping for relief.
Yes, it's bad isn't it! Back when I had the 650 I used a madstad, but I'm sure their are better solutions now - check out the forums. Cheers.
Based largely on your video (and a few others that confirmed), I ordered the Givi Airflow for my 650. Also a peg lowering kit and a gel pad. I’m dedicated to making this darned bike enjoyable for long distances.
Thanks for the great review. I ordered one for my Versys 1000. I think I will love it, time will tell.
Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for the feedback.
Best review for this windscreen! Just picked up a 2021 vstrom 650xt . Thanks for being so thorough 👍🏽
Hi! How did you like it? What's your height?
One of my best purchases for the motorcycle. I wonder why Suzuki doesn't put such glass in stock 🤔. Airflow is the best! My height is 182 cm and it solves everything. V-Strom is a dream bike now. ❤
The Suzuki push system? THE SUZUKI PUSH SYSTEM? WTF??? I have my bike for 6 months now and only now I hear of this??? Thank you man!
No problem! Cheers.
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@@BlueMarbleRider I have the 2021 model and it turns out I don't have this push system..
Nice review, been looking at downsizing my Concours to a V-strom and loving the electric adjustable windscreen on my Concours your wonderful review of this Givi screen gives me hope for my future V-strom!
Glad to help - cheers.
Interesting the standard screen on my 2011 Vstrom 650 worked brilliantly for me not so the screen on my Tiger 1050
I am looking for a wind and turbulence solution for my Guzzi and hopefully the Airflow for the V85TT will work. I was hoping for something a little more retro looking, but this seems to be the most functional.
Can't comment for the V85, but on the Vstrom it is a god send. Cheers.
After listening to this review I installed this screen on my Moto Guzzi V85tt. Am very happy with the performance. Even on lowest setting I'm in a zone of calm and quiet. It's not the prettiest thing but on an Adventure bike it's ok. I would not put this on a sport bike like the V100. I believe this design works as intended, it directs the trapped air up over the rider.
Another great review about the Vstrom! In this case the killer buffeting that I thought there was something wrong with it as I never had a bike give me a headache!
You point out and do a great report on what I think is the perfect cure with the Givi.
As soon as you mentioned the buffeting I could almost feel it again! It was terrible!!!
It was one of the first things I did when I bought my Vee new in '14. The Givi definitely was different but I really liked how adjustable it really is. I can ride a hundred miles of slab with it raised and listen to music, slip off onto the dirt, slide it down to easily look over and reverse on the way home. A great review as always!! Thank you and take care and be safe my friend!!!
Yes - that helmet hammering is the stuff of nightmares: once experienced never forgotten :-) Thanks for the feedback. Cheers.
Thank you for your review, buying one today.
Cheers, Jon.
Thank god. I tried another screen that had up/down forward/backward adjustments, but then the bike was always buffeting. I put the stock screen back on, and now my head can't stop shaking. I just ordered this while watching this video. Let's hope it's my solution. :)
I'm very confident that you will find salvation. Cheers.
I'm thinking of getting this screen for my F850gs -thanks for the review :)
Hey mike, Did you get the airflow for the 850? if so can you let me know how it worked out, thanks.
We just came alongside you today on your hot rod 900z while on our yellow xt v-strom heading back from French Creek. I think you have convinced me to give the Givi a shot.
OK - that was you, Rusty. I'm sorry I didn't chat much as I had my plugs and speakers going!! Can't hear much at highway speeds on the Z so... But I would have stopped had I known. I was admiring the strom with her gold spoked wheels. Glad I rode sensibly! ;-) Yes, you won't regret the Givi - best mod I made to the bike.
Hello. Just got a great deal on a leftover 2019 Vstrom 1000. (your partially responsible for the purchase😁) Lovin it... I'm 5'9" and have no problems with the stock window. Really enjoy your vlogs. Keep up the good work... 👍
Congrats on your strom! The deals right now are unreal - good timing on your part. Thanks for the feedback.
I actually have the same helmet and dl 1000 with the stock screen, I ride with my external shield up and internal down to prevent alot of the buffeting, ive been thinking about going with the givi
Seems to be a great combination for me. Cheers.
Excellent review! Getting one for my 390 Adv.
Thanks. How are you enjoying the 390?
Unreal I was thinkin looks like he is in Parksville ! You are ! small world ! I'm in Nanaimo ! cheers looking for a better screen for my new 2020 vstrom 650!
Yes and Island boy. Where are you? Cheers.
Good review mate with good clear info 👍👍
this review was just frckn awesome! Thanks!
Much appreciated!
I have an airflow windshield on my 2011 vstrom 650. I'm considering getting a 1000. Looks like I'll need to get a windshield too.
Amazingly a couple of people I've spoken too don't suffer from the stock shield, but I'm betting 90% of folks do. The shield was a must for me. Good luck.
Great review! Enjoyed the detail put into your video.
Cheers!
Just ordered one based on this review... 1🙂
Best bit of kit I've added to my bike. Cheers.
Its the air coming off the lower fairing that runs over your legs and up to your lower body to the helmet that makes the buffeting not the wind screen on a vstrom
Interesting. That is not my experience. I have changed the screen, and now I have no buffeting. There is no lower fairing on the 2014-2019 Gen 2 Vstrom to speak of.
Very helpful review, thanks a lot
Glad it was helpful. Cheers.
After this review I will buy one for my 2020 Moto Guzzi v85tt adventure
It will refine the Guzzi's airflow. Great bike, BTW. Cheers.
@@BlueMarbleRider yeah I cannot wait to receive it , I will install it instantly once in my hand ! The other evening I was riding back from shopping at sunset and the bugs were getting bad and them things felt like pellets! I’ve been spoiled riding my Harley Softail with its big quick release windscreen and I forgot how bad bugs can be to the face 😜
Great review and very good advise regarding wind screens. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
I don't know if you still have your V-Strom. Like you I found the OEM screen lacking and generates a lot of turbulence. If you still have the bike with the Airflow screen fitted, may I ask you to measure the internal distance between the two locking mechanisms. From your review it seems to have solved the turbulence and noise problem. However before I buy one I need to know if the locking mechanisms will impinge on the placement of my Sat Nav. Retailers just don't respond to my enquiries. Good video. Covers all the bases. Thanks
Hi, Neil: yes I still have the Vstrom. The distance between the locking mechanisms on the Airflow is 152mm or exactly 6 inches. Hope this helps.
@@BlueMarbleRider Thank You. Time to clip the GPS (Garmin Zumo XT) which is quite large WxHxD: 14.8 x 8.8 x 2.4 cm on the bracket and give it some thought. I would think you can see why I asked the question given the width of the GPS. Once again much appreciated.
I have one on my 2014 big Vee and it's brilliant. As you stated, very functional. Wonder if an airflow would fit on the new 2020 XT? I use an AIROH commander helmet and always have the main visor up. The Givi is worth every penny. Cheers BMR.
I'm sure the aftermarket crowd (Givi, Madstad, MRA, National etc.)will get shields out pretty quickly for the new gen Stroms.
I have the same Airoh helmet, but on my bike is Puig (I think the big one) wind shield. I'm not very excited about how it works. But I'm not sure is Givi will be better... Maybe someone try different wind shields? I know that the original Suzuki shield is terrible :)
Yes. Givi part # is AF3117
Best thing I ever did to my GS
This is one of the best reviews of any product I’ve ever seen, I do have a question though about your 12 V accessory outlet. It looks like your 12 V accessory outlet has been moved, is that true? And if so can you show how you moved it or why you moved it?
It is the OEM outlet with a dual usb plug in it. I haven't moved it, although others complain that it is too central and would prefer it on one side or the other: this is a 2014 model, and I can't remember if they subsequently moved it. Cheers.
Thanks for a great review, and nicely timed as I just upgraded my K4 650 to a 1000XL8. It's on order - ideas for a seat upgrade? I loved the Sargent on my 650...
Reckon you have more experience than me with on that one, R. I actually have the stocker on and, while it's not perfect, it works between gas stops for a while...then the inevitable day 1 numbbum sets in, and my wife gets a primo view of my gorgeous ass (whether she likes it or not) as I stand on the pegs for a few minutes. Check out the Vstrom Forum - they're pretty good about feedback and honest opinions.
Roger Brown I dont know where you're based but look online for cool covers,they're a UK company and the seat covers they make are the best I've had and I've tried a few over the years.
Hey. TY for the awesome review. Due to this video I bought the Givi AF. I ride a DL 1000 L6. I had no vibrations, my problem were the Noise behind the normal shield. Now it works how it should and it is much better than the 2 MRA xcreen I‘ve tried.
What’s your body size and what helmet Jack you worn for this video?
Cheers, and I'm glad GAF worked out. Helmet is medium for the Scorpion AT950; standard cheap Levalier mic plugged into a Gopro mic adapter.
Thanks for this. Very informative.
Glad it was helpful!
Great review cheers👍
Thanks for the excellent video. I'm trying to adapt this to a different moto but am unable to find a few key measurements that I need. One is the width and height of the Givi Airflow shield that slides up and down. Second is how wide apart are the two mounting points that secure the airflow to the shield behind it?
Like you I am trying to find out the internal measurement between the two mounting points as I want to make sure it does not impinge on my sat nav. Did you manage to find out this measurement? If so could you let me know. Cheers
Hi BMR. Can you tell me what do you think about the black and milky parts of that windshield? I wonder how much those affect the visibility.
For me, as I don't look through, but rather over the shield most of the time, they are irrelevant to my vision. The airstream is deflected up and over your helmet. The top of the screen on my bike is set at slightly above chin guard level. I can raise the screen much, much higher, but never need to. Even then, the milky portion/black areas would not affect the vision as only the bottom section is coloured that way, while the top shield is clear. Hope this helps. Cheers.
Another nice one BMR! What year is your Vstrom?
Thanks. It's a 2014, although I bought it in 2016.
Many thanks for your great review! I'm curious to know how it performs with just the lower screen without the extension? I have just bought a 2017 1000, has a small ish screen which is creating buffeting. Cheers.
If my memory serves me correctly, with just the lower screen on, it is rather like naked bike. Your head and shoulders are in clean air - no buffeting, with the lower shield deflecting some air to your mid chest area. Perfectly acceptable - particularly in hot weather. Cheers.
@@BlueMarbleRider Awesome, thank you so much! I added on a small windshield deflector but despite a small improvement I have had enough of the buffeting and will be buying a Givi Airflow, cheers.
Love your Videos ,could you please tell me if you are happy with your Enduro Helmet? And which one is this?
Thanks. Yes very happy. I've done a review on it here:
ruclips.net/video/ZI7Fik9wkWQ/видео.html
I'll only add that it is still holding up well (no rattles, loose parts or excessive wear). The only small niggle is the orange paint has perhaps lost some of its lustre (as red paint will do in the sun over a few years). It's a Scorpion EXO AT 950. Cheers.
Does anyone think this will fit or have experience with fitting this windscreen on a Triumph Trident 660? Do you think it would fit? May not look cool but I need real wind protection & that is more important for me than looking coolest at this point. I really love the design of this windscreen and it's adjustability.
I wouldn't think it will, unless they now make a specific one for the Trident 660. Perhaps one of the bigger companies (Puig, Madstad etc) will do an aftermarket?
This is the most likely option for me…but if you value air flow, ditch helmets with a peak
Yes, good advice. Unfortunately for me I ride most of the year, which includes when the days get shorter up here. I ride east in the morning, into the sun rise and a peak is the difference between seeing and not. Cheers.
Vancouver island!
Are you riding by Rathtrevor or Parksville on Vancouver Island ?
I haven't watched that vid for years, but I live very close, so it's highly likely! Cheers.
Thank you for this video :-)
Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers.
I have the new 800de and givi makes this for it. I am curious does it reduce wind. Noise in your helmet?
100% compared to the stock Vstrom 1000 oem stock screen. I can't comment on the 800DE version, except to say Givi usually do their homework before releasing a product.
@@BlueMarbleRider yea unfortunately I wasted money the oem tall windshield. Still get bugs on my face shield. I have a cheap Amazon extension I'm going to try first before I decide on the money for the givi
great review i bought one
Thanks - and you won't regret it. Cheers BMR.
you have a scorpion helmet like mine, how does the wind feel with the modular helmetin up position?
To be truthful I never ride with the chin bar up, but there's no pull on the peak at any speed, so I imagine the chin bar up would be absolutely fine. You are in a bubble of calm air. Cheers.
Can you install it on a naked bike without fairings or headlight housing? I.e. a sv650
That would be tough - you'd need to get some fairing mounting arms fabricated and somehow attach them to the headlight (not the handlebar for safety reasons). I'd look for something made for the SV. Cheers.
will this Givi airflow hinder the fitting of a Touratech lockable mount?
Not sure, Raymond. Which lockable mount is that?
Your overall height isn't the issue it's your body length.
Yes, I think I mention I'm about average 33-34 inch inseam and average body length.
Yes, I think I mention I'm about average 33-34 inch inseam and average body length.
Thanks for this video would you mind telling me what height you are, thanks?
I am 6 feet tall, 34 inch inseam. Cheers.
@@BlueMarbleRider I’m 6ft 5 inches and I’ve just recently bought the givi one piece screen which although it is much bigger than the standard screen is still giving me a bit of buffeting, I might try this one, thanks for the reply.
I’m very disappointed with mine, I have one on my VStrom 650.
I’m 6’ and it still buffets like crazy even on the highest setting, I ordered a puig clip on, no idea if it will help or not.
I'm sorry to hear that. It is the first I have heard a negative review on the Airflow, albeit on a 650. I am over 6 foot and don't notice any buffet on the 1000; however, on my 650 vstrom I had a Madstad single shield which was quite good. Good luck.
@@BlueMarbleRider The Puig clip on solved the buffeting. I can have the airflow on the lowest setting and it’s better than it was on its highest setting.
Good to know - I'll pass that on to others. Thanks for the feedback. Cheers.
Looks the goods!
it more than does the trick. Cheers.
can somebody tell me how much cm is givi higher than original in the lowest position pls.v strom 1000 xt 2019.
Depends which one you get, and being adjustable both on the mounts and with the top slider shield, it can be adjusted: 50cm height (12 cm of extension) width 44cm.
@@BlueMarbleRider tnx the thing is it can not fit to parking if it is more than 5 cm bigger than original in lowest position.
What is the name of the wind shield
Givi Airflow.
Thanks!
No problem.
I would like to point out to all your viewers that I have the same Scorpion helmet as you and on the Versys I just sold the buffeting was enough to cause the same headache you described getting with your stock V-Storm windscreen. Before I started looking for a different windscreen I tried my old Shoei XD4 which is also a peaked helmet. Problem solved.
Something you may try in the future is a different helmet than your Scorpion. Certainly a non-peaked helmet will be much quieter with less buffeting but as with my Shoei XD4, you will probably find another helmet can do as much for your riding comfort as a new windscreen. Now helmets are NOT cheap and it is nearly impossible to try before you buy but if you find yourself with a bike you love but cannot get airflow managed, try a different helmet. I love the look and functionality of my Scorpion but airflow on my Versys was not acceptable.
So that bike got sold for many other reasons and as soon as I sell my GS (long story but what an unreliable bike for $25k (USD). The new V-Strom may require a new windscreen but I’ll make certain to try different helmets as well.
Nice review.
Great point, Greg. Unfortunately for me, all three of my helmets (Scorpion included) were wickidly buffeted by the stock Vstrom shield. But that is certainly sage advice. I have had viewers tell me they've had no problem with the stock shield, so there is some truth to what you are saying. Cheers.
@@BlueMarbleRider I did not realize you have more than one helmet but that clearly indicates the problem lies with the windscreen.
great
Worst screen I ever experienced was from a 2012 Kawasai Versys......
BRUTAL
Sounds bad. Happy I never had the pleasure. The Stroms was bad enough.
How tall are you?
I am 6 foot or 183cm.
@@BlueMarbleRider I have same givi airflow. It looks like I will need madstad bracket(120$) or go thru CalSci and get taller windsceeen. I'm 186-187cm(6.1ft).
@@tryharder3214 Good luck, TH. I hope it works out for you. Cheers.
The shield works great but scratches way to easy.
Good to know!
Great help all round with reaching for the glory .. That sticker hides their stupid ugly adverts - all in all not bad at all now. Looks properly inventorly..