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    Transalp XL650V buffeting

    The only real complaint I have with my Transalp has been the buffeting in the form of a side to side 'head wobble' when riding 2 up if Mrs TG starts looking around.

    After a lot of experimentation with coroflute extentions and spoilers tacked on to the std screen it looked like the MRA Vario screen was the thing to have. Unfortunately after importing it it made no difference 2 up but is great riding alone. The adjustable spoiler at the top of the screen does deflect the airstream to suit. In heavy rain it can be adjusted so very little hits the visor. Great!

    About a month before the Pissed Penguin I ordered a Givi Touring screen. It eventually arrived about 3 weeks ago. It works really well riding alone and has quietened the wind noise around the helmet. Today we tried it 2 up while visiting friends in Chch via Gebbies pass, Summit Road, Dyers pass Rd etc. What a difference, not a hint of buffeting at all. Awesome!

    Obviously there are a lot of variables and everyone is different, however if you have a buffeting problem with a Transalp the Givi screen is well worth a try. Anybody want a MRA Vario screen for their TA? Cheers, Tim.
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    Will it go on the 600?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Skinny_Birdman View Post
    Will it go on the 600?
    Nup. The 600 is a totally different design in the fairing and screen. T.
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    Transalp Screen

    I have a 2005 TA and rarely carry a pillion. Wind buffeting is an issue. What is your screen worth and would it fit my bike?

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    Hi Grant, It will fit any 650 Transalp. It will fit your bike.
    There's some info in this link. http://www.techtransalp.co.uk/info.html (click on 'screens' to the left) I've never had buffeting problems when riding on my own with the original screen, the MRA or the current Givi. You can certainly tell the difference with the MRA screen spoiler set to different heights - where the windstream hits your shoulders or helmet varies. Seemed to deflect heavy rain well. The results with all screens seem to vary from rider to rider, no doubt due to different height, posture and helmet variables. I'm not tall at 5'9" and have short legs. I have the optional Honda lower seat and a Nolan 102 flip front helmet. I'll PM you re $'s. Cheers Tim.

    Quote Originally Posted by Old Grant View Post
    I have a 2005 TA and rarely carry a pillion. Wind buffeting is an issue. What is your screen worth and would it fit my bike?
    Sometimes you wish it was easier, but if it was, everyone else would do it, then you remember you don't want to be like everybody else!

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