Madstad Adjustable Windshield System for BMW F650GS / F800GS 2008 & 2023
NOT COMPATIBLE WITH F800GSA (ADVENTURE) MODEL
Transform your ride
Madstad’s patented system allows riders to adjust the height and angle of their motorcycle windshield resulting in much smoother airflow, better wind protection and a more comfortable ride than any fixed windshield can provide.
What's included
Our complete drop-in system is custom-made for the BMW F650GS/800GS and includes everything needed to mount and position the shield. Your bike will not require any modification.
- Black aluminum base plate (replaces the stock windshield)
- A set of Madstad adjustable brackets
- Acrylic windshield
- Pair of acrylic side deflectors
- All required mounting hardware
The Madstad base plate replaces your stock shield and our adjustable brackets bolt to this new base. With the shield separated from the fairing it scoops air up underneath which is critical for eliminating vacuum and turbulence. You can then adjust the new shield for height and angle to dial in the most comfortable airflow, allowing you to ride in total comfort while looking over the top of the shield at any speed.
NOTE: This system WILL NOT WORK on the Adventure version of the GS because the extra metal bar that holds up the factory tall shield is in the way of our bracket system.
All Madstad windshields are made from 3/16" (4.5 mm) thick cast acrylic.
Riding is believing
With the windshield separated from the bike riders now have control over the height and angle of the shield to eliminate the vacuum that is the primary cause of most turbulence. The result? Smooth airflow placed exactly where it’s desired. You can actually get better wind protection with our smaller adjustable shield and look over it rather than through it while comfortably enjoying an open view of the road, at any speed.
Color & sizing
All our windshields come in three color options (clear, medium gray and dark gray), as well as multiple sizes. Here are our best guidelines for measuring to find your optimal windshield size:
How to measure video: https://youtu.be/biFx4_vVGG4
1) Review provided photo to determine the measuring point on the bike.
2) Measure up from the measuring point, maintaining the angle of the forks (two wheeled vehicles, 55-60 degrees for other models).
3) Select the windshield size that will be aligned to mouth level.
All of our adjustable brackets have at least 2" of up down range to fine tune the fit and about 15 degrees of angle adjustment used to dial in clean air.
Returns & exchanges
See our return/exchange policy details under FAQs, and buy with confidence.
Customer Testimonial
"I want to tell you that I absolutely love your system. Finding the sweet spot was fairly easy and gave me all the wind protection I hoped for. Then I tried the winglets and Wow, what a great accessory! Everything even clears the huge Highway Dirt Bike handguards, which I did not think any windshield would be able to do. Wonderful! I am very pleased with both your product and customer service and I won't be afraid to tell others!"
- Ken W., Newbury Park, CA
Madstad Adjustable Windshield System for BMW F650GS / F800GS 2008 & 2023
NOT COMPATIBLE WITH F800GSA (ADVENTURE) MODEL
Transform your ride
Madstad’s patented system allows riders to adjust the height and angle of their motorcycle windshield resulting in much smoother airflow, better wind protection and a more comfortable ride than any fixed windshield can provide.
What's included
Our complete drop-in system is custom-made for the BMW F650GS/800GS and includes everything needed to mount and position the shield. Your bike will not require any modification.
- Black aluminum base plate (replaces the stock windshield)
- A set of Madstad adjustable brackets
- Acrylic windshield
- Pair of acrylic side deflectors
- All required mounting hardware
The Madstad base plate replaces your stock shield and our adjustable brackets bolt to this new base. With the shield separated from the fairing it scoops air up underneath which is critical for eliminating vacuum and turbulence. You can then adjust the new shield for height and angle to dial in the most comfortable airflow, allowing you to ride in total comfort while looking over the top of the shield at any speed.
NOTE: This system WILL NOT WORK on the Adventure version of the GS because the extra metal bar that holds up the factory tall shield is in the way of our bracket system.
All Madstad windshields are made from 3/16" (4.5 mm) thick cast acrylic.
Riding is believing
With the windshield separated from the bike riders now have control over the height and angle of the shield to eliminate the vacuum that is the primary cause of most turbulence. The result? Smooth airflow placed exactly where it’s desired. You can actually get better wind protection with our smaller adjustable shield and look over it rather than through it while comfortably enjoying an open view of the road, at any speed.
Color & sizing
All our windshields come in three color options (clear, medium gray and dark gray), as well as multiple sizes. Here are our best guidelines for measuring to find your optimal windshield size:
How to measure video: https://youtu.be/biFx4_vVGG4
1) Review provided photo to determine the measuring point on the bike.
2) Measure up from the measuring point, maintaining the angle of the forks (two wheeled vehicles, 55-60 degrees for other models).
3) Select the windshield size that will be aligned to mouth level.
All of our adjustable brackets have at least 2" of up down range to fine tune the fit and about 15 degrees of angle adjustment used to dial in clean air.
Returns & exchanges
See our return/exchange policy details under FAQs, and buy with confidence.
Customer Testimonial
"I want to tell you that I absolutely love your system. Finding the sweet spot was fairly easy and gave me all the wind protection I hoped for. Then I tried the winglets and Wow, what a great accessory! Everything even clears the huge Highway Dirt Bike handguards, which I did not think any windshield would be able to do. Wonderful! I am very pleased with both your product and customer service and I won't be afraid to tell others!"
- Ken W., Newbury Park, CA
THE MOST COMFORTABLE WIND PROTECTION A MOTORCYCLE CAN HAVE
D
Received the windshield ot was nicely packaged all the parts were wrapped and protected. It was incredibly easy to install four screws secure the old windshield new bracket attaches at those same screws put it on and was riding in less than 10 min. Adjusts easily and works perfectly. Very happy with my purchase.
W
I just purchased my second MedStad windshield system and I have to say I'm disappointed I have a 2015 and a 2013 victory cross country The first One shield I ordered I ordered without the cutout on the bottom but now that's no longer an option. I don't understand why that's not an option when the windshield sets a couple inches off the fairing of the motorcycle I would much rather have that cut out on the bottom of the windshield filled in like the first windshield that I bought I would think it would be easier not to cut that cut out out from the factory. I don't understand why this is not an option anymore. I love the system itself but I don't care for the look of the new windshields with the cut out on the bottom. Again it doesn't make sense when the windshield sits and itch or so off the fairing I would rather my windshield come down to a nice sleak point that they used to offer.
J
Look no further.. this will solve all your concerns. Had the brackets on previous
Had bikes and they were outstanding...this one is even better
j
good quality super fast shipping brackets a bit flimsy and a bit over priced
Thank you for leaving your review John. We're glad that you found the quality to be good and were happy with the turnaround time. The brackets are constructed using stainless steel and are designed to provide rigidity for conditions. Naturally, there is intended flex at the mount points for vibration and shared load reasons. But if you're seeing significant unwanted movement or a flimsy feeling, here's a suggestion...
Check the screw and nut assembly on each bracket. These are located below the turn knobs and are what keeps the tops and bottoms of the brackets together.
The tension setting from the factory allows for up/down and angle movement, so they are not fully tightened. Normally, the turn knobs will also tighten up the brackets enough to prevent movement, but if you still find some, you can go back and tighten the screw and nut using a #4 Allen tool and 10mm crescent wrench. Only do this though after you've settled upon the best performing windshield height and angle setting. This way you will only need to tighten once.
Please contact us support@madstad.com should you have any questions.
Madstad Support Team
S
I wanted a windscreen for my (2025) DR650 that would provide good protection for highway slogs but would also fold out of the way once I hit dirt. There aren't many options available that meet those two criteria. I (obviously) went with the Madstad.
I chose the 18" screen and that's a good height for me. [I'm 6' but have a short torso and sit low on a motorcycle.] There's a ton of adjustment but that's a double-edged sword. It took me forever to find The Perfect Setting (tm) but at least there is one! And once you find it, mark the extensions so you can get back to it. The installation was easy, BTW.
I read a couple forum posts claiming the extensions were flimsy. I disagree. I've already ridden through some gnarsty (eastern) Colorado winds and the screen did just fine.