Abstract: A fairing for a motorcycle has a windshield attached thereto, this windshield having a central portion which is fixedly attached to the fairing and side wing portions which are hinged to the central portion to form articulated units. The articulated side windshield portions are connected to the steering column of the motorcycle on which the fairing is mounted through a suitable coupling mechanism and cable, such that when the steering column is turned one way or the other, an appropriate one of the side window portions is rotated outwardly to avoid interference with the handlebar. This enables the placement of the fairing and the windshield closer to the rider, thereby affording improved protection from the wind. Further, the fairing is shaped with downwardly deflecting scoops which deflect the air stream downwardly in a manner such as to minimize wind resistance.