Experimental mounting of a Givi Topcase

[BerndM]

I don't really care for the looks of a topcase mounted to a tailrack because it makes the bike look way out of balance with the case so high and so farrrr back there.
So I temporarily used adjustable nylon straps and strapped the Givi base plate directly to my rear seat in such a way that the seat will still properly latch and unlatch and swing up and lock there as well. The case does NOT touch the rear fender when tilted back.
I haven't had a chance to ride with it yet because of the high winds we are currently having, but it is really solid on there and it might just make a really good back rest.
I'll let you know how that works out.
I think I like the appearance and it will even better after I paint the case lid to match the bike.

 

[670cc]

I think the top box looks a lot better in that location. If you mounted it to Dale's passenger seat rack it would be perfect.

 

[L.B.S.]

I think the top box looks a lot better in that location. If you mounted it to Dale's passenger seat rack it would be perfect.

+1

Are you old enough to remember the GL500 Silverwing? (back when a Silverwing was a motorcycle and not scooter, lol)

They had optional OEM accessory mounts to replace and/or add on to the rear seat for luggage. I always thought it was a cool idea.

 

[SergeantChuck]

I think the top box looks a lot better in that location. If you mounted it to Dale's passenger seat rack it would be perfect.

That is an awesome idea. It would be cool if Dale could modify the plate so it mounts easily but I'm sure there is a differnet route that could be taken. I have the OEM topbox and would surely mount it closer if possible.

 

[670cc]

If you buy a Givi Monolock top box it comes with a flat universal mount plate that would bolt right onto Dale's rack.

 

[BerndM]

Thanks for the responses guys.
The main reason I did what I did was 3 fold
1) I'm a cheap bastard
2) I LOVE to experiment
3) I can remove the entire case and mounting plate in under a minute and still have a rear seat.
Oh, and did I mention I'm a cheap bastard???

 

[VE258]

i like the idea too,but i think there is a bit room to move it further back. just an inch or so. you might find yourself uncomfortable, cause now it's look too close to your back

other than that-great. buy can of paint and paint the case top in either red or that matte grey as a frame. i believe rustoleum have almost same exact color(see my home made tool tubes color)

 

[670cc]

Thanks for the responses guys.
The main reason I did what I did was 3 fold
1) I'm a cheap bastard
2) I LOVE to experiment
3) I can remove the entire case and mounting plate in under a minute and still have a rear seat.
Oh, and did I mention I'm a cheap bastard???

I don't believe it. If you were cheap you'd have an old 1980s motorcycle, not a fairly new NC700X.

Don't call yourself cheap. It sounds better to say you're parsimonious (yes, look that one up).

 

[showkey]

If you were truly cheap................you would be using a milk crate, instead of the givi box.

 

[ziggie]

If you were truly cheap................you would be using a milk crate, instead of the givi box.

I have one and tried it,just for kicks and giggles.

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[Mike Cash]

I don't believe it. If you were cheap you'd have an old 1980s motorcycle, not a fairly new NC700X.

Don't call yourself cheap. It sounds better to say you're parsimonious (yes, look that one up).

I look forward to October every year. I sure do love some some good delicious ripe parsimons and that's the only time of year we get them.

(I'm not parsimonious; I'm penurious). (And, yes, that was a correctly used semicolon).

 

[Fuzzy]

Made this top case for my son's Scout. Low cost but looks good.

 

[BerndM]

If you were truly cheap................you would be using a milk crate, instead of the givi box.

hahahaha
You're right BUT did you notice in the pic I posted what is directly in front of the headlight?
Yep, an honest to God 30 year old square Foremost Milkcrate. Too bad its orange and not red
LOL