melensdad
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I think ROX risers are the typical solution
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My point is not to bash the NC, as it was not designed for riding unimproved roads. I’m just saying that with the limited suspension travel available, the weight, and the little 17” front wheel, the NC will be quite limited for that purpose, even if you pour $1500 worth of mods into it.
+1 on that one. I do agree that NC700 is not a dirt bike at all. Yes, you can do anything with it. It all depends on your skill and on your butt's comfort level. NC is the best commuter and that is where it excels. The suspension is way too harsh for even minor off road use and the bike is not that comfy for long hauls. I took it to sand, gravel, dirt, grass and even some mud on stock tires and stock suspension. I also took it for some long rides across multiple states. It did OK, but not even close to what CFR, KLR or similar can do. And, honestly, I dont understand when people start spending lots of cash on off-road upgrades for NC. For 2k you can get a used dirt street legal dedicated off-road bike you will have a blast with. I ended up getting a Tiger for long travels and some off road usage. Might still keep the NC for commuting since I got it so cheap and it is just a good working horse.
I scored a great deal on a pair of Givi Trekker Outback 42 liter side cases for $444 from twisted throttle. It was too good a deal to pass up. They had a pair of 37 liter on sale for $430. No rack yet and no top trunk... that can wait for a bargain as well.I would look at minimum 36 liter side cases and a 42-52 liter top box for versatility in traveling and camping. I toured the first trips on the 2012 NC with a 46 liter top box and a large roll-top dry bag. Only later did I add a pair of 36 liter panniers (side cases). If Givi, I suggest MonoKey and not MonoLock items.
SW Motech Alu Rack with a Givi adapter plate make up the luggage rack, with SW Motech quick detach luggage racks for the side cases. I had a Givi top box mount on 1111FZ Mono Rack Arms and PL1111 luggage racks on the first NC. All SW Mo Tech stuff on the second one.
Here is a forum search with lots of ideas: https://www.nc700-forum.com/forum/search.php?searchid=2350196&pp=&page=4
Lots of pics: https://www.nc700-forum.com/forum/n...onda-nc700x-saddlebags.html?highlight=luggage
That is a crazy good price on the Trekker boxes. You got a great deal.
So you are clearly setting up you NC for some long distance travel. What are your plans? Dream trips?
A little update... So Far I have installed 1) Madstad 18" Windshield, 2) Center Stand, 3) Aux Flashing Brake light, 4) Handle Bar Risers, 5) Givi Hand Protectors.
There was a little snafu with the Givi Trekker Outback cases. I ordered a pair of 48 ltr. side cases from Twisted Throttle at a sale price of $444. I was shipped a repackaged single case... Well, they were immediately contacted and made aware of the issue. I sent the case back and they are supposed to ship me what I originally ordered. Still waiting on word about the new cases being shipped. Hoping they make it right even though it is going to cost them some money since they have to buy from the manufacture... at somewhat a higher price. Their mistake, not mine. As soon as I get word they have been shipped, I will order the mounting racks (Christmas gift from the wife).
Have any of you installed a rear fender? After taking it out on some dirt roads, I noticed lots of debris on the rear shock, chain, and swing arm... How much does the rear fender help? Apparently there are two... one fits just behind the frame... the other fits under the tail piece. Are both needed or is one better than the other?
Today the Givi 48 liter side cases arrived! I'm happy! The task in front of me now is ordering the racks for the side cases and the top rack for the 42 liter top box that I will eventually order.
What's not to clear is the tail "plate" that the 42 liter Trekker Outback case mates with. On one of the Givi sites it mentions several plates and they look so different, it has done nothing to answer questions about my application.
If there is an NC rider out there with the Trekker Outback top case, please let me know which top plate it mates with so I can get my order in. (Most dealers are closed on Monday... called several to seek an answer and came up empty).
Thanks!