top case

[GrimReaper]

 As longer i look at my bike as far i get from the idea of makin' it a cafe racer.As a matter of fact now i want to put even a top case.Does someone attach a top case to his bike if yes what brand,model etc.

 http://www.ritmo-sereno.com/usedbike/index.html

 Check this airheads.Simply the best lookin i've ever seen.Especially the black r65

[Lucky_Lou]

Personally im built for comfort not speed....
Lou

[GrimReaper]

Sorry Lou it was early in the morning.What i meant was now i dont want to make it cafe.Now i am going to screen it for more wind protection and put a top case

[NC Steve]

If you're interested in a good solid top case that's also inexpensive, you might want to check out this seller on Ebay.

http://shop.ebay.com/cruiserbackrest/m.html?_nkw=top+box&_sacat=0&_trksid=p3911.m270.l1313&_odkw=&_osacat=0

They have a line of cases that are basically Givi clones, at much lower prices. I've bought from them twice and have been very happy with the deals so far, and the quality is quite good as well.
Check 'em out  [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

[GrimReaper]

thank you Steve.i saw them a couple of months ago,but i was not sure about the quality.Its good to know that someone is happy with them

[Rob Valdez 79 R65]

If you're interested in a good solid top case that's also inexpensive, you might want to check out this seller on Ebay.
http://shop.ebay.com/cruiserbackrest/m.html?_nkw=top+box&_sacat=0&_trksid=p3911.m270.l1313&_odkw=&_osacat=0
They have a line of cases that are basically Givi clones, at much lower prices. I've bought from them twice and have been very happy with the deals so far, and the quality is quite good as well.
Check 'em out  [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

The way you had that search set up, I though his username was going to be "topoftheheaptopboxes"!

[Semper Gumby]

Hi SincityR65,

I started with a Givi E46 top-case and then went with the E52.  I attached it with a Givi universal plate to the Krauser Luggage rack on my R65.  

With these top-cases on you will need to re-inforce the rack assembly.  I welded two bars from the back of Krauser rack to the back end of the short luggage rack.  This creates a rigid triangle.  Also I had some of the welds brazed when they cracked.  Since this has been done I have had no problems.

If you get the Givi - or any top-case - DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO ADD ANOTHER BRAKE LIGHT.  The Givi top cases have this option.  You cannot put a price on this extremely important safety item.  Get the built in brake light!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I'll post picks of my modified rack when I get home Sunday.

Sincerely,

[steve_wicks]

For my GIVI I made a simple carrier from flat strip .... it allows the panier frames to be used as well but I removed the tail piece from the seat as I didn't want the box too far back.

[Semper Gumby]

I forgot I was supposed to post these pictures.  For the record I have the one piece Krauser Rack Assembly.  It has be reinforced at most of the joints with brazing and extra bars have been added to support the top case.

I used the Givi Universal plates to attach the E52 topcase and the panniers.

[Lucky_Lou]

Unusual seat there Bill.....
Lou

[Semper Gumby]

Russel Daylong.  Protects my boney (ahem) butt.

(expensive - worth every penny - except for the backrest which I don't use)