Member Contributer swimmer Posted January 16, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted January 16, 2010 GIVI has a new rack available for the 6th gen. It's a quick release rack for use with the PLX cases (V35). It supposed to hug the rear closer than the standard PLX rack. (although I did mod mine a bit to bring things in closer) I can't find any pictures of it yet. Although I leave my cases on all the time I would like a better option of getting them off fast without leaving behind an exposed rack. Anyone have any additional data on this? I emailed twisted throttle hoping to get more info. I'll probably call GIVI USA on monday. My link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Gerrys02800 Posted January 16, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted January 16, 2010 I purchased the V35 with the quick release system. It is currently in the back order status with a release date of Jan 20/10. I can post photos/mounting directions when I get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpd211 Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 I've got them on mine. I will run out and snap some pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpd211 Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 This is where i ordered from http://www.sporttour.com/ Check them out. Best prices i could find and free shipping too. Plus the customer service is great. Part of my order was backordered and they offered to next day air it for free if i was in a hurry. These will work with the top case bracket FZ166. I have that also but it isn't installed in the pics. The PLX-166 is the non removable and the PLX-R-166 is what is pictured below. This pic is with the brackets (PLX-R) installed. Looks pretty clean This pic is with the case bracket installed. The black bolt looking things are the mounting points. The PLX-R comes with the tool to attach. Quarter turn on each and they snap in place. Pretty slick. Rear view of the brackets. The piece below the plate is supposed to be bolted onto the factory plate location. With the fe kit there is no where for it to bolt to. Looking at the factory fender it would not support much weight. I believe this piece is here mainly to have the two cases push against each other. Side view with the case on Rear view with the case on. Sorry about only one case and crappy quality of pic. But with where bike is in the garage its the best i could do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer DougFromIndy Posted January 16, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted January 16, 2010 Looks Nice. Wow, the inside of your exhaust is even shiny. Today is warm for Jan and Greensburg closeby. PM if you want to get that rwb vfr dirty. thanks, Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpd211 Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 Looks Nice. Wow, the inside of your exhaust is even shiny. Today is warm for Jan and Greensburg closeby. PM if you want to get that rwb vfr dirty. thanks, Doug lol inside of exhaust is shiny cause it only has 800 miles on it. Got it in Dec as a hold over. I would love to ride but putting 2 9 year olds on with me is a problem We will have to hook up when the roads are a bit less sandy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer swimmer Posted January 16, 2010 Author Member Contributer Share Posted January 16, 2010 gpd211, does the piece that ties the two sides together (below the plate) come off when you "quick release" the system? From those pictures, the cases do not seem to fit closer to the exhausts than my modified version of the PLX rack. Thanks a lot for posting those pictures. Unless you've had the cases on another motorcycle they seem like a new acquisition for you. After 3 years of owning mine and near daily use I can tell you they hold up very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpd211 Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 the piece below the plate is supposed to be mounted behind the plate and would remain on the bike with the stock fender. on my bike it comes off and the two tabs in the first pic are all that are on my bike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 How does the top connector fit on the seat cowl? From your pics it looks like its attached to the grab handle?? Thanks Nevermind - found the instructions in another post..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 the piece below the plate is supposed to be mounted behind the plate and would remain on the bike with the stock fender. on my bike it comes off and the two tabs in the first pic are all that are on my bike Does that piece (below the plate) come with the kit? I have a fender eliminator and none of the original factor rear fender stuff. I already have the Givi Monolock E370 mounted and works well but need the V35's and want the removable mounting. If not I will have to fabricate something. Just wondering, Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrwaustralia Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Hi Guys and Girls, My GIVI V35 (G730) Side Cases and GIVI PLXR166 Quick Release Mounts just arrived today (10th Sept) straight from Italy ... far cheaper than buying in Australia or the USA. I saved over AUD $400.00 after the shipping costs .... over the basic black V35 cases and PLX166 mounts ... and these are the more expensive V35 G730 cases and the more expensive PLXR 166 mounts which would of added another AUD $280.00 I have found the instructions very straight forth and easy to follow, but these are "2008 VFR800 Instructions" and not the 2002-2008 VFR800 Instructions found else where ... maybe GIVI has changed their instructions after negative comments received prior ?? Took a few inital photo's and will add more once mounted to bike. Warren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer TexOz Posted September 10, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted September 10, 2010 Hi Guys and Girls, My GIVI V35 (G730) Side Cases and GIVI PLXR166 Quick Release Mounts just arrived today (10th Sept) straight from Ital ... far cheaper than buying in Australia or the USA. Took a few inital photo's and will add more once mounted to bike. Warren Sad isn't it that it's cheaper to buy things O/S on the net than it is to purchase from local Australian distributers. I'd like to buy locally but these days I'm far more likely to purchase off the net than buy at the local dealer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 gpd211, Nice write up I am going to purchase the same setup up I had one question being quick release is there any worry of someone stealing the bags/rack? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer kaldek Posted March 1, 2011 Member Contributer Share Posted March 1, 2011 Sad isn't it that it's cheaper to buy things O/S on the net than it is to purchase from local Australian distributers. I'd like to buy locally but these days I'm far more likely to purchase off the net than buy at the local dealer! Sorry to say it, but the scumbag distributors in Australia who've had it their way for a long time deserve everything that's coming to them. Just witness the fact that tyres from JakeWilson.com are HALF the price it costs in Australia, including FedEx shipping! Asshats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormShadow Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Sad isn't it that it's cheaper to buy things O/S on the net than it is to purchase from local Australian distributers. I'd like to buy locally but these days I'm far more likely to purchase off the net than buy at the local dealer! Sorry to say it, but the scumbag distributors in Australia who've had it their way for a long time deserve everything that's coming to them. Just witness the fact that tyres from JakeWilson.com are HALF the price it costs in Australia, including FedEx shipping! Asshats. nice write up im deciding, and saving either for a pair of these, or a set of oem honda white ones that match the bike, which i think i can get from teh uk for 800 + 200 shipping. i supose these are around the 600 buck mark? as for oz being a rip off, yes, we have teh highest taxed country int he world and ontop of that, they like to make a very healthy proffit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Terminex Posted March 2, 2011 Member Contributer Share Posted March 2, 2011 anyone know if these mounts will work with the factory bags? I like the quick release aspect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer vanion2 Posted March 2, 2011 Member Contributer Share Posted March 2, 2011 anyone know if these mounts will work with the factory bags? I like the quick release aspect. Honda OEM cases are not compatible with the Givi after market brackets (even though both are made by Givi). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer 2thdr Posted March 3, 2011 Member Contributer Share Posted March 3, 2011 Ugh! I hate threads like this! Now my old Givis and rack look tired and pathetic compared to this new system. Oh well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 Ugh! I hate threads like this! Now my old Givis and rack look tired and pathetic compared to this new system. Oh well... Well I just finished installing the new rack with the quick disconnects (PLXR166) and I had to do some modifications to the rear bracket and the rear light and license plate holder. This was not a big issue as i like tinkering but not a straight bolt on application. Rack without the bags are not bad looking but take off the rack and it is extremly clean looking, however I am not sure how many times i would yank off the rack maybe for a track day. Still nice to have the option. I am going to get in the first ride with the new bags on the commute tomorrow, we shall see if i notice any difference in the handling. My biggest concern is the width (she's got a fat a$$ now, right at 40 inches from the outside of the bags) this should be fine for most with the exception of lane splitting (I love this about California). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted March 4, 2011 Member Contributer Share Posted March 4, 2011 Ugh! I hate threads like this! Now my old Givis and rack look tired and pathetic compared to this new system. Oh well... Me too I all ready have a set up factory bags but really like the Givi's !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpd211 Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 gpd211, Nice write up I am going to purchase the same setup up I had one question being quick release is there any worry of someone stealing the bags/rack? Thanks in advance. You have to use the key to get the bag off. The rack "key" is a large triangle with a handle. I suppose if someone wanted to wedge a screwdriver in there they could steal the rack. The bags block the removal of the rack so they are going to do more damage than it's worth. Besides aren't all VFR riders fine upstanding citizens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer The mailman Posted December 29, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted December 29, 2012 That is the most informative "how to" video, verbally as well as visually, that I've ever seen. Thanks for your pics and the video link. I've got the Givi Tank lock tank tag with up to 22 liters and the Givi Blade top trunk with 47 liters for a total of 69 liters of storage. My original plan was to get the V35 hard bags but I found a great deal on the trunk and couldn't pass it up. I might be good with what I have since I usually travel solo and pack very light. Adding those hard bags would give me Buick-class storage ability! I need to do a practice-pack just to see where I stand. My '97 VFR had a tank bag, soft saddle bags, + a JCWhitney trunk that was usually empty with the exception of my BIG atlas and some tennis shoes. Seeing the width of those bags mounted seems like that would really eat into your gas mileage and act like a sail in severe cross winds. Who knows, maybe I'll still get them and then I could pack everything I own! Thanks again - great write-up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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