ninjadoc Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Can the givi top case rack be attached along with OEM side case mounts ? Which do you think is a good size box for vfr 800, 46 52 or 55? Thx for the suggestion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmythecop Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 All depends... this is the visual difference among E21, E28 and E360 bags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjadoc Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 Thx Timmy, guess its matter of perspective. Was wondering if 55 would look too large for the vfr And I never rode with top cases before, a big heavy one will affect handling ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpd211 Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 I have the 55 on the rear of mine. It is nice to have all the room. The side bags are givi on mine though so I don't know about fitting with oem. You can't tell they are back there when riding. It doesn't weigh as much as a passenger would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer NorthernVFRDave Posted June 24, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted June 24, 2012 No you can't use OEM side bags with a Givi top case, I've already looked in to it. This sucks as Givi makes the OEM boxes for Honda and Honda has discontinued the OEM boxes for 6th gens last spring. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjadoc Posted June 25, 2012 Author Share Posted June 25, 2012 thx for the advice guys, i almost bought a givi topcase :( i guess the only option to do topcase will be to get oem honda ones which is gonna cost an arm and a leg ..dang :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 I use a 46L top box with the OEM luggage. I can't find the name of the rack I use but it was about $120 from Germany. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 Here is a picture of the rack in question. It mounts with the stock grab rails and does not interfere with stock side cases in any way. Sorry for the lack of information. I usually keep all my paperwork but cannot find the links for where I ordered this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 Ok, it is the "Five Stars Rack" and a quick 'google' found a UK site that still sells them, if anyone is interested. http://www.getgeared.co.uk/Motorcycle_Parts/FIVE_STARS_Motorcycle_Luggage_Side_Racks ( Or you can just buy mine, with an '06 VFR attached to it! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjadoc Posted June 28, 2012 Author Share Posted June 28, 2012 thx kbyte, but i guess they dont carry vfr top case any more :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lex500 Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 Try this one from Twisted Throttle in the US. http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/7486/ The 3rd page of the instructions shows the mounting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjadoc Posted July 4, 2012 Author Share Posted July 4, 2012 Thx lex, will give it a try hopefully the bolt and nut they provide will be sufficient length for both the mounts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Frogfoot Posted July 4, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted July 4, 2012 Sorry can't help you with the side cases query, I never got them. I only have the factory top box which is the same as one Givi model. I don't find it very noticeable when loaded and riding. You do have to be mindful of the extra weight when parking (especially if you need to push the bike out of where you're parked, so always park so you can ride away). Oh and watch out if you're on the centre stand as it is easier to rock the bike back onto the wheel if you're mucking about at the top box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 I've never liked the Doppler Radar look of these trunks, but guess they work well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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