Which one should I choose?

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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Rockburner wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 9:07 am
Depends on the bike - some are actually more stable with a topbox! My Rocksters have all been a little weavy at speed with just the panniers on, but stable as a rock with the topbox on.
Really DOES depend on the bike. My XJ weaves slightly at motorways speed solo with the top box on it, but is fine with box and passenger... or my aging Givi FastPack which is a kind of giant tail hump which straps over the passenger seat and rack.
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Taipan wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 11:16 am Anyone know about topboxes and fittings tell me if that rack only takes a Yamaha topbox? It looks like it clips in and locks to the rack itself rather than fit plate onto it? :?:
Most cheapy topboxes come with a universal plate that you bolt to the rack that the top box then clips into. Not as pretty as the bespoke box but then you won't be lightening your wallet to the same extent.

I have two topboxes, one a medium size that I prefer for, and a bigger one that holds the Mrs's shoe and handbag collection when we're on a bike trip. The first attaches by a universal rack. The latter clips to the locking prong on the universal bit but purely by luck the front actually fits into the slots on the Yamaha XJ6 rack!
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Need to get yerself a 1200gs - one turn of the key and top box is removed, simples 😁
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Topbox it. You can take it off. The practicality is aces. Also, if you enjoy riding the bike, make sure it does what you want to do so you keep riding it.
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Rack and topbox bought. :thumbup:
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Taipan wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 5:23 pm Rack and topbox bought. :thumbup:
Orange?
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Yorick wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 5:26 pm
Taipan wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 5:23 pm Rack and topbox bought. :thumbup:
Orange?
Terrys? KTM? Jaffa Cake?
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Cousin Jack wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 2:08 pm
Rockburner wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 9:07 am
G.P wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 9:04 am Main reason fro not using topbox is the aerodynamics, following vans on the motorway would make the bike get a wobble on.
Depends on the bike - some are actually more stable with a topbox! My Rocksters have all been a little weavy at speed with just the panniers on, but stable as a rock with the topbox on.
My T100 used to feel less than happy at around 90 mph, especially on a windy day. A big topbox cured that.
The drag reduced its top speed to 80mph?
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Taipan wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 5:23 pm Rack and topbox bought. :thumbup:
We'll be all the rage at Burnham :lol:
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Surprised no one mentioned the Ventura system. Have had them on my KTM RC8's and Fireblades, and have one now on my Street Triple.
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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So who's next for a toppy? LGF? KFB? The Govnor himself!
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My top box arms arrived this morning. Fashion don't wait :thumbup:
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Top Box Crew in full effect! 8-) We should form an MC and kick the crap out of the Pannieristas! :lol:
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Taipan wrote: ↑Wed Mar 02, 2022 11:56 am Top Box Crew in full effect! 8-) We should form an MC and kick the crap out of the Pannieristas! :lol:
It's The Boxer Rebellion! :D
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Re: Which one should I choose?

Post by KungFooBob »

I've already got a top box on my KRS.
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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KungFooBob wrote: ↑Wed Mar 02, 2022 12:14 pm I've already got a top box on my KRS.
TrendSetter! :thumbup:
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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I've got a nice little SH300....12k miles..new tyres....£2300 :)
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Couchy wrote: ↑Wed Mar 02, 2022 1:33 pm I've got a nice little SH300....12k miles..new tyres....£2300 :)
Of course... why would we expect anything less :D
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Re: Which one should I choose?

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Couchy wrote: ↑Wed Mar 02, 2022 1:33 pm I've got a nice little SH300....12k miles..new tyres....£2300 :)
Get a Polini variator on it,then go and win inters. :thumbup:
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Skub wrote: ↑Wed Mar 02, 2022 2:05 pm
Couchy wrote: ↑Wed Mar 02, 2022 1:33 pm I've got a nice little SH300....12k miles..new tyres....£2300 :)
Get a Polini variator on it,then go and win inters. :thumbup:
No it's my commuter bike if it doesn't sell to someone soon :) ;)
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