[cwmoss]

Received my used seat from th3demonlord today. I proceeded to strip the used seat and then mount the base/mounting plate to it, and then attach my Givi box to it. I know getting on the bike is a bit tricky, but now the bike can carry some stuff. Here's a few pics of the install.

 

[FangShui]

Received my used seat from th3demonlord today. I proceeded to strip the used seat and then mount the base/mounting plate to it, and then attach my Givi box to it. I know getting on the box is a bit tricky, but now the bike can carry some stuff. Here's a few pics of the install.

Nice mod!

 

[Anthony]

Oh my, this is something else, to each his own I guess... Ill stick with the back pack though.

 

[YamahaR3]

Where do you find a used rear seat? I'd love to do this and I have a trunk. I just need the used seat.

 

[YamahaR3]

I'm a little hesitant about doing this and I'll tell you why.

I was waxing my bike for the first time yesterday and was looking at the seat attachment brackets. They're really not that strong, strong enough to hold the seat but that lock mechanism doesn't look real strong. The bracket on my Majesty you could pick the bike up with it. I don't guess there is a whole lot of other options out there.

Anthony, you have to remember, that box can be removed quickly when not in use. You don't have to carry the trunk around all the time, only when you need it.

 

[nfr3]

how's the box holding up after a month of useage?

I'd be interested to do this...

 

[cwmoss]

It is doing great. I use it almost every day (when it isn't raining). I am glad I put it on. As far as the used rear set, there was a fellow who kinda did an end over and scuffed up the pass seat and some of his bodywork. I contacted him to see if he would sell me his used seat, as he was gonna buy new parts for all the parts he scuffed up.

 

[sportrider2]

what model givi box is that and where you purchase?

thanks

 

[YR3]

Where do you find a used rear seat? I'd love to do this and I have a trunk. I just need the used seat.

One thing that might bring folks out looking to get rid of a seat are Want To Buy threads aka 'WTB'

Put the word out and chances are they'll find you.

 

[YamahaR3]

I already did that.

 

[cwmoss]

Sportrider2, it's an E30 series. It will hold a full face helmet. I got if off of Ebay for around $90 shipped. It comes with the quick release base so it can be taken off in about 2 seconds. It is tricky for me to get on and off the bike. Yamaha has a rear luggage rack, but last time I checked, it wasn't available here in the states yet.

 

[FangShui]

This is the one I bought last year on sale for $55.00. KAPPA K35N locking

It's on sale now for $85.00 and comes with the mounting plate. Free shipping, too.

KAPPA and GIVI are the same company. Nearly identical product, just a few design tweaks to differentiate them.

http://tourandride.com/browse-produ...onolock-cases/k35n-monolock-case-35ltr-detail

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[sportrider2]

Thank you for info on storage boxes.

 

[t-rav_12]

It is tricky for me to get on and off the bike.

You could board and exit your bike like Valentino Rossi does. Swing your leg over the handlebar, windscreen and tank.

 

[cwmoss]

You could board and exit your bike like Valentino Rossi does. Swing your leg over the handlebar, windscreen and tank.

If I were younger I might try that.

 

[FangShui]

If I were younger I might try that.

That screams Hip Replacement to me!

 

[Capn Kirk]

I proceeded to strip the used seat and then mount the base/mounting plate to it, and then attach my Givi box to it.

If you would please, could you take a photo or two looking at the front of the passenger seat where the case mounts? I am interested in how far back on the seat pan you mounted the case.

Thanks!