Back to Top Boxes...
 

I've been pondering what to do about a top-box, and have decided against it. I've got an old ventura rack and "rally" bag, and I think I'd rather adapt them to fit. It's got loads of space, won't look too nerdy, and most importantly I've got it sat in my shed! I'll get the brackets made before the Spring... watch this space for pics! :tongue1:

Here's a pic of the old Yamaha topbox fitted.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3504/...f3f6b28432.jpg

Not sure what bike is was intended for, the missus bagged it on our local Freecycle.

I'm alternating between this,the Oxford Tailpack and a cheapo Bumbag strapped to the grabrails for carrying puncture fixing gear around.

Also have some early Oxford panniers that hang from straps placed under the seat and cable tied to the rear subframe.

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/d...p/CIMG2278.jpg

From a R1150GSadventure

http://www.xt660.com/showthread.php?...uard+extenders

Tob boxes are ugly...but convenient. However with the Yam sidecase (yes I know they're controversial...) they are slim enough to leave on for commuting, so I've not bothered with a TB on this bike.

I too have a nice big roll top drybag that straps on the back if I need additional carry space. And the helmet sits on the Peatbog stand in an old carrier bag, and well chained down.

Top boxes can double up has a child sit :eusa_liar:












And for health and safety there was someone hidden behind holding him when he stood up.

# Tip 1: you can get more kids in, if you use compression sacks :icon_wink:

I settled for the givi set top box and panniers the top box is a bit ugly but helpfull on those long trips somtimes ride with out the topbox and leave panniers on. ais a little tight for the mrs when shes on the back but tights a good thing:icon_lol: