The C10, aka Kawasaki Concours - The Original > Accessories and Modifications - C10
Mounting Top Case?
oldsmoboat:
How are you guys mounting top cases? I have a rack but I don't think that is strong enough.
EDIT:
Anyone mounted the Shad 46?
Thinking of Murph's Shad case.
http://www.murphskits.com/product_info.php?products_id=128
Looking at the Shad site, the have a mounting plate, Murph has "rails".
http://www.shadonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=D1B40PA&CartID=2
connie_rider:
What kind of Top Case are you mounting?
Does it have an adapter with it?
Over the years I mounted the bags onto various racks etc.
The last one I did, I removed the stock rack and bolted the adapter plate in it's place. (using the holes that were intended for the original rack)
I used large washers to raise the rear of the trunk so that it set level..
Worked out nice and steady.
Ride safe, Ted
oldsmoboat:
Actually haven't purchased one. I was curious how they mount.
Nosmo:
Connie rider is correct. If the "rack" you are referring to is the OEM plastic thingy, it is good for carrying no more than a loaf of bread. If you want to mount a top case or anything else, you'll need to decide what you want, then find out what the manufacturer of the luggage has in the way of a bracket(s). In the case of Givi Monokey boxes, you remove the plastic crap and install an adapter plate (which will vary depending on the motorcycle model), which will bolt in some fashion to the rear subframe, and then the mounting plate for the box, which has the quick release tabs, etc., that actually hold the box. There are other brands and types. There are some people on this forum who have made their own adapters for different type of boxes. Search function will keep you reading for awhile, and I'm sure others will chime in with their ideas.
oldsmoboat:
Thanks guys, I'll search.
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