According to Product website "MTX Side Frame are required for use on MTX TrunkBag with panniers". Is this the "Super Tourist DX Rack" itself? thanks.
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I use the Topeak Explorer Bike Rack but it appears that all of them are acceptable; you need to have the "track" underneath the bag so you can slide it on securely and the attachment crossbar to hold it in place. From the pictures, it appears that all the MTX frames offered on Amazon have these two features.
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You could use that one I suppose but I use just the Topeak Explorer Bike Rack and am able to carry a daily change of clothes some small items. The other stuff I keep in a backpack.
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It worked fine on the rack that came with my bike. My bike rack does have side frames, though. I would think you need some sides to keep the panniers out of your spokes.
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Thanks for the inquiry. These are an universal bag for sport and sport touring style bikes. Depending on your model you may need saddlebag supposts to make fit.Best regardsRichard
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Unknown. I put mine on a DR650 with side racks. The racks are only $85 though from Precision Motorcycle Racks. Bags are good and cheap too!
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We have a luggage rack on road King we put ours on. If we strap to passenger seat it leans against back rest or sissy bar. If u didn't have sissy bar, wouldn't trust it. It's a great bag
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im not sure if the seymour DLX panniers can be used on your front rack, i know that the seymour LX which isnt much smaller fits on the front really well. i think its mostly a matter of your rack size
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Yes you need the topeak rack. The bag slides onto the rack. See specifications for details.
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There are actually two sets of mounts to allow the rack to work on more that one style of cross member - it's extrememly versatile. I have a 2014 Subaru Outback and they work fantastic. I drove 5 hours one way, mostly high speed interstate but also hilly curvy small hwy road - performed flawlesly. If your cross members have a bow to them, you will want to mount the rack in the middle if it's improtant that you have your bike perfectly upright. if its flat, the side is fine. good luck
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I personally use act-bag on my Kawasaki VulcanIt has s sissy bar with a luggage rack on the rear. The t-bag slides over the sissy bar and then there are 2 straps to go under the luggage rack. It does work that way, I personally decided to mount a piece of plywood on my rack and then the bag.
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There is a Topeak DXP version without the MTX system that can be used with any rack. Doesn't seem to be an exact feature-to-feature match (doesn't show the back water bottle holder, for example.) Shows up under the name Topeak Velcro Strap Version Dxp Trunk Bag with Rigid Molded Panels
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I purchased the side frames accessory which allowed me to use my own panniers. Everything works great.
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With the rear battery, panniers are limited for the back. If you really want to carry cargo I recommend a front rack compatible with disc brakes. I installed the Thule front rack (tour model) with side rails and can carry 50+ pounds of groceries. It also helps to balance the bike better against the rear battery plus you can keep an eye on what you carry.
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Be sure you have the correct MTX frame. It's not really clear in the description but this piece does not fit all MTX frames (?!?!?!). I have had to go back and order the correct frame to make this pannier work. Very frustrating
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They will strap across the seat so a rack is not always required. All bikes are different so please check your for exhaust, turn signal and chain clearance issues.Also, there is at least two reviews that speak directly to mounting the bags on 2 different bikes. You may find them helpful.Regards,MotorCycle Solutions LLC
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I would not use it as a pannier since the lock could never hold up to a slight hit nor hard bump. It is meant as a vertical trunk lock. Any side pressure from the front or back could (and probably would) disengage it especially after some wear and usage. If you intend to use it as a trunk by fastening it to the saddlebag bracket, anything can be made strong enough by fabricating the right brackets. As a trunk I have no trouble with it on one of my Guzzis and would buy it again and have told others to do so. Great for the price if mounted as prescribed. Not being sure of your intent but if you want to use it as a saddlebag, I wouldn't. Another great trunk for the money is a Bestem T-bag which I have on a "California" for a couple dollars more. I wouldn't take a chance on the cheaper Asian non ABS saddlebags. So many are tempting but are garbage with many flaws and there are so many fly-by-night dealers out there that they ruin it the reputable ones. I know , I went through it. I hope this helps with whatever the intent is,Good luck.
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I have used panniers made from small square buckets. You need a rigid "bag" because there is no support for parts of panniers that hang low.
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It depends on how much space is between the rack and the bottom of the seat and do you use a rack bag. I have 2 of these seat bags 1large and 1medium.Iuse both as tool bags,spare tube,tire irons ect. On my tour bike with panners yes with rack bag no. On my other bikes with no rack clearance is not an issue. I found these seat bags indespenable as thy expand and you can stuff an amazing amount of things into them. The large one I can even get my long sleeve jersey and tools into it.
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I own these panniers. I would think you could use a trunk bag, especially if panniers are not stuffed full. If filled to capacity, the top "puffy" area sticks above the rack by 3-4 inches. It has three attachment points per pannier also, so depending upon your trunk attachments, it could work out.