For the R1200GS, if I keep the 2nd seat and mount on the stock luggage grid, do I need a bracket and is that provided with the mounting plate?
587156
You need the mounting bracket kit, some places sell it along with the vario top box, others sell it separate, find out before you buy the Vario top box.
587157
Does this case have the modifications to prevent coming off if a passenger uses it as a back rest?
587158
The Vario Top Box and mounting plate was all I needed apart from two screws. My bike has the original seat and stock luggage rack. The mounting plate fits on top of the stock rack and comes with two support brackets that are easy to fit. All I needed was two slightly longer screws to attach the bracket to the bike. I bought these from my local dealer for 5$.
2146025
No... you'll have to purchase a new docking kit specifically for your tour pak. For the correct part number, see here: http://www.hdforums.com/forum/attachments/touring-models/99368d1267379412-detachable-docking-hardware-question-docking_matrix.jpgThe good thing is that you'll be able to keep both docking systems, and change the configuration of your bike as your needs change. Good luck!
373136
Yes, it'll be a perfect fit. The trick, however, will be to find an acceptable rack to hold it. I note that a backrest/luggage rack combination is available on eBay, and if you went that route, you would have to not install the backrest, as that would interfere with the opening of the top box. With the rack installed, you would be able to use, with perhaps some fitting, the clamp bars supplied with the Bestem box. If you're willing to go through that, the Bestem box is a great buy for what it is: water-proof storage, and with that particular offering, comes with the extra lighting which is a big plus for the bike. Alternatively, you could look at the Shad offerings. For much more money, they would have the bolt-on rack and matching mounting plate, to which the top box would fit directly. The Bestem is hard to beat, especially at that price point.
2175568
As long as your bike has the same factory support mount it will fit. I'd ask the dealer if it's the same size mount as the R1200RT. By the way, rather than risk botching the job, I had a technician at the dealer rekey my top box. He did it for free but I gave him a nice tip.
582971
as long as you have a flat area it comes with 2 screws but if you don't have a flat area then yes you will need a mounting bracket
2192166
No there is not. As for me I didn't plan to mount it anywhere so when I do need it i just take it out and put in my tank bag. Otherwise it remains coiled up under the seat.
1643460
Sorry, I honestly can't help you on this one. I put it on my BMW R1200RT. The straps that come with it provide enough hardware to mount it. I would think if your luggage rack is on the small size, you may be disappointed? It is a very nice bag though. Sorry I couldn't have been more help. Good luck.
2169744
No mounts or supports are required. The bags are connected and that piece sits on top of your seat. There are two leather ties that you can use to attach the bags to your frame
646673
If you were to buy two cages, you can use both bottom plates and then have top and bottom rails. Or just buy a mount for the top and separate rails
955102
It comes with a bracket on the seat which I removed from the two rods running through the middle and put my old one on it and then attached it to my bike. I had to remove my bracket and place it on the new seat as it has two rods on the underside .
497885
Everything you need comes with it. I think the extra QR bracket you see on the page for $14 or $15 is if you want to have a couple bikes that you could put the bag on. I was actually considering buying an extra bracket for my wife's bike so we could share the bag.
1667143
I just looked at the pictures of the mount on the webb sight , my friend that we mounted it on his bike already had a bracket so we used it . It said to use a luggage rack to mount the large bracket to then mount the box to the mount through the 4 holes in the bottom of the box . hope this helps.
2125427
I have a crewmax and I have the seat moved forward and reclined. It holds the JL 8" sub box perfectly in place. No need for mounting.
1214102
u shouldn't have to use mounting plates it just fit in just like the original motor, 2wd,correct? just pop it in it should work just like with my stampede 2WD
2113711
Hi Jordan, normally the Adventure models come with the Aluminum case mounts. Are the ones on your bike metal? If they look something like these below for the F800GS then these bags will not work. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008MMIEVU
2162554
No, it doesn't need a rear rack at all. It actually provides its own rear rack, behind the seat. But the seat itself is kept above the wheel by the rods below it and by the attachment to the main seat stem. I had a lot of trouble getting the bike mounted on my bike, though...Some bikes work better for it than others.
44087
I don't know your specific bike. You should need nothing else to mount them to your bike. I personally would recommend getting mounting brackets. This would assure bags and bike be protected from rubbing against each other.