How do u like your topbox?

[trflyboy]

I am considering a top box for my next motorcycle. I am concerned that carrying weight that high would affect the handling of the bike in a negative way.  Has this happened to anyone?
My alternative would be a tailbag strapped to the pillion, {i ride solo}. Thanks for the input.

[mugwump58]

I don't use it unless the saddle bags are full. I prefer to use them day to day. Just don't overload it. If I use it on a day or not camping trip it's to secure a helmet, long story lots of unhappyness, so it's actually empty except when I'm stopped.



Something else to consider is the ability to adjust your suspension to compensate for the additional weight towards the rear of the bike. I've found this to effect the handling more. With the EX buffeting by large vehicles is just a fact of life, you get used to it. Try "surfing" the bow wake of semis

[2wTraveler]

On longer trips I us the Givi V46 top box on my FJR. Although I try to keep lighter things in the top box and the heavier items in the side cases. It really doesn't change handling very much. I really like the Givi product. very well made and no problems to date...

[atypical1]

I used a top case exclusively when I had the Multistrada and loved it. I never felt any high speed wobble or handling issues with the weight that high. I travel pretty light though so ymmv.

james

[K Rider]

I am considering a top box for my next motorcycle. I am concerned that carrying weight that high would affect the handling of the bike in a negative way.  Has this happened to anyone?
My alternative would be a tailbag strapped to the pillion, {i ride solo}. Thanks for the input.

My K1200GT is more susceptible to buffeting when my Givi V46 top-box is installed. There are other GT owners that have commented having this occur. My previous motorcycle (BMW K1100LT) did not have issues with the top-box installed.

Your question is a good one, consider which motorcycle you are going to purchase and direct the question to the riders of that type of motorcycle.

Good luck,
John B.

[Skee]

I actually prefer a single Givi top box over dual side cases, if I'm only need to carry one or the other.
For day rides, I can usually get away with a second tank bag strapped onto the tail.

True, weight is higher, but that doesn't seem to make much difference.

Bike seems to respond quicker; less total weight = less inertia?

[Malks]

I could not go without my top box.  I have used tail bags before, but a top box is far more useful.  The main reason I bought the top box was to give me somewhere to put my helmet; it does not fit in the side bags.  It also comes in handy when I need to find a place in case I buy something while on a ride.  I have never noticed any negative handling issues since I installed it.

[garry]

My 46L topcase is the only luggage on my KTM. I've packed it pretty heavy and never noticed anything weird with the handling.

[Justin]

I use the top box 90% of the time on the Busa. You'd really need to put a lot of stuff in one to make a noticeable difference to the handling. Even with the aux fuel cell on the back instead of the top box it does not affect handling. And that's about 35 Lbs of gas.

[Skee]

Only times I've ever noticed any buffeting or wobble caused by the top box was when I was...

...Oh, that's right, we're not supposed to say triple digit touring anymore on this forum.




Just had to let that one fly.

[Brad1445]

Top boxes rule and I have taken my 2004 Busa to 150mph with it on no problem.

[DosEquis00]

I had mine stuffed over the recommended weight on my western trip. No ill affect on the handling of the bike at over the limit speeds.  

[chornbe]

I am considering a top box for my next motorcycle. I am concerned that carrying weight that high would affect the handling of the bike in a negative way.  Has this happened to anyone?
My alternative would be a tailbag strapped to the pillion, {i ride solo}. Thanks for the input.

I've learned to not live without it. Convenient for touring, commuting and runs to the store. Also a convenient backrest for pillions.

All around win.

[Orson]

You'll never break the 8 minute mark at the Nurburgring with a top box  

[stromgal]

Dang.  


Indispensable, as I rarely put the sidecases on the Strom. Those affect the handling far more than the topbox.

[Brad1445]

One more thing,

I swear this to be true, YOU NEVER get pulled over with the top box I promise.  I think cops either think your way old ir feel sorry for you.

Zero tickets, it males you invisible.

[mugwump58]

The combination  vest, side and top case for the ultimate in LEO repellent

[JonS]

Mine is a mid size one and I use it about 85% of the time. It's so handy and doesn't have any effect on the bike.

The combination  vest, side and top case for the ultimate in LEO repellent

Dorkyness has it's advantages.

[stromgal]

One more thing,

I swear this to be true, YOU NEVER get pulled over with the top box I promise.  I think cops either think your way old ir feel sorry for you.

Zero tickets, it males you invisible.

How I *wish* this were true.  

[chornbe]

How I *wish* this were true.  

+1 and then some