Re: Pannier Questions

["Jonathan Schulster" <Schulster@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Martin,
I can only recommend that you seriously consider whether you really need the topbox; the side panniers fit snugly, and are barely wider than the bars; they keep the weight distribution low and perhaps even have a positive effect on handling. Conversely I have the top rack plate, Givi converter plate and a Givi 36 and 45l box (have tried both).  This badly affects handling above 120kph (70mph), especially in crosswinds, and if taking any significant weight I notice it makes turn-in on corners alot slower.  I have really given up on using the topbox, unless under intense pressure from a pillion for the backrest option, as it ruins an otherwise excellent handling bike.
cheers
Jonathan

>>> <TrmpetDave@xxxxxxx> 05/07/99 06:29:39 >>>

In a message dated 7/4/99 11:56:38 AM, 
banzaibandit@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:

<< I've just ordered the Triumph two pannier set for the Sprint as Givi are 
not
doing a fixing kit.
Can anybody tell me what size they are and can you get a full face crash
helmet in them ?
Also I may still get the Topbox, any idea what size this is ?
 >>

Dear Martin,i
The pannier is just big enough for my medium size Arai, if i get the elastic 
retaning straps out of the way. I think the top box is a little bigger, but I 
am not getting it-just the luggage rack, which will make it possible to 
bungee on some soft luggage for long trips. BTW I heard somthing rattling 
aoround inside one of my panniers, which turned out to be one of the little 
black acorn nuts that hold the hinges and latches. I replaced it, and tried 
the others, almost all of which were loose.

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