Pants Has Questions About His CB750

[cmyers]

yes mine are soft, the DR's maybe a style that is inbetween such as these http://www.nelsonrigg.com/store/product.aspx?pid=1655

[drdubb]

yes....my bags are soft, very soft.

There is an insert that runs along the bottom that allows them to hold shape.

[cmyers]

If you are getting them for the purpose of extended trips you might consider one of the sets from Nelson Rigg that comes with Solar panels in them for charging stuff. If i had the money I would really consider them, because it would simplify things for charging GPS/Phone/Ipod and such.

[n5tbu]

Pants,I'll let you know later in the week.
This is what the Givi's looked like with the hondaline rack

[noahnsteph]

yes mine are soft, the DR's maybe a style that is inbetween such as these http://www.nelsonrigg.com/store/product.aspx?pid=1655

I have the 40s which are the same but one size smaller on my 650 and I love them. They're small enough that I could mount them under the seat w/o touching the exhaust and I love the rigid sides which keeps the shape whether they're full or empty. Not sure how waterproof they are but I'll Scotchgaurd the hell out of them try to stay out of the rain.

[hppants]

N5TBU - it appears that you have the same hondline rack I do?  And you did not cut the sissy bar?  And you have the Givi top box?  And the side cases?  Next time we get together, I want to spend some time studying your setup.

It's kind of fun playing around with options.

[n5tbu]

I had the same rack,but I wanted the top box also and had to remove the rack.I passed it on to a fellow forum guy,before anyone asks to buy it!
I actually used the rack to help align the Givi brackets(I wanted everything to be square)

[green427]

Pants:

I am the one that put the SW-Motech racks on my bike.

A few things to consider:

Cannot have the Hondaline rack with the SWM side brackets without doing some major fabricating.

The SWM racks are intended for side luggage only. You could fabricate something for a top box to attach to the SWM racks, but I found it easier to just get the Shad Top Master (around $90).

If you are looking to put a trunk on, I highly recommend that you sell your sissybar, as you will get between $150 to $250 for it, and use the money to get a Shad top master rack & trunk of your choice.

If you are looking to have the full-blown 3 bag system, it would be easier to hunt down or fabricate some Givi mounting kits and get their rack kit. The SWM will work, but if you look at my thread, plan on spending a few hours cutting some metal stock & drilling.

Here is my setup with the old JCW top box:





A word of warning: DON'T use a JCW top box in this application if you are going to ride 2-up. The base plate is a piece of crap. Had to cough up $160 for a good quality Shad top box & base.



This is what I have now:

[hppants]

Green427 - thanks for that information.  Previously, I thought I was torn about which way to go.  Now, I know I am. 

The base plate is a piece of crap

I take it you are referring to the danger of my passenger leaning back against trashy hardware?

I didn't think I would like the hondaline rack, but I really do.  It's very sturdy and SOQS liked sitting on it the other day.

But, when not touring, I don't think I want to leave any other exposed racks.  Just don't like the way it looks is all.  And I definitely want to avoid any cutting on my bike.  Don't mind fabricating, just don't want to cut the bike up.

I can see this is going to be a team effort.     When Loki and I get together, we will start the wheels in motion.

[hppants]

Decided to go with the Slipstreamer Spitfire.  My neighbor the motorcycle dealer is giving it to me at cost.  Sworn to secrecy, but I'll say this.... those Internet sites make money!!

Choice is smoke or clear.  I'm leaning toward smoke for anti-glare purposes.  I ride at night less than 10% of the time - anybody see an issue with this?

[LOKi]

not at all. You should be looking over the top of the screen anyway. You could paint it flat black and still have no problem seeing.

[Laminar]

Decided to go with the Slipstreamer Spitfire.  My neighbor the motorcycle dealer is giving it to me at cost.  Sworn to secrecy, but I'll say this.... those Internet sites make money!!

Choice is smoke or clear.  I'm leaning toward smoke for anti-glare purposes.  I ride at night less than 10% of the time - anybody see an issue with this?

My Slipstreamer is smoked, no problems. You don't look through it. The only hitch with these shields is that it has to be aimed correctly. If not, you'll get a lot of buffeting around your helmet. It was enough that I ditched the shield 12 miles into my 1000 mile ride to NC. Once there, Soup and Loki helped me aim it right and not only was the ride home more comfortable, but gas mileage went up by a consistent 10-11mpg.

[drdubb]

What's the secret? I read somewhere that the shield should be at the angle of the forks.

[Laminar]

Installed as it is in the picture led to buffeting. Once I aimed it more at my helmet, it blocked the wind from my body and smoothed the wind hitting my helmet.

This is the best picture I have of it right now, you can see the shield tilted back quite a bit.

[n5tbu]

Dang Laminar,is that a 5 gallon gas can strapped on?!
And I thought I was doing overkill with 2.5 on a trailer pulling trip!

[hppants]

Thanks for the help.  Laminar, I remember you having trouble.  Once it comes in, I'll have to get some input on adjustments.

[Laminar]

Dang Laminar,is that a 5 gallon gas can strapped on?!
And I thought I was doing overkill with 2.5 on a trailer pulling trip!

http://nighthawk-forums.com/index.php/topic,5027.0

[hppants]

Anybody know if I have 7/8" handlebars or 1"?

[Laminar]

7/8"

http://www.sideroadcycles.com/ImportedMotorcycles/ImportHandlebars/StockBarsOne.html

[n5tbu]

If you are thinking Genmar risers,go with the 1 up and 1 back,worked for me,but I'm shorter than you,Pants

[hppants]

Thanks - I was thinking wind screen.  Different part number depending on handlebar size.

Bar risers is a consideration, though.  I do slouch a little some times.

[Hangster]

Hey Hp...Just got my new wind screen , was looking for something small to just keep the pressure off the chest while riding at higher speeds and it does just that while still transferring  plenty of air flow....The Givi A-210

[hppants]

Nice Hangster.  Loki has a Givi as well.

I ordered the Slipstreamer Spitfire - extremely cheap and other members like it.  I can return it if I don't like it.  We'll see.


What about throttle locks?  Who has what?

[Laminar]

My Sabre came with a Vista Cruise.



It holds the throttle fine but still allows slight adjustments with the lock activated to account for hills and such.

[LOKi]

Before ordering bar risers you should give my bike a try. See if you like how the aftermarket "nighthawk" bars work. I also have a throttle lock you can try out. AND a back rest. Back rest is probably the most overlooked and most positive comfort thing you can add to a touring bike. I still don't have HWY pegs. But that's really not needed until you are on the road for a few hours.

You can give it a try Saturday to see how you like my touring setup. From there you will have a good idea where you want your bars. Probably won't want your bars where mine are. I'm about 12" shorter than you. How you feel about the throttle lock, and other accessories. We can take off my seat too so you can have a look at the electronics.

hehe. I'm thinking of putting my spitfire screen back on for the rest of the summer. That thing let in a lot more air than the Givi. And the Givi is still broke. Haven't busted out the plastic welder yet to fix it.