Hard luggage...??

pwnzor · 04-15-08, 07:24 PM

Does anybody have hard luggage on their Z1000? Side cases are what I'm looking for, not that top case that sticks 20 feet in the air, thanks.

I'm curious to see what's available. My soft bags aren't big enough anymore so I'm thinking some panniers would be nice.

Gregman · 04-16-08, 08:55 AM

Hepco & Becker makes a decent looking setup.
I was thinking of something like this myself.
http://hepco-becker.de/_eng/frameset.php

Maxbrotha · 04-16-08, 11:51 AM

Looks great!!

pwnzor · 04-16-08, 05:17 PM

That's exactly the type of thing I'm looking for. I'm still open to other options as well, if anyone else has seen something.

Thanks for the reply! I'm going to check out their website right now.

04-16-08, 06:07 PM

On a Z???

falcn · 04-16-08, 07:03 PM

You know what, some of can only afford one bike.

Some of us like to utilize our bikes as an actual form of useful transportation and long distance conveyance.

We love our Z's and want to expand it's capabilities. Just because you choose to limit your bike to one particular role, do not condemn us for wanting to expand the bikes horizons and capabilities to suit our needs.

Ollie GBR · 04-17-08, 02:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by falcn

You know what, some of can only afford one bike.

Some of us like to utilize our bikes as an actual form of useful transportation and long distance conveyance.

We love our Z's and want to expand it's capabilities. Just because you choose to limit your bike to one particular role, do not condemn us for wanting to expand the bikes horizons and capabilities to suit our needs.

04-17-08, 11:02 AM

FYI, I only have one bike-the Z I'm trying to rebuild. My post was a reflection of an OPINION not a fact...R E L A X ! ! ! If you wanna put hard bags on your Z, go ahead. Aesthetically I just THINK it looks odd. I don't use mine for touring, so no, I probably wouldn't utilize the bike to it's fullest potential, touring-wise. If you've found a way to blend the performance of your Z and the carrying capacity of a tourer, and it makes you happy, who cares what anyone else THINKS??? Enjoy the ride and no hard feelings, OK?

Ollie GBR · 04-17-08, 11:24 AM

No worries m8, I don't think anyone takes us too seriously

04-17-08, 03:24 PM

Thanks for the reassurance, bro.

flowrider · 04-17-08, 05:16 PM

Givi also makes the Wing Rack which can do a top case and 2 side cases. Not cheap mind you but effective.

pwnzor · 04-18-08, 11:35 PM

I've been using soft tourmaster bags on every bike I've owned for the last 18 years and I think it's time to treat myself to a set of hard cases.

Most recently I've been touring on my XB12R

I've done a few 3,000 mile trips like this, with tent and sleeping bag strapped on the pillion seat. It's quite capable, and when I'm camped I've got the ultimate canyon carver at my disposal. Now the Buell is being converted to a track-only bike and the Z1000 is my commuter/traveler/weekender.

Hard bags it is. They are all pretty expensive though.

twozsforme · 05-03-08, 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pwnzor

Does anybody have hard luggage on their Z1000? Side cases are what I'm looking for, not that top case that sticks 20 feet in the air, thanks.

I'm curious to see what's available. My soft bags aren't big enough anymore so I'm thinking some panniers would be nice.

I just orederd the hepco and becker side racks and top rack for my z. Also I order the hepco and becker journey 42L side cases and the 40 top case. It all should be in by the end of May I will post pics when I get everything installed. If you want an idea of what the cases look like they are the same
cases that come standard on the new buell sport tourong bike.

extensive · 05-12-08, 08:19 AM

make sure you post pics!

pwnzor · 05-12-08, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twozsforme

I just orederd the hepco and becker side racks and top rack for my z. Also I order the hepco and becker journey 42L side cases and the 40 top case. It all should be in by the end of May I will post pics when I get everything installed. If you want an idea of what the cases look like they are the same
cases that come standard on the new buell sport tourong bike.

Those cases would be ideal... I can't wait to see what they look like on your Z.

04-15-08, 07:24 PM	#1
pwnzor Site Elder Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Suwanee, GA Posts: 523	Hard luggage...?? Does anybody have hard luggage on their Z1000? Side cases are what I'm looking for, not that top case that sticks 20 feet in the air, thanks. I'm curious to see what's available. My soft bags aren't big enough anymore so I'm thinking some panniers would be nice.

04-16-08, 11:51 AM	#3
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04-16-08, 07:03 PM	#6
falcn Supreme Being Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 1,088	You know what, some of can only afford one bike. Some of us like to utilize our bikes as an actual form of useful transportation and long distance conveyance. We love our Z's and want to expand it's capabilities. Just because you choose to limit your bike to one particular role, do not condemn us for wanting to expand the bikes horizons and capabilities to suit our needs. __________________ Admin @ Racing is an addiction only cured by poverty. 2005 Z750 R Z750S with the following changes: 2006 ZX6R Limited Edition Forks • 2006 ZX6R Front Rim • 2007 Z1000 Triples • Powerbronze Carbon Fiber Fender • 2007 ZX14 Front Brake Rotors (310mm) • 2006 YZF-R6 Monoblock Brake Calipers • HEL Braided Lines, Black • 2006 ZX6R Swing Arm • 2006 ZX6R Shock • Skidmarx Carbon Fiber Hugger • 2006 ZX6R Rear Rim • 2002 ZX9R Master Cylinder • 2003 ZX9r Clutch Perch• CRG Shorty Levers, Black • Rizoma MC Aluminum Anodized Reservoirs front and rear • Probolt Blue Gas Tank Filler Aluminum Bolt kit • Probolt Blue Engine Case Aluminum Bolt kit • Rear swingarm/suspension lift dog bones • Arrow NiChrom conical slip-on • Scottoiler Mk7• Powder Coated Case Covers

04-17-08, 11:02 AM	#8
rocketkid781 Posts: n/a	FYI, I only have one bike-the Z I'm trying to rebuild. My post was a reflection of an OPINION not a fact...R E L A X ! ! ! If you wanna put hard bags on your Z, go ahead. Aesthetically I just THINK it looks odd. I don't use mine for touring, so no, I probably wouldn't utilize the bike to it's fullest potential, touring-wise. If you've found a way to blend the performance of your Z and the carrying capacity of a tourer, and it makes you happy, who cares what anyone else THINKS??? Enjoy the ride and no hard feelings, OK? Last edited by rocketkid781 : 04-17-08 at 03:24 PM.

04-17-08, 11:24 AM	#9
Ollie GBR Up-And Comer Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Milton Keynes, UK Posts: 54	No worries m8, I don't think anyone takes us too seriously __________________ ------------------------ 2007 Z750 # Mivv Suono End can # PCIII with Power Commander Maps # K&N Air Filter # Ermax Rear Hugger # R&G Tail Tidy # Garmin Zumo # Autocom 200 ------------------------ This Game of Ghosts

04-16-08, 08:55 AM	#2
Gregman Up-And Comer Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick Posts: 65	Hepco & Becker makes a decent looking setup. I was thinking of something like this myself. http://hepco-becker.de/_eng/frameset.php

04-16-08, 05:17 PM	#4
pwnzor Site Elder Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Suwanee, GA Posts: 523	That's exactly the type of thing I'm looking for. I'm still open to other options as well, if anyone else has seen something. Thanks for the reply! I'm going to check out their website right now.

04-17-08, 03:24 PM	#10
rocketkid781 Posts: n/a	Thanks for the reassurance, bro.

04-17-08, 05:16 PM	#11
flowrider Rising Star Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Surrey, British Columbia Posts: 305	Givi also makes the Wing Rack which can do a top case and 2 side cases. Not cheap mind you but effective. __________________ ~goin with da flow~ Ti Pilot

04-18-08, 11:35 PM	#12
pwnzor Site Elder Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Suwanee, GA Posts: 523	I've been using soft tourmaster bags on every bike I've owned for the last 18 years and I think it's time to treat myself to a set of hard cases. Most recently I've been touring on my XB12R I've done a few 3,000 mile trips like this, with tent and sleeping bag strapped on the pillion seat. It's quite capable, and when I'm camped I've got the ultimate canyon carver at my disposal. Now the Buell is being converted to a track-only bike and the Z1000 is my commuter/traveler/weekender. Hard bags it is. They are all pretty expensive though.

05-12-08, 08:19 AM	#14
extensive Rising Star Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Va Beach Posts: 409	make sure you post pics! __________________ Moto Blog

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