Why would Givi design a base plate that puts the box too near to the seat to allow sensible pillion accommodation? I have made up a cardboard template for an aluminium plate for the Givi plate to bolt to which will move is back 2 or 3 inches which should solve the problem. 250 x 200 x 6mm is the size of plate required, then angle two of the corners and drill 8 holes and we should be sorted. Having googled the issue I am not the only one to think this is a problem.
On the plus side, I took it for its first ride today since buying it at the weekend and it is just how I imagined really......a lower version of the GS. The low ratio 6th gear is great for relaxed cruising, 4K at 80mph. I have a baglux tank cover on order. The only other modS I will give a try is the up and back bar risers like I have on my GS and possibly a rear hugger to help keep it look as great as it does now. Can`t wait to take her on a really long run.
On the plus side, I took it for its first ride today since buying it at the weekend and it is just how I imagined really......a lower version of the GS. The low ratio 6th gear is great for relaxed cruising, 4K at 80mph. I have a baglux tank cover on order. The only other modS I will give a try is the up and back bar risers like I have on my GS and possibly a rear hugger to help keep it look as great as it does now. Can`t wait to take her on a really long run.
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. Once set in place and the box is on - it IS secure.
