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Post by Gary on Jun 26, 2007 22:46:39 GMT -5
The box on my Viva is the same way - you can't latch it without the key. A real PITA and dumb engineering. So I attached a shock cord to hold the lid closed. Easy open, easy close - I just flip the shock cord over the lid.
Cheers,
Gary
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Post by Pete on Jun 27, 2007 10:22:11 GMT -5
Hey Phamster, nice job on the box!
I couldn't help but notice the cup holder you've got there, what did you use and how did you set that up? Could you take a pic of that for me?
Thanks!
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Post by phamster on Jun 27, 2007 10:43:36 GMT -5
yea.. i can.. i used a cheap plastic cup holder made for a bicycle ... plastic for bendablity.. so i can get a bigger water bottle in there if i wanted.. but for the basic 16.4 fl oz.. one will still fit.. the cheap plastic was like 3 bux.. and i drilled 2 small datum holes then got a thicker screw for the finish... works great.. i had the same set up on the aprilia scarabeo 150 and used that for 3 years.. only use it when i stop.. i tried unscrewing the bottle while driving and it is dangerous..       phamster |
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Post by Pete on Jun 27, 2007 20:52:34 GMT -5
Excellent! Thank you! Very helpful!
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Post by vwayne40 on Jun 29, 2007 16:12:19 GMT -5
As a people 250 owner I like the bike greatly and have few complaints. I bought mine used with 4300 kilometers on it and now have 7800 k. I have had only a few problems and most caused by previous owner . Toolkit needs improvement and the airbox is oversized ($20 air filter ?)
I Have purchased a new top case for a good price on ebay ( $80) from cruiserbackrest. Nice unit with tailights, backrest, lift out nylon canvas case for the interior, and a quick release mount .
I recommend the Givi windshield but it needs about 6 to 7 " trimmed off the top. The stock Givi way too tall.
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Post by lewtwo on Jun 30, 2007 10:33:28 GMT -5
I got the Shad 37 top case and I am very pleased. Construction and quality seems to be very good. There is plenty of room for my helmet and a rain suit. SOrry I have not tried two helmets yet, but I think that would be asking too much from this 37 liter box. The key locks both the cover and the bike latch ... or you can leave it unlocked and open the box without a key. Mounting: The holes in the Kymco's rack and the Shad mounting plate did not line up ... why am I not suprised? A drill motor and 1/4 inch bit resolved that problem. Note that I used the longest screws and left them hanging down from the bottom. That solves another problem: some place to hook bungee cords. Even with the box removed I think that the bike looks better with the mount in place.  color me: happy puppy ...  |
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Post by phamster on Jun 30, 2007 22:19:01 GMT -5
I got the Shad 37 top case and I am very pleased. Construction and quality seems to be very good. There is plenty of room for my helmet and a rain suit. SOrry I have not tried two helmets yet, but I think that would be asking too much from this 37 liter box. The key locks both the cover and the bike latch ... or you can leave it unlocked and open the box without a key.Mounting: The holes in the Kymco's rack and the Shad mounting plate did not line up ... why am I not suprised? A drill motor and 1/4 inch bit resolved that problem. Note that I used the longest screws and left them hanging down from the bottom. That solves another problem: some place to hook bungee cords. Even with the box removed I think that the bike looks better with the mount in place. color me: happy puppy ... nice post legtwo... i believe what you just stated about the shad 37 will make me buy one.. the key will unlock the case.. and you can still open the box with out the key required.. nice.. that is the solution box i need.. i really am gettin tired of opening my box with the key only.. plus your solution of the bungee cord is a good idea too.. i will drill just like you.. no big deal.. is the box on solidly? or does it make any noise or rattle? what is your opinion of the fit and finish of shad? thanks phamster BTW where did you order your shad box>? |
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Post by termite on Jun 30, 2007 23:22:44 GMT -5
Pham,
Your wife is much better looking than you........... ;D
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Post by Gary on Jul 1, 2007 10:48:16 GMT -5
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Post by phamster on Jul 1, 2007 14:38:48 GMT -5
Pham, Your wife is much better looking than you........... ;D LOL.. that is why i married her.. plus she has a masters degree in education... what a great girl.... she plays the cello.. and piano.... many skills.. to this day i don't know how i got so lucky... LOL.. phamster |
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Post by lewtwo on Jul 2, 2007 0:09:02 GMT -5
The box is secure. The only rattle I get is from whatever I happen be carrying in it.
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Post by Andi on Jul 2, 2007 20:16:50 GMT -5
I've been eying the Shad SH 39 Top Case, has a build in top rack as well for, additional cargo on top. I was actually able to see one at a motorcycle shop in Rio during my trip to Brazil last week. They wanted $350 US for it which is over double of what I've seen it on the web in the US for: www.adventuremotousa.com/motorcases.htmNice box though looks better in real than on the picture, seemed to be a tough design, but I doubt it's big enough for two helmets. Andi |
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Post by clarence on Jul 6, 2007 10:33:13 GMT -5
I'm a few days late here but thought I would put in my experience with my top box. I have a Givi 370 (37) with the brake light and quick release. I wish that I would have ordered the 450 (45) just for a little more space. Givi is a good quality and good looking box but that shad sounds interesting.
Clarence.
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