Top Box on Fireblade Pillion seat
 

I have probably asked more questions about my new Fireblade on here than I ever did about my SV but all the Fireblade forums are rubbish and most are American so, as I know a lot of orgers have done it to their SV. Do you think it would be wise to attempt to fit a top box to the pillion seat of the blade?

I don't still have the SV to compare it to but it looks like the pillion seat on the blade is a bit smaller and more rounded than the one on the SV which means it may be less stable. Here are some pics so you get the idea.

I will need to buy some hefty nuts and bolts. Anyone know a cheap place to get these from?

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/m...y/IMAG0089.jpg

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/m...y/IMAG0086.jpg


Here is what the finished article will look like. Beautiful isn't it? Am I mad for thinking this will be a good idea or is it going to end in tears and me running around the French Autoroutes looking for my undies.

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/m...y/IMAG0092.jpg

Re: Top Box on Fireblade Pillion seat
 

I now sit here, thanking my lucky stars that you didn't buy my blade!!

Ye gods man, what are you thinking!?!?!

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It's what all the cool kids are doing these days mate. You just need to get down wiv it.

Worst thing is, if I had bought a 954 I could've got a givi rack. But sadly they don't do one for the 929.

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eeeeekk yav wrecked ya bike!

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You dont need it with the size of the boot on that there 'blade son !!!!

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a venturi rack may have been a better plan of attack

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Not really sold on the Venturi system, it's just very expensive soft luggage.

I haven't fitted it yet, in the pics it's just resting on the top.

I am going away for a week so need a bit more space than the normal under seat storage. Undecided on weather to tty and fit the box or just stick with throw over panniers.

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panniers and kriega tail pack all the way

Re: Top Box on Fireblade Pillion seat
 

What about the Monster Tail Pack?

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/Motorc..._Pack/482/3305

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I've already got soft panniers and a tank bag which are okay but I wanted something I can lock so if I pass something interesting on my travels I can stop and go for a wander without worrying about whether the luggage is safe.

I know a top box still isn't that safe but really important stuff I can cary with me in a small tank bag and leave all my clothes and stuff locked onto the bike.

Plus I don't really have the cash to buy anothing else.