Luggage

MAK · Mar 29, 2021

961 luggage.Now the weather seems to be warming up for now! our thoughts must turn to travel and exploring,so we need somewhere to keep our maps spare gloves,spare glasses,ibuprofen,sanategen,ralgex etc.Have put luggage pictures on another thread but here goes again.
What ideas do you have?

BLIGHTYBRIT/SF · Mar 29, 2021

Not as tidy as your rack but does the job

MAK · Mar 29, 2021

BLIGHTYBRIT/SF said:
Not as tidy as your rack but does the job

The plate is a SW Motec item which can take a Givi baseplate,A top box can be fitted but looks awful and is totally heavy.
The rack also doubles as grab handles for the pillion due to the immense power!

TonyA · Mar 30, 2021

MAK said:
The plate is a SW Motec item which can take a Givi baseplate,A top box can be fitted but looks awful and is totally heavy.
The rack also doubles as grab handles for the pillion due to the immense power!View attachment 78900

Really nice back rack ! I might have missed the details . Are you saying that SW Motec make this back rack to fit Norton 961 Dual seat models ? That is great news . If not can you elaborate on what you did to make this fit for those who have dual seats ? Thanks

MAK · Mar 30, 2021

TonyA said:
Really nice back rack ! I might have missed the details . Are you saying that SW Motec make this back rack to fit Norton 961 Dual seat models ? That is great news . If not can you elaborate on what you did to make this fit for those who have dual seats ? Thanks

I made the grab rail parts from bits that I had removed from other bikes.
It was made to accept a Sw Motech base plate from a KTM 390.
I tacked it up then got someone who is a lot better welder than me to do it properly.It was then powder coated.
So basically a one off.

TonyA · Mar 30, 2021

MAK said:
I made the grab rail parts from bits that I had removed from other bikes.
It was made to accept a Sw Motech base plate from a KTM 390.
I tacked it up then got someone who is a lot better welder than me to do it properly.It was then powder coated.
So basically a one off.

A really nice job you did ! You won't be seeing those on every corner .

Bluedog 55 · Apr 17, 2021

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/284006648729
I’ve posted this before but a mate of mine custom built these for my bike he does others as well, that’s my bike in the photos I’ve done a couple of decent trips and they work a treat. I also fitted the Givi tank bag.
here’s the bike fully loaded last time I was out.

RamonArmstrong · Dec 28, 2021

MAK said:
961 luggage.Now the weather seems to be warming up for now! our thoughts must turn to travel and exploring,so we need somewhere to keep our maps spare gloves,spare glasses,ibuprofen,sanategen,ralgex etc.Have put luggage pictures on another thread but here goes again.
What ideas do you have?View attachment 78878 View attachment 78877

Can you please share the buying link for these side bags? I am looking to buy one under $150 and have found any till now. Are they waterproof or come with a waterproof cover? How is your experience with these bags? Do they cause any handle wobbling when going on highway speed? I had one but experienced very poor handling when installed.

kommando · Dec 28, 2021

RamonArmstrong said:
Can you please share the buying link for these side bags? I am looking to buy one under $150 and have found any till now. Are they waterproof or come with a waterproof cover? How is your experience with these bags? Do they cause any handle wobbling when going on highway speed? I had one but experienced very poor handling when installed.

These sidebags are for 961's recently built in last decade and a different frame to the earlier Commando buit 68 to 77, for a 1974 you need to look in the Classic Norton sub forum, there is a Triumph Thruxton set which fit a 74 very well.

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RamonArmstrong · Dec 2, 2022

I know it is a bit off-topic, but please don't berate me for that. have any of you guys install a sissy bar (something like this Iron Born Standard 25" Sissy Bar for Harley Sportster 883 Custom XL883C Chrome) on the back? I mean it will carry much for stuff than the tail bag and I wonder if there are any aftermarket or OEM sissy bar available?

BritTwit · Dec 2, 2022

I can't remember ever seeing a 961 with a sissy bar.
Kind of destroys the cafe lines of the bike, but I guess there's a first time for everything.
If the look worked at all on a 961, I would think it best on a California 961 with high bars.
That would give the bike a type of '70s HiRider look.

jan nelder · Dec 31, 2022

I have fitted ( to a California) some old BMW pannier frames and panniers, with interconnecting top box and rack. I used a bracing bar across the rear attached to the rear light bracket, and removed passenger foot pegs to allow a bottom bracket for frames. Used shock top mounts for top main mounts.
Also added a rear mudguard extender ( random secondhand Jap. plastic rear guard chopped up)

robs ss · Dec 31, 2022

jan nelder said:
I have fitted ( to a California) some old BMW pannier frames and panniers, with interconnecting top box and rack. I used a bracing bar across the rear attached to the rear light bracket, and removed passenger foot pegs to allow a bottom bracket for frames. Used shock top mounts for top main mounts.
Also added a rear mudguard extender ( random secondhand Jap. plastic rear guard chopped up)

Jan - you know the deal - without photos it didn't happen

Happy new year!

jan nelder · Jan 5, 2023

robs ss said:
Jan - you know the deal - without photos it didn't happen
Happy new year!

you can message me privately with email, as I can’t easily post pics!

FrostNorton · Jun 21, 2023

MAK said:
961 luggage.Now the weather seems to be warming up for now! our thoughts must turn to travel and exploring,so we need somewhere to keep our maps spare gloves,spare glasses,ibuprofen,sanategen,ralgex etc.Have put luggage pictures on another thread but here goes again.
What ideas do you have?View attachment 78878 View attachment 78877

Hi, it looks very nice with these chromed saddlebags spacer, where did you buy these or what motorcycles are these made for, best regards.

Thunderbolt888 · Jan 24, 2025

MAK said:
961 luggage.Now the weather seems to be warming up for now! our thoughts must turn to travel and exploring,so we need somewhere to keep our maps spare gloves,spare glasses,ibuprofen,sanategen,ralgex etc.Have put luggage pictures on another thread but here goes again.
What ideas do you have?View attachment 78878 View attachment 78877

Mak, what tank bag and harness is that? Baglux/Bagster?

BLIGHTYBRIT/SF · Jan 24, 2025

Another alternative is my latest set up for overnighters , 20lt Givi tank bag which I’ve used for 9 years , I’ve the electrical Powerpack GIVI accessories inside with 3XUSB ports + 12v point , wired straight to battery with its own fuse, adapter plate on fuel cap is for a 1050 triumph .

The GIVI Outback Trekker pack is 38lts , designed really to go inside or on top of the GIVI top box , comes with the yellow bungees, sits of that bit of padding as shown , straps on & off very quickly & is rock solid.

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