Looking for a 3-piece luggage system:rack and hardbags

[grcamna7]

I just bought an 08' FZ6 S2 and want to go to the grocery store,etc.
I want a strong top rack(w/ a top case)which I can opt to install a platform to carry items later-on,when needed;and I want the side-racks to hold large luggage hard cases. A set of Givi monokeys would be great.

I have luggage racks on my vintage bikes.
I love riding the FZ6 and don't like to use my Honda 125 w/ it's luggage rack and vintage BMW Krauser hardbags. The GIVI's look more aero and I'm in Search Mode for mounting racks so I can stay on the FZ6.

 

[grahammarsden]

You'll need the PLX 360 adapter kit to replace the exhaust clamps so you can fit the pannier racks.

Unfortunately these appear to be rarer than rocking horse poop these days...

 

[grcamna7]

You'll need the PLX 360 adapter kit to replace the exhaust clamps so you can fit the pannier racks.

Unfortunately these appear to be rarer than rocking horse poop these days...

I see..
I can only hope to purchase a full set of the rack assembly which might include the GIVI PLX360 adapter kit,if a seller will be willing to sell the entire set.
Graham, thanks for letting me know about these adapters;will they be branded as GIVI separately,or come with a full GIVI adapter kit which I may find NOS,at some point.. ?
Do you have a GIVI brand set of luggage on your FZ6,and if so,will you be willing to take a couple pictures of the complete rack assembly for me which show the mounting points ? thanks again,Bill

 

[grahammarsden]

Graham, thanks for letting me know about these adapters;will they be branded as GIVI separately,or come with a full GIVI adapter kit which I may find NOS,at some point.. ?
Do you have a GIVI brand set of luggage on your FZ6,and if so,will you be willing to take a couple pictures of the complete rack assembly for me which show the mounting points ? thanks again,Bill

The adapters are (were) sold as a kit, I have the S model (2004-2006) for which I needed the PLX-351 as the setup is slightly different from the S2.

Here's a pic I took a few years ago when I did a lot of work on the bike during the Covid Lockdown (it needed it, as you can see!)

The PLX 351 kit is the black band that goes around the exhaust and a bolt (rusty in the pic) goes through the pannier rack and top box plate mount and secures into a socket on the band.

The pannier racks then bolt onto the footpeg hangers.

 

[grcamna7]

The adapters are (were) sold as a kit, I have the S model (2004-2006) for which I needed the PLX-351 as the setup is slightly different from the S2.

Here's a pic I took a few years ago when I did a lot of work on the bike during the Covid Lockdown (it needed it, as you can see!)

The PLX 351 kit is the black band that goes around the exhaust and a bolt (rusty in the pic) goes through the pannier rack and top box plate mount and secures into a socket on the band.

The pannier racks then bolt onto the footpeg hangers.

Graham,I never owned a GIVI luggage system,and it looks like the side-bags bolt right to the racks from the backside of the hardbags?
Will you take a closer picture of the black band(PLX351)which goes around the exhaust? I can't quite see it. thanks,Bill

 

[grahammarsden]

Graham,I never owned a GIVI luggage system,and it looks like the side-bags bolt right to the racks from the backside of the hardbags?
Will you take a closer picture of the black band(PLX351)which goes around the exhaust? I can't quite see it. thanks,Bill

If you do a search for the part number, there's plenty of pics which show it better.

 

[grcamna7]

I'll just keep looking around.

 

[grcamna7]

I don't know a thing about GIVI but I like their original style hardcases(much better than the new black ones)which are very nicely styled.
I want to learn more about them:I need more information on their luggage systems/different bags and cases,etc. 'Standard Stuff' along with mounting brackets/kits.
I called their dealer in NC. today and asked a salesman for information:I asked a question,and.. he asked a question... I learned nothing from him.
Does anyone here know if there's a site specifically dedicated to GIVI which will give me Lots of information about their history and which cases they originally had,which ones they have now;plus which mounting brackets to use for my FZ6 S2 ??
I'm doing this to 'gain as much information as possible' about GIVI in a helpful way,so that I can make a proper informed decision before I purchase.

I really Like the original style GIVI side cases(almost looked like a 'D' shape)which are said to be very good quality,strong & durable.

Does anyone here know GIVI and their products very well who I can start a conversation with ?
I really need more information.

 

[tuning-forks]

That eyeroll response is exceedingly rude and uncalled for.
As is the 'spin my wheels' here remark. People here have tried hard to help you, most have given up by now.

 

[grcamna7]

That eyeroll response is exceedingly rude and uncalled for.
As is the 'spin my wheels' here remark. People here have tried hard to help you, most have given up by now.

I mean no disrespect;no drama please.
'Spin my wheels' happens alot to me;I wasn't referring to the forum.
You've got the wrong idea about me.
'tuning-forks', I appreciate how you have helped me,sincerely;from now-on please refrain from using phrases like "People here have tried to help you".
Don't try to set me up for a 'gaslight drama',ok?
You owe me an apology for your comments.

 

[Gary in NJ]

Because the FZ6 has been out of production for over a decade there is little in the way of aftermarket support. Luggage, and most aftermarket accessories for the FZ6, are hard to come by. Your best bet is to browse eBay and other places where you can find used parts. But do know that luggage for an FZ6 was not common, so the pool of parts is shallow.

 

[tuning-forks]

You owe me an apology for your comments.

Thank you for editing out the comments I mentioned.

 

[grcamna7]

Because the FZ6 has been out of production for over a decade there is little in the way of aftermarket support. Luggage, and most aftermarket accessories for the FZ6, are hard to come by. Your best bet is to browse eBay and other places where you can find used parts. But do know that luggage for an FZ6 was not common, so the pool of parts is shallow.

I understand
I need to learn as much as possible about GIVI,as they seem the best.

 

[grcamna7]

Can anyone give me information on another brand of luggage hard-bags w/ attachment racks ?
While I'm searching for them,I may need to widen my search beyond GIVI.

Do you have any search parameters I might use;possibly a search engine or similar ?

 

[grcamna7]

I just found and ordered a used set of damaged Givi bags that come with the PLX360 lower rack,although it might be bent;better than constantly needing to carry everything in a knapsack.
The price was reasonable,so I can live with the scratches,etc.

 

[grcamna7]

This is a picture of my order.

 

[grcamna7]

I just found and ordered a used set of damaged Givi bags that come with the PLX360 lower rack,although it might be bent;better than constantly needing to carry everything in a knapsack.
The price was reasonable,so I can live with the scratches,etc.

 

[grcamna7]

I don't know if this one will be possible(shipping,$,etc.),but as far as a set of top parts for the top rack:will this kit(or similar)complete a luggage system for my S2 and will it tie the upper and lower racks together for more strength ?

 

[grahammarsden]

This is a picture of my order.

That says FZ6R.

It may not be compatible with an FZ6-S2 which you said you had.

 

[grcamna7]