Recent content by comeundone

It can be done, but I don't recommend it. It's not overly difficult to remove the frame, but you end up replacing certain factory bolts with longer GIVI bolts. Switching them back and forth would likely eventually strip out these threads. I also recommend using Locktite or nylon locking nuts...

I have the 2013 C650 with the BMW authorized topcase accessory. A week ago, I ordered the Givi mounts for the side cases before I dropped the money on the side cases themselves. Last night, I installed the mounting hardware. It went fairly easily. I did have to notch out the plastic on the BMW...

I didn't buy it from a dealer. I bought it online back in January. It shipped and read "delivered" but I never received the package. After months of running around and police reports and threats to contest the charge on my card, it finally came yesterday. As much as I had to fight just to get...

For cold weather riding, I use these. http://www.amazon.com/Kwik-Tek-ScootR-Logic-Mitts/dp/B002887TWE They just wrap around with velcro, so no drilling. I use a cheap pair of leather Thinsulate gloves while riding in the winter. The mitts take care of the wind for you, so you just need a little...

I just installed the genuine BMW topcase yesterday. Decided I wanted more room. Today, I was shopping for the Givi side cases, and saw that same info - that you need the Givi rear rack to install them. Wish I would have read that sooner, or I would have went with Givi all around. I'm very...

Hi, I just joined today. I have a 2013 C650 GT, and I've been thinking about getting the Givi sidecases. On my last scooter, a Piaggio BV500, I had installed the official Piaggio panniers. They looked fine, but I encountered a problem when trying to carry a passenger: there was no place for...