Nelson Rigg Side Cases for the C600

grey.hound

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https://www.nelsonrigg.com/luggage/spirit-series/touring-saddlebags-detail.html
I got them for $70 on Amazon with free shipping too. The prices on Amazon are about %30 less than advertised.
They weight about 5 pounds total for the pair. My bracket, less than 2 lbs.

I little quick test pack to see how much they could hold;
1 side case (comfortably) holds: 3 pairs of socks & underwear, 4 T-shirts, one pair gym shorts and 1 pair of jeans with some room to spare. Probably a hoodie could also fit. I didn't stuff or cram anything in. The clothes weighed another 5 pounds.

They are listed as holding 23.68 liters of stuff. They aren't a rectangle so I would guess closer to 20 liters each.

Spy shots leaked from my own garage!

 
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grey.hound

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Got them tonight, test fit. My biggest concern was the strap length. I didn't know if they would actually fit across the seat, that's not a problem. Next to see if they will go under the seat. All of this is still preliminary. Still working on the mounting configuration to see what is best. There is a protective pad as you can see from the pics. It is removable. It is designed to protect the bike and it's non-slip.



 
grey.hound

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Ok, I think I've found the final fit/build for the brackets. I do need some help with an issue of convenience. The problem is that with the bar across the top, I can't open the seat. The 1/2 pvc pipe is just a little to wide. I've tried for hours to build a system that bypasses that and still provides the support necessary, but no luck. I want something that will be quickly removable yet provide support and stability. When I do the final build, it should take about 1 minute to attach and detach the mounts. Of course they will be painted too. I will also put protective pads where necessary. Oh, and the issue of the seat shouldn't be an issue on day trips, I won't use the bags. These bags are for weekend getaways, just allowing my wife to bring more of her stuff :cool:

39" across and clears the exhaust by about 4"
Some pics:




 
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Snowdog

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You could have used the topcase brackets and avoided the cross piece. Look at the racks I built, the cross piece goes under the bracket.side case 1.jpg

Another quick way to build a rack is to get hand rail parts from the Marine store, such as West Marine. You can get stainless (expensive) or plated zink (cheaper). They have set screws which you can use to hold the parts together, although , you would want to drill holes and use machine screws after your design is firm. I made a rack once that way and then tack welded the elbows when I was done. Now I weld all the parts together.
 
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IMG_0204.jpg

The hand grip mounting bolts can be used with a spacer to hold the rack front. This rack will get a lower cross bar for the larger boxes, my E21 boxes don't need it.

This design is larger then it needs to be, which allows using it for duffel bags or other odd luggage.
 
grey.hound

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Thanks Snowdog. I looked at your gallery to see what you had done. I considered using something bolted on. I decided on something that would go on and off in minutes since the side cases are self supported. The mounts keep the bags from sagging in towards the tires.

 
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An Idea

grey.hound said:
Thanks Snowdog. I looked at your gallery to see what you had done. I considered using something bolted on. I decided on something that would go on and off in minutes since the side cases are self supported. The mounts keep the bags from sagging in towards the tires.

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An idea for some soft bag maker. A couple of sleeves on the back of the bag for for the spreader bars you want. The sleeves would be a tighter version of a tent pole sleeve and you would bend up some rod into a u shape, depending on the bike, and slide them in from the top.
There are many versions of brackets for keeping the bags off the tires or away from the mufflers.
 
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grey.hound

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By the way for reference compared to the GIVI bags, which have their own benefits:

Cost, over $300 for the EASYLOCK bags plus another $100 for the mounting system; they hold 25 liters each and are expandable, so probably up to 35 liters each.
Dimensions are similar to the Nelson Rigg SPRT 50 but each GIVI bag is two inches wider (4 inches when expanded) and almost 2 inches more from top to bottom.
Of course they are probably easier to pack since they open from the side, are lockable, and can just clip on to the mounting brackets. Plus the brackets are not homemade and the bags do not need to cross over/under the seat.

Still, with all materials I'm right at $100. Oh, and these bags have a lifetime warranty.
 
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grey.hound said:
By the way for reference compared to the GIVI bags, which have their own benefits:

Cost, over $300 for the EASYLOCK bags plus another $100 for the mounting system; they hold 25 liters each and are expandable, so probably up to 35 liters each.
Dimensions are similar to the Nelson Rigg SPRT 50 but each GIVI bag is two inches wider (4 inches when expanded) and almost 2 inches more from top to bottom.
Of course they are probably easier to pack since they open from the side, are lockable, and can just clip on to the mounting brackets. Plus the brackets are not homemade and the bags do not need to cross over/under the seat.

Still, with all materials I'm right at $100. Oh, and these bags have a lifetime warranty.
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The socket idea is good, although the closet rod sockets might prove too shallow, again check the Marine store for railing sockets, which are deeper.
I have toured with a duffle bag over the seat, with duffles attached to side racks, boxes on side racks, and of course always with a top box, and have found I just prefer boxes. Digging stuff out of duffles bags becomes tedious ( your bags would be easier then duffles), and boxes just go on and off so easily and flip open to work out of in the motel or campsite. I have also carried tires, beach chairs , large tripods , long tent poles, etc.,on the racks as attachment is easier and putting them across the seat can be hazardous. What I have done is expensive, but, this is my hobby, it is exempt!!
 
grey.hound

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This set up is all in preparation for a possible trip this summer for the two of us. We have never done more than just a few hours together, ever. If there was any hint that she might want to even go for a ride some day, I would have opted for the GT. Baby Steps.

If this becomes a regular use thing, I will create/buy something more permanent if this seems to be a hassle. Right now, I'm liking this set up to get us to a hotel with our stuff then remove the bags while we are there.

 
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grey.hound

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99% Final. I tried putting the straps for the bags under the seat and don't like the way the bags settle as much as when they go over.







Plenty of distance from the exhaust:


Only thing missing now is a holiday two riders
 
exavid

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I like the way the mounting hardware is unobtrusive when the top box and bags are on the bike. Very clean looking installation.:cool:
 
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2stroker

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Does the FlexCase still operate normally? It looks obstructed, but might just be the angles.

Sorry, side question - can I ask what sort of tankbag you've got there? Looks a perfect fit!
 
grey.hound

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Thanks exavid, I wanted to make it as simple and integrated looking as possible.

As for the flex case, no it cannot open with the brackets. I tried and tried to work around that but for stability the crossbar needed to go there.

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