Ghostdog
11-02-2005, 10:38 AM
Recently received and installed the Hepco Becker Topcase with topcase rack also from HB. First the rack was very easy to install. As others mention the instructions are only in German, but with limited parts it was easy to figure out. My biggest question was weather to remove the OEM rubber pad on the Suzuki rack since I needed the holes underneath for bolts. My other option was to cut holes to access the bolt holes. I did end up removing the rubber pad and the top case rack attached nicely.
The Journey 40L topcase feels very solid overall. I purchased it to have a hard case that will be on the bike 95% of the time for commutes, short trips and jaunts to the grocery store. I may purchase the 50L for when that long distance trip comes up someday. I admit I did order it partly for how it looks on the bike. I was concerned of ordering something that would look too large or too bulbous. The black and silver looks great and the large reflector on the back is just added security at night plus fits the looks well. It sits on the bike like it was meant for the width of it. I recently ordered Junior 40/30L hard side cases as they seemed to be the best fit and function for the bike with enough space. The topcase should be more than enough room for daily rides without having to keep the sidecases on all the time.
The Journey Topcase is a tight fit on the rack. As I locked it down I was nervous I'd break the plastic latch, but it latched into position like it was meant to and is very immovable on the rack. Holds a full face helmet with no problem. I have an Icon Mainfraim fullface and position it side ways. I'll update the pics below with an interior shot. I found that there still is plenty of room after putting the helmet in for my gloves, glasses, safety vest. I think I could probably get a small plastic bag of items in there if needed. Have not checked the waterproofness of it yet, but hopefully this weekend with the rain predicted. Woo hoo!
Lance
http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/1718/topcase017pj.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
The Journey 40L topcase feels very solid overall. I purchased it to have a hard case that will be on the bike 95% of the time for commutes, short trips and jaunts to the grocery store. I may purchase the 50L for when that long distance trip comes up someday. I admit I did order it partly for how it looks on the bike. I was concerned of ordering something that would look too large or too bulbous. The black and silver looks great and the large reflector on the back is just added security at night plus fits the looks well. It sits on the bike like it was meant for the width of it. I recently ordered Junior 40/30L hard side cases as they seemed to be the best fit and function for the bike with enough space. The topcase should be more than enough room for daily rides without having to keep the sidecases on all the time.
The Journey Topcase is a tight fit on the rack. As I locked it down I was nervous I'd break the plastic latch, but it latched into position like it was meant to and is very immovable on the rack. Holds a full face helmet with no problem. I have an Icon Mainfraim fullface and position it side ways. I'll update the pics below with an interior shot. I found that there still is plenty of room after putting the helmet in for my gloves, glasses, safety vest. I think I could probably get a small plastic bag of items in there if needed. Have not checked the waterproofness of it yet, but hopefully this weekend with the rain predicted. Woo hoo!
Lance
http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/1718/topcase017pj.jpg (http://imageshack.us)