For a KLR 650 and no side luggage racks, will the exhaust pipe be an issue?
1123476
I think it will be an issue. I now have a DRZ 400, w/ side racks that prevent the bags from touching the exhaust, I owned 2 KLR's and I think the bag will touch the exhaust.
1123477
I have side luggage racks so I am not positive if it will cause an issue with no racks.
1123478
Joseph, dont know exactly-my vstrom 650 no rack either, i moved exhaust guard out to create larger air space and lined back of guard with adhesive heat shield-no issues whatsoever-perhaps klr forums might cover this easy mod
1123479
I used racks from Dirtracks dot com. Pretty inexpensive and give a lot of structure for the bags to strap to. What you don't want is something coming lose and catching in the rear spokes, which could kill you.
1123480
Joseph B, you will need something to keep the weight of the bags from pushing the plastic onto the exhaust. I was in a hurry and fashioned a "quick fix" with some "L" brackets and some tubing I had around the garage. Later (on-line) I found some made brackets (Dirt-Bagz), that are rather inexpensive and would be a great addition to these bags. AS
1123481
Unknown. I put mine on a DR650 with side racks. The racks are only $85 though from Precision Motorcycle Racks. Bags are good and cheap too!
1123482
Yes. You need to tie any loose straps up with zip ties. I melted one strap that was loose. I ended up installing luggage racks.
2162555
No, you don't need a rack. But - just be sure your bike doesn't have tapered stems because you'll have a heck of a time with this seat. It will require permanent installation.
1639731
Thank you for your question. It is really hard to determine if this bag would fit on your bike. Here is a link directly from the Nelson-Rigg website explaining the installation of this bag. "http://www.nelsonrigg.com/installation/Install%20saddlebags.pdf" They recommend a minimum of 1" clearance above exhaust pipe. Since I am unable to see your bike personally, its hard to say yes or no. Please have a look at the link above for more information. Thanks in advance Riders Island
17859
I use these as a spare saddlebag that i mount above my hard case saddlebags. I do not think any kind of rack would be needed as long as the bags are not resting against your exhaust. There are tons of straps included to mount them to about any type of bike.
2140655
In general they are very low profile compared to other bulky racks I was looking at. The wind drag and noise isn't too bad on my subaru, but I also have a Yakima faring for aerodynamtic purposes along with wind deflection.
1713391
Pretty vague on details, however the best suggestion I can give is to lay out all parts for each side before attempting to install. If you are running stock exhaust, there would be no issues on brake side. Google image some bikes and see how they look installed. I had both sides done in about an hour.
194133
Yes, Harley hasn't made any changes to the exhaust with the Rushmore upgrades. You should be fine
708680
No it does not you are going to have to make some modifications to your bike and the exhaust as well.
353381
The exhaust is on the right side near the top and near the front. For my installation, I cut a small hole in the side f the shelf ends. Has worked fine for ten years.
354749
No but unless you have a lot of miles on your bike the ones that are currently in it should be fine, but I would suggest inspecting them when you remove the stock pipes for damage.
441638
Yea but you need pipes to extend from you new muffler to tail pipes. But extend the double side because it will decrease more drag then extending the single side
766756
It will probably be fine. I would do something to improve the winch strap tie downs. I think that I will drill holes next to the existing rings (For some eye bolts) or have some stronger loops welded on for any sort of lengthy journey. Everything else seems overbuilt. It will still sway a bit over bumps...no hot rodding with a bike on the rack
17858
Not really because they strap across the seat also. But side racks are real helpfull to secure them away from moving parts and the hot exhaust
1989898
Yes. There is sufficient distance between the two racks so that your bikes should not touch. However, you will need to load the bikes in opposite directions to ensure the handle bars don't touch.
997150
I usually only carry my one bike on it most of the time. Never had a problem with the rack.
2030374
I looked at pics of Suzuki 700 KingQuad and I think it should fit. Mine is on a Polaris 800 which has a flat rear rack. The Kolpin rack has a 1 7/8" gap between the drop section and the section that sits on the back rack (full width of Kolpin rack). I think that turned up section on yours should fit in that slot. I'd send a pic of mine but not sure how to. Agree also with the other folks...find a longer tongue if plan to pull a spreader or something like that. This has been a great buy for hauling stuff on our small farm.
966908
No, the under seat exhaust and minimal tail section would make it very hard to keep in place. The heat from the exhaust would melt or degrade the straps that hold it in place.