The Italian company Givi since the late 70s of the last century produces various accessories for motorcycles. Givi wardrobe trunks - special devices (the so-called “bike bags”), have long earned well-deserved popularity among numerous fans of fast driving.
Varieties of motorcycle wardrobe trunks
At the place of attachment to the motorcycle, all wardrobe trunks are divided into four groups:
- side containers for things that are mounted on both sides of the rear wheel;
- rear center, designed to be installed behind the seat;
- special products intended for mounting on a motorcycle tank;
- front center, which is installed in front between the headlight and the wing (usually a small capacity for storing the most necessary tools).
In terms of volume, Givi cases are very diverse: from MT503 (textile, 4 liters) to OBK58A (aluminum, 58 liters). ATV ATK OBK110A ATV has a capacity of 110 liters.
Materials used for manufacturing
In the manufacture of motorcycle trunks, Givi uses such modern materials of high quality:
- aluminum;
- high impact polymer plastic;
- Textiles with special waterproof impregnation (or complete with a protective bag from heavy atmospheric precipitation).
Aluminum products have the greatest strength and durability. In addition, they withstand about twice the weight of the payload compared to analogs of plastic (with the same capacity). However, these products are the most expensive. Textile wardrobe trunks, on the contrary, are the cheapest in the line of these accessories.
Their stiffness is much less than that of aluminum or plastic competitors, but they can be easily transformed into ordinary bags (a shoulder strap is usually included in the package). The most popular (in terms of price / quality / ease of use) are plastic wardrobe trunks. Therefore, it is this variety that is most widely represented by Givi.
Rear wardrobe trunks
Rear wardrobe trunks are the most popular variety of accessories in this category. Even for short trips, a motorcyclist needs to take off his helmet (and sometimes two) somewhere. In addition, these accessories do not increase the overall dimensions of the bike, which is important when driving around the city. The Givi rear carry case is the optimal solution to this problem. The range of these devices is so wide that you can pick up a coffer for a motorcycle of almost any size and class.
Of course, aluminum wardrobe trunks occupy a leading position in this segment, but the price is rather high. So, for example, the Givi DLM46A Trekker Dolomiti model with a volume of 46 liters (2 helmets) costs today from 19,000 to 21,000 rubles. But a plastic product Givi B47NML Blade with the same capacity will cost you 9 400 - 10 500 rubles. Both models can be locked, which is their undoubted advantage.
Textile rear wardrobe trunks are not equipped with such a useful option, but their price is more affordable. So, Givi EA107B (volume 35 liters) costs only 4,300 - 4,800 rubles, including an additional protective cover from heavy rain.
Side wardrobe trunks
Givi rear side wardrobe trunks will be useful for motorcyclists on long outing trips. Depending on the required number of transported things and the size of the bike, you can choose containers from 2 18 to 2⨯58 liters. The choice of material depends on the length of time during which you plan to use them. So, for a trip on vacation (that is, once a year), Givi EA101 textile wardrobe trunks (with a volume of 2 3020 - 30 liters, with a set of belts for fastening and carrying over your shoulder) are quite suitable. The price for a couple is 6,150 - 6,850 rubles.
But for regular trips out of town, plastic E21N902 (with a capacity of 2⨯21 liters) with a quick-detachable fastening system are better suited. Such a set (of 2 pieces) will cost from 9,200 to 10,200 rubles.
Mounting the wardrobe trunks to the motorcycle
The attachment of the side wardrobe trunks depends on the class and brand of the motorcycle and is a prefabricated or monolithic frame structure that is installed at the rear. Givi has developed a system for attaching its wardrobe trunks for most of the most popular motorcycle brands: BMW, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki. The price largely depends on the bike model.
So for a motorcycle BMW K1300S (2009-2016 model year) a mount for side givra Givi PLR692 with a quick-release MONOKEY system (just turn the 3 fixing bolts 90 ° with a special key) costs 10,500 - 11,700 rubles per set, which includes wires and adjusting elements for transmitting turn signals. And for the Yamaha FJR1300 (years of production 2006-2014), the PLX357 kit costs 6,400 - 7,100 rubles.
Givi wardrobe trunks with a Monolock or Monokey fastening system are designed to install the rear central containers in which things are stored. They are installed on the rear trunk of a motorcycle or on a special mounting frame. Package Included:
- area;
- a board that, if necessary, is attached to the bottom of the case (if it is not installed or does not fit your storage capacity model);
- all necessary fasteners;
- manufacturer's installation instructions.
Depending on the brand of the motorcycle and the model of the case, the price of such devices varies from 2,000 to 6,000 rubles.
Attention! The instructions indicate models of wardrobe trunks that can be attached to a specific site. Read it carefully before purchasing. It is even better to buy all the components from Givi at the same time: a set of necessary “boxes”, a mounting frame and a platform. Then, for sure, you will not have any problems with installation and further operation.
Front wardrobe trunks (mostly textile) are attached to the gas tank or front fork between the headlight and the wing using special straps.