Comparing the V46 GIVI to the Corbin trunk on my Spyder...

[SpyderGirl]

:doorag: Nah, it's all good. The more information the better.

 

[smokster]

Hey smokster, my V46 brake light setup has continued to work fine, although like you say it is fairly limited in its scope (just the red dotted lights). I leave it on most of the time, but often remove it when washing the Spyder. I always make sure the connection is dried off before putting the box back in place. Therefore, for the most part, the connection is not exposed to the elements. This may be the difference in the functionality of my box as opposed to yours.

Sorry if this sidebar is hijacking your thread, Spydergirl!

Cheers,

Bruce

I must be a lucky one then
I take it off every long trip though.
Still love the unit.
I packed 3 days of clothes in there last weekend
Spydergirl, I use it with the kewmetal rack that also gives you additional options

 

[WackyDan]

The V46 actually sits a little higher than that than in the photoshop picture. I have the v46 and $75 V46 backrest option.

I like the look of the corbin, especially when paired with the fleetliners. They just make the lines of the bike flow.

But I have the V35's as well, so the V46 was complimentary to those, and I bomb around most of the time with just the v46 on the bike. Lots of room.

Comes down to pros and cons of space, looks, and the ability to remove the Givi.

 

[docdoru]

Red Corbin trunk IMO to match the bags.

Take a look at the Director's Spyder:

 

[DynamoBT]

Not to threadjack, but WackyDan what rack/plate do you have that the Givi topcase mounts on?

 

[vtrider]

I plan to get a trunk with a backrest setup for my spyder when I can afford it. I personally like the corbin trunk for looks and how it fits on the spyder. I want to leave the trunk in place once installed, so removal is not a concern for me. You can't go wrong with the Givi bags though. They make some good quallity stuff.

 

[jnt]

We have the V46 and love it! It will hold two full face helms plus?? Can add lites.

 

[Motza]

Corbin matches better with your side bags, Givi has a whole different look. I personally wouldn't mix the two together JMO

I'd like to see a real nice set of Black leather hard case side bags

 

[smokster]

We have the V46 and love it! It will hold two full face helms plus?? Can add lites.

They advertise two full face, my 2 shoei helmets do not fit

 

[WackyDan]

Not to threadjack, but WackyDan what rack/plate do you have that the Givi topcase mounts on?

You can't use the BRP sport rack or backrest with the V46. You have to use the rack specific to the V46 to the best of my knowledge. Rack looks decent when the top case is off, and you could probably tie up some other stuff to it if needed.

Here is a site that will give you an idea..
http://www.sporttour.com/luggage/givi/case_v46.htm

and another with the top rack option and light kits.
http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/602

I can fit my wife's Sys-max in there but not mine. and no way would it hold two of those modular helmets.

I'm still torn between the givis I have and the Corbin stuff. If I had bought a phantom, I would have absolutely gone FLeetliner instead.

My biggest regret with the Givis, is not waiting for the BRP V35's and racks. Being able to pull the side racks on a whim would have been nice. I ended up with the I7 racks. Ok.,.so its not a big regret.

 

[Lamonster]

If you really want an opinion I'll give you mine.

If you got Corbin bags then go with the Corbin trunk. The quality of the two products is going to stand out like a sore thumb. The Corbin looks custom and flows with the lines of the Spyder. Adding a GIVI with the Corbin will always look out of place. IMHO

Now if you like the GIVI setup then why not sell the Corbin bags and go all GIVI. You would be money ahead and it would look much better having matching bags and trunk.:thumbup:

GIVI are known more for the piratical aspect of their product, not the styling. They look fine but they are not a custom looking bag/trunk. I have a GIVI trunk sitting here now that I've had on my Boss Hoss and my M109R and it just never looked right to me.

Bottomline is you got to do what you think is right but you did ask what we thought.

 

[SpyderGirl]

Well then I just think I'll hold out for the hopes of a larger Corbin trunk as rumored. For now I've got plenty of storage -- just purchased my PiggyBacker last night.

Thanks all for the input and advice.

 

[FANG]

What about using Kewlmetal truck plate as a mount for the GIVI's - don't think you are limited to the GIVI mounting system ????? :dontknow:

 

[smokster]

Just wondering....are you more confused now then before posting?:dontknow:

 

[SpyderGirl]

Just wondering....are you more confused now then before posting?:dontknow:

Me? Nope. Just getting opinions and ideas. I always like to dream about mods while I am at work and this was just an idea I was toying around with in my head. :doorag: