Joined Aug 2013
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Berlin, Germany
Cool! I get my aluminum, steel, brass, copper, any type of metals at my local recycler for my projects, they sell all kinds of good pieces for what they paid for them by the pound, way cheaper than a supply house.
finally!!!
after almost 4 months of shipping, my rotopax system has arrived couple of hours ago. now for some more fab work
after almost 4 months of shipping, my rotopax system has arrived couple of hours ago. now for some more fab work
Joined Aug 2013
148 Posts | 0+
Berlin, Germany
If you ever drive through a desert wirh a Hyperstrada - this would be a "must have"! 
I think no one will ever need an extra of fluid-reservoirs..
I think no one will ever need an extra of fluid-reservoirs..
If you ever drive through a desert wirh a Hyperstrada - this would be a "must have"!
I think no one will ever need an extra of fluid-reservoirs..
really, now. all depends on what one intends to do. i'm planning to join a local ride we call boss ironman in january 2015. it's a 1,200-km road ride organized by the local BMW society, from the capital to the mountain ranges in northern luzon and back. it's not actually a race but participants must finish the ride within 24-hrs. all participants are released individually at a certain time interval. while we seldom go over 10 kms here without seeing a petrol station, it certainly helps saving time with less stops between fill-ups at stations and avoiding the queue and the cashier having to swipe your card every time (at least 5 minutes each time). with additional 2 gallons to burn, i increase range by 50%. with a 300-km range of the hystrada inboard tank, do the math
i'm actually considering hooking up the outboard reservoirs to the tank thru the vent tube. i need more research on the plumbing system, though
i just finished the installing the rotopax. it's night time here so i'll take photos tomorrow. bike looks ready to hit the fire roads with the set-up
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Joined Nov 2013
1K Posts | 1+
Inland SoCal
I would be very, very careful about connecting and routing that 'hookup,' or you are risking a fire if you go down...
Also, remember that the engine will have fueling problems if the vent is blocked.
I would be very, very careful about connecting and routing that 'hookup,' or you are risking a fire if you go down...
Also, remember that the engine will have fueling problems if the vent is blocked.
true. thanks for the heads up. i see the bmw guys here plumbing their tanks from reservoirs on tail racks with no problems. the vent is of course part of the system. but then, GS tanks are located at the back so they only needed short fuel lines from the outboard tanks. still doing research on how to safely go about it on the hystrada
light enduro
dressed for the trails... will look more awesome with mud all over
dressed for the trails... will look more awesome with mud all over
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thanks guys
only the red ones are the fuel containers (1 gal each). the black ones are 2-gallon plastic cases to carry luggage and other stuff. the system offers flexibility as you can carry all four containers (as in previous photo)... or just luggage, or just fuel, or one of each, depending on the nature of the ride. it also has a secure lock mechanism. i find the rotopax system solidly built and it's made in the US, hah!! (not china as what 90% of the world's consumer products are). i'm impressed
if i'm plumbing the fuel containers, i've to mount them inboard. my other option is to have the fuel cans mounted high on the tail rack as i only have gravity to make the fuel flow to the inboard tank. pumping the system would make things complicated and i'm not about to venture into that
luggage only
fuel only
lock barrel mechanism
2-gallon each luggage
without containers
only the red ones are the fuel containers (1 gal each). the black ones are 2-gallon plastic cases to carry luggage and other stuff. the system offers flexibility as you can carry all four containers (as in previous photo)... or just luggage, or just fuel, or one of each, depending on the nature of the ride. it also has a secure lock mechanism. i find the rotopax system solidly built and it's made in the US, hah!! (not china as what 90% of the world's consumer products are). i'm impressed
if i'm plumbing the fuel containers, i've to mount them inboard. my other option is to have the fuel cans mounted high on the tail rack as i only have gravity to make the fuel flow to the inboard tank. pumping the system would make things complicated and i'm not about to venture into that
luggage only
fuel only
lock barrel mechanism
2-gallon each luggage
without containers
Hi, I just come across this thread and I must say Monstard you have a very interesting setup. Did you also make provision to mount the Rotopax brackets on the same aluminum x bracket?
I do mostly day trips and figured a good top box and minimal luggage and spare fuel ( for piece of mind ) will be an excellent combo.
When I need to take long trips, then I'll mount the Givi boxes on the side.
How's the alu brackets working for you so far?
I do mostly day trips and figured a good top box and minimal luggage and spare fuel ( for piece of mind ) will be an excellent combo.
When I need to take long trips, then I'll mount the Givi boxes on the side.
How's the alu brackets working for you so far?
Hi,
Today I've finished my Givi E22-project. Thanks Monstard for the inspiration!
My targets have been:
- use of the original mounts, which work pretty well for me
- waterproof luggage system without inner bags
- reduction of width while riding with panniers
The result of this combination is a relatively high and far forward mounting position, but for me it works fine.
Mostly I'm riding without passenger, so 2-person usability isn't prior. After first tests it should still be possible if the passenger is slim.
In the inside the cases are reinforced with a 2mm plastic-sheet. All holes are sealed and the case have the same waterproofnes as before.
I'm going to test the new setup on a 2000km Italy-Tour next weekend. If you're interested I'll keep you updated.
Today I've finished my Givi E22-project. Thanks Monstard for the inspiration!
My targets have been:
- use of the original mounts, which work pretty well for me
- waterproof luggage system without inner bags
- reduction of width while riding with panniers
The result of this combination is a relatively high and far forward mounting position, but for me it works fine.
Mostly I'm riding without passenger, so 2-person usability isn't prior. After first tests it should still be possible if the passenger is slim.
In the inside the cases are reinforced with a 2mm plastic-sheet. All holes are sealed and the case have the same waterproofnes as before.
I'm going to test the new setup on a 2000km Italy-Tour next weekend. If you're interested I'll keep you updated.
sorry for the very very late reply as i haven't checked in on here for several months
the aluminum brackets convert from givi monokey to rotopax system and vice versa, takes around 10 minutes to remove and replace the mounting hardware. the system is solid and it's on my bike for almost a year now with no problems
stickers inside the givi cases warn of 120 kph maximum speed when mounted. i tested up to 165 kph and it held fast, but i'm not optimistic it won't fail at some point given the vibration and severe wind drag at that speed produced by the case's large frontal area. for peace of mind, i now fasten rokstraps around the cases
the rotopax system has a smaller frontal area against wind drag, the material it's made of is more durable/tougher than the givi. i'm confident it (rotopax) will stay on the bike at the fastest speed the hyper can take it with no worries. it can even act as crash guards and protect the bike
hi HS821,
your set-up is the simplest way to convert to the E22 cases. downside is, can't remove the cases that quickly. if it works for you, then it's fine. i've also considered punching holes in the givi cases and bolting them directly to hyper's brackets. but i wanted the cases to mount on/come off quickly/easily as needed
so how are the cases holding so far? any updates?
