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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: guzziart on April 23, 2025, 04:12:06 PM
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Hi All,
I'm giving some thought to installing a Harbor Freight - Apache Hard Case to the tail rack of my '23 Travel. I like the idea of adding 24L - 38L of low profile weather proof storage for $40-$60. A friend of mine installed one on his CT125. I was wondering if anyone here has installed one on their v85.
Thanks,
Art
(https://i.ibb.co/spnXNmBQ/Apache-Case-on-ct125.jpg) (https://ibb.co/spnXNmBQ)
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I did a Pelican hard case on my KTM 625smc. I fabricated some slide retainers and used a cabinet lock to hold it in place rather than fully bolting down. It worked well and wasn't terribly hard to do if you are handy.
Sorry I don't have any pics. It was years ago. I really did like the feature of being able to quick and easy remove the case even though it wasn't so secure it could not be stolen. I figured if they wanted it that bad I couldn't keep them from just using a sawzall and cutting the case open anyways.
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I did what you are thinking of, it worked fine. I just found that I wanted more depth so I added a top box instead. I bolted mine down for piece of mind.
(https://i.ibb.co/KjZvdhh5/IMG-20250423-205252.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KjZvdhh5)
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I did also. That sort of box can take a hit better than the official ones.
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Years ago, I bolted a small Storm Case on the rear rack of my Ducati E900.
If you don't need quick disconnect, using a Pelican-type case is an affordable and secure way to add a top case.
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Hi,
Thanks for the quick responses!
Hey izzuG....Do you recall what size case you installed? HF has a large (3800) and extra large (4800), idk if the model number refers to size but the large is about 24 liters and the extra large is about 38 liters. Also, I like your Eldo! I've got one of those chrome rear fender protectors too but never installed it due to interference with the rear rack,
Art
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I have a pelican case on my V11. It's great, tough and watertight. I just used U-bolts to secure it to the rack. I found a bag made to fit the interior and I just put all my overnight stuff in there and carry it in like a suitcase.
(https://i.ibb.co/Xr8PvQrx/IMG-5789.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Xr8PvQrx)
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I have been doing it for years. Latest is the Vault Boxes from Pelican,and C-bow mounts .. I have used the Givi rings,Alumimum style for quick release on certain boxes.You can get just the bow side/female for mounting any bow
you like..Rotopax is nice on the rear box top..
(https://i.ibb.co/4gNSyWzs/IMG020250418-184514.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4gNSyWzs)
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I have the 2800 model on my Convert.
I felt that this size was the best choice for my needs.
I also find the size and scale works as I don't get any bufiting or side push when large Trucks pass.
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(https://i.ibb.co/QFpCNWrG/20250424-123456.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QFpCNWrG)
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There are side cases on Ebay that are quite inexpensive. I bought a pair 2 or 3 years ago, they are $72.50 a pair. They are light yet pretty tough and are like Givi cases. I used the CBow mounts and the female bracket to mount them. I am very happy with them especially at the price. I have a stupid Chrome Book, even though I finally figured out how to save a link I still haven't figured out how to insert it. The easiest way to find them is to search for Segway Hard Cases being sold by InterstateBlue.
kk
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I had the 3800 on mine.
My Eldo had the tabs for the rear rack removed by the previous owner, so no interference issues for me.
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I had the 3800 on mine.
My Eldo had the tabs for the rear rack removed by the previous owner, so no interference issues for me.
:thumb:
Thanks All!
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So, I bought the HF Apache 3800 and installed it on my v85. I mounted the case on a 10" x 15" x 1/8" aluminum plate I bought for $20 at the Metal Superstore, then mounted that assembly on to the rear rack after removing the plastic foo-foo Xplate. Mounting to the rack required shimming up about 0.410" at the four L-tabs to slightly clear the tubular portion of the rack. I'm in hopes that those four tabs are strong enough to handle no more than the 10-12lbs of crap that I may carry in the case. The whole thing cost me less that $100 and about 4 hours of my time, if I was 30 years younger I coulda done it in an hour! Also, I removed the case carry handle and two side latches, their hinge pins are easily driven out from the opposite end of the pin having knurling. The $60 HF Appache case is better engineered & constructed than the hard cases that came on the Travel, imho.
Art