Givi Maxia top box, backrest.

[injundave]

I recently bought a Givi E50 Maxia top box. It was second-hand when I bought it. It came fitted with an accessory back rest which is slightly damaged. Does anyone have one surplus to requirements or know of something I may be able to repair it with? It seems to be made of high density rubber foam.

[Wayne Orwig]

Can't you just glue some vinyl on it nice and tight?

[Scott DeRoss]

Couldn't you go to the Givi USA web site or ebay and get a replacement?

[injundave]

Apparently the one I need is an E83N, which has been discontinued. I'm not sure about the stretched vinyl idea but there is an auto-upholsterer nearby and I will consult him, but I would prefer the genuine article if I can find one.

[Waltr]

I assume it has a type of backing plate where it screws into the box. I would bring it to an upholstery shop and have them cut away the tore up foam, replace it with new foam and fashion a vinyl cover to match your saddle.  This is what is usually done by custom saddle people like Russell and Mayer.

[Wayne Orwig]

Apparently the one I need is an E83N, which has been discontinued. I'm not sure about the stretched vinyl idea but there is an auto-upholsterer nearby and I will consult him, but I would prefer the genuine article if I can find one.

When you see the price of the simple block of foam, you will take it to the upholsterer.

[Spuddy]

A couple of coats or GE Silicone seal should make a serviceable repair. And if you're good it can look okay.

Spuddy