pls opine on f700 GS accessories

So I pulled the trigger of a nice 2016 700GS and I need side, bags a rear rack, skid plate, crash/engine case guards. I like the aftermarket windscreen that's installed, and I like the BMW handguards that allow a larger piece to be attached and removed.

ALL my riding for the past 36 years has been on pavement, but I have plans for classes and eventually at least slightly more ADV type travels.

I thought I saw Givi aluminum side cases at R'zilla ( no connection) AND mounts for about $1100. Dealership thinks the Touratech (again I have no connection) Zega's; either Mundo for about $1100, or the pro's, a couple hundred more are much better. and another $couple hundred for the mounts. Brooks is under $700 for the bags. Which makes me suspicious. Also, I wonder which mounts are universal. The machine is set up for Vario side cases....worth it if I find used?

The Givi skid plate is well-reviewed and a little less $$ than others. I think I just want the lower crash bars...

Write if you have time. I'd like to hear your experience and opinions, thanx.

I added givi crashbars, a moose racing skid plate (no off road yet) to mine. I also added givi handguards that just protect against the wind and a mirage 2 screen with an MRA deflector. So far I'm loving it. I have an aversion motech top plate and a Brocone Becker top box that I barely use (up for sale) as I prefer the vario cases. I doubt they will be any good if I fall with them but I'm keeping my fingers crossed. Additionally I've added a USB power socket and a volt meter. I also have the led low and high from cyclops that are probably the best upgrade ever. I like the givi crash bars cause I don't need touring pegs to stretch my legs out as they fit perfectly in 2 positions on these bars.



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Zee

2000 Triumph Thunderbird Sport
2015 BMW F700GS

Scroll down on this thread for a list of panniers and links. Was posted re: 1200 GS but all have 700 GS options. I like the balanced metal mule

http://advrider.com/index.php?threa...case-pannier-systems-all-in-one-place.954641/

F700GS/F650GS Accessories I've Liked

I have an F650GS Twin, and most everything I've liked is also available or fits immediately on the F700GS. The things I've bought and liked include:

• Lowered, forward-shifted footpegs from Wonderlich
• Rear view mirror overlays w/ increased side view coverage (by tiny curve in edge surface)
• Adventure Tank auxiliary tank (1.8gal; increases range to almost 280mi)
• Radiator guard
• 20mm handlebar riser (max lift without new cables)
• sidestand foot enlarger (personal experience recommendation; sigh)
• VoloLights rear deceleration-triggered lighted license plate frame (several other brands available)
• auxiliary/conspicuity lights; I bought Twisted Throttle Denali D2 LED dual-intensity
• Ricor "Intiminator" shock valve insert
• Progressive fork springs HyperPro via Touratech
• MudSling[SUP]®[/SUP] protecting shock (etc.) from mud thrown by rear tire
• AltRider crash bars ("field proven" to work wonderfully well)
• BMW center stand
• BMW Vario side cases
• Add-on side LED signal flasher strip

Geez, I've spent a lot of money over the years...

26667 said:

I thought I saw Givi aluminum side cases at R'zilla ( no connection) AND mounts for about $1100. Dealership thinks the Touratech (again I have no connection) Zega's; either Mundo for about $1100, or the pro's, a couple hundred more are much better. and another $couple hundred for the mounts. Brooks is under $700 for the bags. Which makes me suspicious. Also, I wonder which mounts are universal. The machine is set up for Vario side cases....worth it if I find used?

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I highly recommend Jesse Luggage for your panniers. For nearly the same price as the products you mention, Jesse boxes are better made because they're hand-welded from thicker aluminum and shaped to resist bending in a fall, higher capacity while being narrower than the products you're looking at, fit closer to the bike and lower for better handling while fully loaded, and the bottom edges are shaped to improve your ability to paddle through soft going while also avoid breaking your lower leg in a get-off.

Build quality is top-drawer, think Halliburton luggage. Support is also top-notch, Al Jesse just sent me some replacement bits for my 18 year-old set that have endured over 130k miles of pounding.

The Traveller model fits your bike, and you can add a modular Camel Tank for extra fuel when on a long trip.

These are da kine!

jamesdavidhoward said:

Geez, I've spent a lot of money over the years...

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I can relate. You should try supporting a fast kid who races motocross.....

I second the Jesse Bags. We've got four sets sitting in the shop. Great fit and finish and durable.

Visian said:

I can relate. You should try supporting a fast kid who races motocross.....

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That's what sponsors are for. Find one, highly recommended.