motorcycle luggage rack Why does a luggage rack for my motorcycle only carry 6 lbs?
I want to replace my passenger seat with a luggage rack. I have found a few that I am considering, but am surprised about the weight limits. Why can my bike carry about a 200 lb load with the seat in place, but with a rack installed I am limited to only around a 6 lb load?
Reason is they don't want some old goat like me trying to pick up fat chicks and put them on the rack.
The rack is just designed for a bag or such not people.
Kuryakyn Luggage Rack Now you can have a convenient place to secure your luggage without cluttering up the clean lines of your bike This sleek, contoured, die-cast rack is beautifully chrome-plated and incorporates raised rubber inserts to protect the surface and keep the load from shifting The rack has approximately 70 square inches of usable area providing a stable platform for most bags without looking like the roof rack of a mini-van **Note: Installation requires relocation of license plate when use on Road King, Road Glide, or FLHT Standard
Show Chrome Optional Luggage Rack The elegantly styled sissy bar luggage rack is designed to hold all sizes of luggage bags from small to bulky Works only with the Show Chrome Sissy Bar Kits
Motherwell Products 7" Solo Luggage Rack Solo Luggage Rack is a bigger and beefier rack that still maintains style and matches perfectly with larger rear fenders. Outside rails made of heavy .065 tubing; inside rails are 3/8" solid steel Measures 12 1/4" L x 7" W
Moose Racing Expedition Luggage Rack System A complete luggage system with rear top rack, side mounts, and universal mounting brackets. Features: System has multiple mounting points to distribute the load equally around the rear sub frame of the motorcycle Steel construction with powder coated finish Luggage system is light weight to maximize load capacity System comes with universal brackets to mount Expedition Side Cases by Pelican (sold separately) Universal mounting brackets allow other types of cases to be used with the Expedition Luggage System Quick disconnect using a spring and pin design. Easy on, easy off On some models, rear turn indicators may need to be relocated All required hardware is included for installation Made in the USA *Note: As stated above, rack system does not come with Pelican cases (sold separately)
Motherwell Products USA 2-Up Backrest Luggage Rack Chrome-plated rack made of 5/8” steel tubing; holds up to 10lb. Sissy bar and backrest not included
Drag Specialties Fender Mounted Luggage Rack Chrome replica of the fender-mounted rack that came stock on 41-57 FL models Fits any FL or FLH rear fender Mounting hardware not included
Drag Specialties Fender Luggage Rack Chrome-plated rack made of 3/8" steel tubing; carries up to 10 lb. Mounts to stock seat mounting screw and license plate bracket Mounting hardware and instructions included
Drag Specialties Bobtail Luggage Rack Rack follows the contours of the stock bobtail fenders on FXST/ FXD models Features positive attaching points for bungee straps on front loops and back panel Made in the U.S.A. **Note: Original screw attaching rear of seat must be removed to install this rack
Drag Specialities Sissy Bar Luggage Rack Use this to secure luggage or support a T-Bag Mounts to any bike with a tall, Square Drag Specialties Sissy Bar , with holes for insertion in the crossbar (mounting holes must be 1.75 in. to 2.0 in. on center) Also mounts to tall, square OEM sissy bars with mounting holes 1.75 in. on center Easy to install and remove Mounting hardware included (sissy bar not included)
Tour-Pak Luggage Rack from Khrome Werks Made specifically to match the lines of the stock Tour-Pak Constructed of ?? dia. tubing with a polished nickel chrome finish Integrated tie-down loops for bungee hooks 10lb. load capacity Measures 12? L x 20? W Mounting hardware and decorative emblem included Made in the U.S.A.
Cobra Tubular Luggage Rack for Cobra Sissy Bars Bolt-on a strong and good looking luggage rack to your existing Cobra Sissy Bar Made of sturdy steel tubing and designed to bolt-on in minutes Built for the person who wants the best, with no hassles or headaches on the open road
Kuryakyn Fold-Down Sissy Bar Luggage Rack High-quality steel construction with a chrome finish Kuryakyn's Fold-Down Sissy Bar Luggage Rack folds up and out of the way when not in use Attaches to the existing OEM sissy bar uprights **Note: Siisy bar pad not included
Cobra Laser Cut Luggage Rack for Cobra Sissy Bars Another great Cobra rack, just with a different look. They bolt directly to Cobra's Sissy Bar mounts with supplied hardware and provide a useful platform for carrying soft luggage or your overnight bag. Formed from solid steel Made in the U.S.A. **Note 02-09 Yamaha Warrior and Raider are solo racks and will NOT fit with sissy bars
Dowco Rally Pack Luggage Set Universal motorcycle backpack Constructed of durable, weather-resistant heavy-duty polyester Includes a jumbo backpack, a roll bag, a vinyl roll bag liner and an attachable bungee net Fits most sissy bar and motorcycle luggage rack combinations Fastens quickly and simply with reliable hook and loop strap closures Jumbo Pack = 17"H x 14.5"W x 10"D Roll Bag = 9.5"H x 14"W x 9.5"D Click Here for Additional Luggage Information
Kolpin ATV Luggage Rain Cover Kolpin's heavy-duty, waterproof PVC cover is an inexpensive way to keep your luggage looking new, clean and most importantly dry! The sealed seams provide your luggage additional durability, waterproofing and protection from mud, dust and rain. Elastic draw cord secures the cover to your luggage and ATV rack quickly and securely. Rain cover easily wipes clean trail ride after trail ride, but must be removed before transport. Features: Medium: Fits ATV luggage 30" x 14" x 10" or smaller Large: Fits ATV luggage 34" x 24" x 12" or smaller Protects luggage from mud, dust and rain Elastic draw cord secures the cover to the luggage and ATV rack Sealed seams provide durability and waterproofing Click Here for Additional Luggage Information
Motherwell Products Solo Luggage Racks The perfect accessory for the solo rider Rack follows contour of the fender Mounts with existing holes Measures 11"L x 6"W **Note: Product may vary slightly depending on model On 86-05 FLSTC and FLSTF models this pillion seat replacement rack requires the stock pillion seat mounting holes. if you cannot install the stock pillion seat, this rack will NOT fit your bike On 04-09 XL models rack mounts using the rear and center seat bolt locations. Can be used with other seats that attach the rear of the seat to the center bolt location
MC Enterprises Tour Cruiser Rack Rear rackwith size and carrying capacity for long rides Gives you a convenient place to carry a duffel bag or other small luggage Racks have 120 square inches of space Made with 5/8" tubing that is nickel-chrome plated for durability and good looks
Moose Racing Rack Cooler Bag Keeps all your drinks and food cold Quick release straps to attach the bag to the ATV's racks Shoulder strap to carry like a duffel bag Click Here for Additional Luggage Information
FEHLING Motorcycle Rear Luggage Rack No 34 <![CDATA[Carry the load. Chrome rear luggage racks are made with your cruiser