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Originally Posted by ktmclaire
Actually by rack I do mean grill as you put it. I dont like racks either rtw you are right they are so heavy especially on such a little bike plus they break when you drop the bike.. Which you know might happen once or twice  .
A grill however as ive had on on xr400 I used to own would do the job nicely. Mostly for a fuel container but also to hook bungies on as theres nothing on the xr to attach stuff to.
I do just want an aftermarket thing that bolts straight on. Guess I could go without till I hit argentina.
You know even though its exp im coming around to the giant loop bag I like the fact the weight is distributed as if it was a passenger.. plus im assuming with a rack I could put another bag behind the giant loop against the rack. AND its super waterproof. Had sone waterproofing issues in north indian monsoons recently so waterproofing is top of my list for gear.
And sheepskin? Its really comfy? Just looks like as comfy as a bit of carpet! Im pretty dubious about this one! And the not waterproof part... maybe the airhawk might suit.. had some sore arse issues recently in sri lanka on an xr so thats 2nd on my list!
Thanks guys all imput much appreciated
Rtw I thought feb was mid summer?! Il hit santiago in jan if youre still there?
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I`ve seen second hand Tornados here with grills on them, so they must be somewhere available here? Almost certainly you could get one in Mendoza, a long days ride from Santiago. If or when I get going again, I am definitely going to have a look over in Argentina for one. Will let you know.
As for the GL, yes that is my thinking too. I think I will keep the rack designed for the topbox, and put my Ortlieb there with only lightweight clothes, sleeping bag etc, in it. Heavy stuff in the GL. Looking at photos of my setup now, all seems so obviously wrong. I only ever learn the hard way it seems.
Honestly the sheepskin is fantastic, and water resistant/repellent too. But make sure you do not buy a chemically treated one, as I think this will alter its natural warmth and water resistance properties. Mine is really thick and warm, and very comfortable too. I think it is because every time you shift around on it, the fur moves and creates different pressure points. Mine was free too!
Could be in Santiago around then, probably heading south too - keep in touch!
Rtw
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