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Honda OEM Rack - aftermarket alternatives?

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#1 ·
Hi. I've looked at whether this has been discussed before but did not find anything.

The Honda OEM Rack needed on the CRF1100L in order to fit a TopBox seems to be exorbitantly expensive in SA. Is this the only available option?

Has anyone tried this: Zega Topcase Rack, Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L

Or anything else?
 
#5 ·
I just discovered the hard way so be aware. I purchased Bumot pannier racks rather than Honda's expensive rear rack for my luggage needs for a few reasons. 1) I already have Bumot Xmeda soft panniers. 2) I travel solo and when I need more than the panniers hold I lay say my camping duffel across the rear seat. 3) Honda's rear rack is bright silver and everything on my bike is matte black so it'd really stand out (in a bad way).
Well guess what? Bumot's (and Honda's) pannier racks require having the Honda rear rack for fitment. I imagine other brand pannier racks will as well. So if you ever anticipate going with panniers buy the expensive, bright silver, Honda luggage rack. LOL I think I'll paint mine when it comes in.