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Scooters - 125 to 300 => Downtown 300 => Topic started by: feebleknievel on May 28, 2016, 12:46:50 PM
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i know i have seen this posted once before but even in my search i can't locate it will this fit easy on the DT 300 Bestem TBOX-929-LED Flat Black T-Box Trunk with Extra LED Light Strip
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Yeah, keep searching - pretty certain I got pointers on installing mine by reading & looking at pix by a guy who had a Kymco 300.
Stig
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I just did mine. I went with my own LED strip though as I wanted a double row with the option for turn signals in a third middle row later. You will need the GIVI SR92 mount kit to place the Bestem universal mount too.
http://www.kymcoforum.com/index.php?topic=22640.0 (http://www.kymcoforum.com/index.php?topic=22640.0)
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so the plate that comes with it your saying alone won't work on the DT 300 that i must buy another mounting kit .wth lol
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To mount it the best you should. I got that topbox and looked at trying to mount it by itself but the Givi mount made it so much easier to do it. I love the box myself.
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Our extension is not a typical luggage rack so the universal will not fit. If you are willing to drill the heck out of the stock rack it would be fine. With the SR92 it is much easier and more secure as now the universal plate is bolted to a metal base. For the wiring connection I also purchased the Bestem quick disconnect. It is more expensive than just a trailer disconnect but works well.
With any Givi box unfortunately you will ne either the SR92 or SR92M. The advantage of those box's is with the proper mount no drilling at all will be required. Expect to spend quite a bit more though. Adding the backrest pad and lighting can get even more expensive.
A side note is I finally used the custom internal LED lights last night. They are a great addition to the box. Well worth the effort and you do not mind epoxying light strips to a $100 box.
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ok ty so can you point me in the right direction to get the givi mount id appreciate it
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http://www.accessoryinternational.com/product/givi-sr92m-specific-rack-for-downtown-125i-300i.html (http://www.accessoryinternational.com/product/givi-sr92m-specific-rack-for-downtown-125i-300i.html)
could this be it
and this box will work on this bracket correct ty
http://www.amazon.com/Bestem-TBOX-929-LED-Black-T-Box-Trunk/dp/B0094E0FGM?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_6&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER (http://www.amazon.com/Bestem-TBOX-929-LED-Black-T-Box-Trunk/dp/B0094E0FGM?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_6&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER)
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well i oder the box and the mount plate i cannot wait till they get here i really need more storage i guess iam gonna have to paint it the same color as my scoot :) thanks for all the info TANWare & Stig & mnpugdog is why i really like this forum :)
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You get too Enlarge two of the holes. You will also get to drill two new holes.
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which plate do i drill the holes the one that comes with the box i assume
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i know you and mnpugdog had talked about the mod to the plate and that mnpugdog was gonna send you some pics do you still have the pics if so can you spare them to me any other help is appreciated :)
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yes you are modded the Bestem mounting plate to match the holes on the Givi rack. You need to drill 2 new holes and widen 2 holes for it to fit. I will try to find the pic for you.
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thanks mnpugdog for the response
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I'll take some pic's of the plate tomorrow. I did mine slightly different. The two holes ne the back of the seat on the universal plate were enlarged with a drill bit. The default location is slightly off and a slight bore out of them made that position dooable. The two holes at the end of the plate had to be drilled 100%. I did this by drilling the first from underneath the plate at it is not flat where the hole goes. you have to drill them into the bent edging of the inner section. Once drilled I used the bracket that gets mounted to align the second hole drilling from the top.
you also will need to trim the plastic stops on the underside as they stick out to far towards the Givi plate. Lastly these tend to rattle quite a bit from vibration. Expect to place some dampening pads down. You can never get it 100% rattle free from vibration but it can get smoothed out significantly.
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TY Tan look forward to seeing the pics sounds mighty interesting to say the least
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The first picture shows the location of the two holes that need enlarging. I should note a Dremel was used to trim the studs down after the nuts were tightened.
The second and third show where the new holes are to be drilled.
The fourth picture shows the entire plate and the pads used for vibration dampening.
(http://www.pcambrosia.com/photo_gallery/BikeRack0001.JPG)
(http://www.pcambrosia.com/photo_gallery/BikeRack0003.JPG)
(http://www.pcambrosia.com/photo_gallery/BikeRack0005.JPG)
(http://www.pcambrosia.com/photo_gallery/BikeRack0007.JPG)
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TAn I enlarged the same holes you did but the 2 new holes I drilled matched the existing holes just north of where you drilled yours. I drilled the new holes in the Givi adaptor. I didn't need to trim anything on the box like you did by doing that. Plus didn't have to worry about drilling on the bend edge. I did add some weather strip like you did to try to decrease the rattle.
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I saw that but I did not want to drill into the Givi plate.
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6 of one half dozen of another just depends on where you want to drill the new holes.
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My primary goal was to use the designed rear mounting. I do not think it is stronger but it may create a more rigid platform. A word of warning in that a more rigid mounting platform may also increase the need for vibration dampening.
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okay guys i tried the way you all gave me pics and instructions it was the cheapest way to go but just didn't like the t-box .so i broke down and went a different direction and bought the Givi E450 Simply Monolock Top Case with the SR92M MONOLOCK REAR RACK PLATE..it all arrived today by fedex and will work on installing it this weekend.
https://youtu.be/1xULc7AJaqM
https://youtu.be/G80eGudXo3s
i greatly appreciate all the info and help on this matter it's why i always come back to this site very friendly and more knowledge then any whee else i have ever been again guys thank you so very much ill take pics soon
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Look forward to some great pictures. So far though I like the Bestem box.
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I enjoy my Bestem too. But can understand why some go with the Givi. Easier to mount but also spendier. All depends on your personal budget.
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I use mine as a trunk for all purposes. For my use the box is perfect.
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When Givi cases can give me more rear lighting than I'm getting from my $100 BESTEM 929 - I'll take a look at them.
(http://i67.tinypic.com/xfb980.jpg)
I rely on this case & its lights most days of the week.
Stig
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i understand the nite brake light appeal ive had my scoot since 2011 ive rode it 3 times at nite 98% the time is all day time risding
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The string of LED red day time running lights at cager's eye level works good any time of the day.
Like good lights in front....good lights in back....make me more visible.
Stig