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swampfox
10-02-2006, 07:35 AM
G'day all....great forum y'all got here. I recently bought an ST1300 with intention of riding the "big circle".. that is to say, all the way around Australia....the ideas for luggage I have seen in this forum are great, not to mention all the other info..... crikey, I reckon I don't realy have to think for myself... just look in here and it hits me right between the eyes... thanks.

Greg

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Mark
10-02-2006, 09:14 AM
Congratulations on the bike.
Sounds like quite a ride... how long a trip is "the big circle"...

Mark
STeveGray
10-02-2006, 11:40 AM
Welcome to the forum!WELCOME!

Lots of good folk here with lots of experience. We're going to be really interested in your preparations for your trip as well as how it goes. Be sure to keep us up to speed! It sounds great though a lot of it is through some minimally populated areas.
Mellow
10-02-2006, 07:37 PM
Welcome to the site!
msscull
10-02-2006, 11:25 PM
Welcome!!!
Trailace
10-03-2006, 11:30 AM
Welcome swampfox
ChipSTer
10-03-2006, 03:19 PM
Since it is an ST1300, don't forget to check out www.st-owners.com (if you haven't already and provided I haven't violated a rule by posting this...) :D Lots of good stuff over there too... Personally, I like them both as they address different aspects of motorcycling...
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swampfox
10-04-2006, 03:16 AM
Thanks all for the wonderful welcome.....the trip should cover 16,000 Klm... not sure of duration, hope to see all we can on the way... my Bro is prepping his '06 FJR with a trailer at the moment, I am building a topbox ( trunk ??) approximately 4 times larger than any available on the market...it will replace the rear seat and extend rearward to a point almost 8 inches behind the parcel rack and a width almost equal to that of the fitted panniers.. with a height ( at parcel rack ) of 12 inches.... put it this way... it's huge!! It's also my first attempt of such a project so is takeing a while... and frustrateing !!
http://blink.smugmug.com/photos/101122429-M.jpg

I will sure keep you all posted as we progress.... keep in mind though, the topbox is being built in my spare time, like... weekends.... so , don't hold your breath :)

Thanks again all

Greg

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swampfox
10-04-2006, 03:20 AM
chipSTer, sorry mate ... nearly forgot your advice......I do know of the ST-owners forum and visit often... you're right though... fabulous forum... very friendly and helpful

cheers

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STeveGray
10-04-2006, 11:47 AM
Hey, Swampfox. Do you know Hans ten Broeke? He just did exactly the same thing with his ST (except his top box wasn't as big.) He's Dutch and lives in the Netherlands but speaks wonderful English. If you want to compare notes with somebody who's BTDT, I'm sure he'd be willing to share his experience with you. Let me know if you want any of his contact info.
swampfox
10-05-2006, 05:31 AM
Hey, Swampfox. Do you know Hans ten Broeke? He just did exactly the same thing with his ST (except his top box wasn't as big.) He's Dutch and lives in the Netherlands but speaks wonderful English. If you want to compare notes with somebody who's BTDT, I'm sure he'd be willing to share his experience with you. Let me know if you want any of his contact info.


STeve, no I havn't had the pleasure, a contact addy could be educational if you could provide it,....sounds good.. thankyou.

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Trailace
10-08-2006, 10:17 AM
Good luck with your top box how about a Pic to see how it is coming?:)
swampfox
10-08-2006, 04:53 PM
Trailace....if only I could... sorry but I'm almost illiterate when it comes to these computers... it says I need a URL.... got me beat I'm afraid.

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Mellow
10-08-2006, 07:06 PM
Trailace....if only I could... sorry but I'm almost illiterate when it comes to these computers... it says I need a URL.... got me beat I'm afraid.

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When you post, there is a manage attachments button under the smilies... if you click that you can attach a pic from your computer.
Trailace
10-08-2006, 08:04 PM
Trailace....if only I could... sorry but I'm almost illiterate when it comes to these computers... it says I need a URL.... got me beat I'm afraid.

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E-mail it to me and I will post it. Trailace@ev1.net :D
swampfox
10-15-2006, 02:49 AM
Thanks Rick for posting the pic.....well done mate.

http://blink.smugmug.com/photos/101122429-Ti.jpg (http://blink.smugmug.com/photos/101122429-M.jpg)
Comment if you like...I have broad shoulders :rolleyes:

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Trailace
10-15-2006, 07:43 AM
How hard will it be to open the side bags?
swampfox
10-16-2006, 06:47 AM
Good question Rick.... as you see, the box is recessed to allow access to the pannier key and the pannier retaining device...it is not entirely necessary but for ease of use, I have several keys cut which I will cut the long handles off and fit with " radio nobs ", this should be handy.

I hope this answers your question mate.

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