Sun Jun 1 22:07:26 1997 - Message No. 962
From: Marcel_Sieling@d.maus.de (Marcel Sieling)

Subject: Aluminium Cases on a AT


Hi,

>There are several possibilities:
>
>1.) You can use the GIVI-solution. I personally use two 45 liter cases on
>the side and a 50 liter case on the top. No problems
>2.) You can use another GIVI-solution: left 45 liter, right 36 liter, top
>36 up to 50 liter. With this solution, you can a symmetric width.
>3.) Use Hepco&Becker: I don't like them, but this is a very personal
>opinion.
>4.) Go for the Touratech one (I think they cut off something on the right
>case, so that it fits good to the exhaust ??). Looks like the solution
>from BMW for the R1100GS.

The Touratech Solution is IMHO the most professional one. I've seen it on the
Biker's Fair in Dortmund this year.

But I have another hint for you:

Ask the following company for info:

    Neumueller GmbH
    Langholz 1
    D-94136 Thyrnau
    West Germany
    Tel. 08501/9009-0
    Fax. 08501/9009-8

They will send you an excellent Info including color pictures of a mounted set
of aluminium cases with an stainless steel (Edelstahl) carrier set designed
especially for the Africa Twin. The cases are luxurious fitted with stuff for
inside and outside coating of the cases (Kunstlederbeschichtung innen und
Pulverbeschichtung außen), on the outer side you have the choice between black
or white. There are 4 locks (using the samy key) mounted inside the cases (no
outer hanging "Vorhaengeschloesser") and the cases are designed to fit around
the exhaust (left 40l, right 36 l). They look symmetric. The upper and lower
area of the cases are parallel, so they can be used as chair or table on
camping sites, but the cases are not rectangular (as most alu-cases are), the
are designed in a nice, round fashion. Have a look!

The carrier is very nice and small, so it doesn't disturb the design of the
machine, if the cases are mounted off. Width over all (mounted) 1050 mm. Bottom
and Top made of 3mm Aluminium, sides walls made of 2mm Aluminium. The cases are
waterproof.

I would recommend to ask for info. They will come promptly and without any cost
to you.

take care - Marcello (who is not involved in Neumueller's business).


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