Note - See separate catalog item for the Standard version of this rack without Pannier Loops. Sorry, this is to provide for more accurate calculation of the shipping due to the larger size of the PL version.
Note - Since this is a NEW product please bare with us as we bring it online. We may have a few missing photos but we will post them as they are available. Also, we have had a lot of demand for this product so delivery may be a bit long... but we will get your order to you ASAP!
This
is our new luggage rack system for the 2017 KTM bikes 250 thru 500
cc. The design has changed because KTM made major changes to their
products in an effort to lighten them. Let's take a look at the
impact to the luggage system.
Bike
Change Overview (as it impacts the luggage system) – KTM has
redesigned their entire product line by moving the subframe to main
frame attach points upward, extending the seat aft, moving the seat
attach screws from under the fender to the upper sides of the fender
and “slimming” the area where the rider's legs contact the
subframe plastic. Fortunately, a broad group of bike sizes &
styles use the same subframe & plastic so one design fits many
bikes.
How
did that impact the Luggage system? - Obviously, this required a
major redesign that can be summarized as follows:
Seat
length increase – The top rack is now shorter fore & aft due to
interference of the front tube with the seat. It is now 10 in wide x
7.75 in long (about the size of the Mini rack of the previous
product) which is still sufficient to carry a RotoPax and /or a
sleeping bag, etc. And most importantly, the rack still clears the
seat for easy seat removal.
Attach
points – The forward lugs of the rack still attach to the main
frame / sub frame lugs, they are just in a new, higher location. The
previous under the seat “Y” link gas been replaced with a “T”
link functioning in the same manner to unload the subframe. There is
still a RH sway bracket attaching to the rear bolt of the muffler.
No plastic cutting is required.
The
forward ends of the rack extends below
the subframe plastic & are positioned so that the rack
does not impact the riders legs. In short, your legs will not know
that the rack is installed.
Added
features – A major effort has been expended to keep the rider
from contacting the rack when he is rotated back to the rear of the
bike by routing the rack structure behind the rider range of motion.
Additionally, the pannier racks are located as far forward as
possible to keep the pannier center of gravity forward of the rear
axle while still clearing the rider's legs. This, hopefully, will
provide better control with minimal annoyance thru all riding
conditions.
Construction
– The rack is designed to carry
up to 60 lbs / 27 kg of load securely with out damaging the subframe.
This is due to the unique design of the rack system. The main
structure is made of welded .75 inch /19 mm diameter steel tube
powder coated satin black. All attachment hardware and installation
instructions are supplied.
Available
options –
Most riders like to customize their
luggage system to fit their
needs. The rack build process starts with the “Standard” rack.
You then add the features you want thus keeping the cost & weight
to a minimum.
The Standard Rack version –
Our most popular configuration. It is good for the weekend ride or
maybe up to a week assuming you don't want to carry the proverbial
kitchen sink. Note – Many options are available so hopefully you will find your desired combination. Also, some options like the heat shield are offered at a discounted price.
Daisy
loops – These are intended to support our 300170 Mini bags
(available in 5, 10 & 15 liter sizes) but also work to attach
many other bag systems. Select
the DL option.
Note – This works best on the mini rack version not the pannier
rack version since the pannier racks make the loops inaccessible.
Giant
Loop bags – This is the former “GL” option. Many owners of the
Giant Loop products like to use our rack to carry the GL bags
because it unloads the subframe as well as lifts the GL bag off the
plastic to reduce chafing & scratching. Select
the GL option.
Footpegs
– The footpeg option has also proved popular. Rubber covered footpegs are not included. Select
the FP option.
Note - We need to remind everyone, this does NOT reduce the load on
the seat or subframe (the no 2 rider still is on the seat) so it is
not to be used with adults. This
is intended for carrying children a short distance. Not an Adult! Safety is the
operators responsibility!
The “Pannier Rack” version
–
This system is designed for the longer trip. It allows you to fit
nearly any saddle bag known to exist. You can also select the GL, FP and other options as desired.
Popular
luggage systems that fit include the following …
300144
– 22 RTE 22 liter soft bags
300144
– 35 RTE 35 liter soft bags
300198
– 33 RTE 33 liter hard bags (yes, larger bags are available but
this IS a lightweight dirt bike)
Wolfman
bags – Various
Adventure
Spec Magadan 35 liter bags
Additional
info -
Weight
of racks
1. Standard (mini) rack, no options - 5.0 lbs / 2.3 kg
2. Standard (mini) rack, foot pegs - 5.6 lbs / 2.6 kg
3. Standard (mini) rack, daisy loop & GL option - 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg
4. Standard (mini) rack, pannier loop option - 7.8 lb / 3.6 kg
5. Standard (mini) rack, pannier loop + foot peg option - 8.4 lb / 3.9 kg
Install
time - 20 minutes
Warning
– These bikes are lightweight dirt bikes. As such they are
delivered to carry a 'typical” rider of 165-187 lb. Depending on
YOUR weight, even the addition of the mini rack will impact handling
& performance. This means you need to set up your bike to carry
the additional load. See our Suspension Setup page on helpful tips on
how to do this!
