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Aluminum panniers on a GS. Done! and they work great.

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shirazdrum

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For the full story check out the GS stories section, Going around the world on a 1982 GS850G.
Tires are pirelli scorpions and the suspension is progressive. Front boxes are ammo cans with custom racks. (ask me where you can get one). In calgary now but heading to the arctic Circle.

"Bill ryder in photos, great friend and one hell of a mechanic"

Chris
 
Hi Mr. shirazdrum,

Nice work! I'm really going to enjoy hearing about your trip around the world on your GS850G. Best of luck to you and Godspeed.

Are you going to bring an extra set of tires? Or are you planning to get 25,000 miles out of that set of Perilli Scorpions? ;)


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
Bassclif,
I was hoping to change the next set in your garage :P.
I'm still working on a tire manufature sponsor so we'll see how it goes. I'm going to get a set as soon as i get off dempster hwy and scorpions are doing very well so far. I might get another set just like them or something a little more aggresive.
she's running like a champ and the odometer just turned 29000.

Next stop, Edmonton

here are some shots from the front racks and back rack.
 
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Chris,
Just curious if you notice any substantial handling differences with those front panniers?

Very cool idea, I have been thinking about doing the same mod, but have not yet decided on the exact placement.

Good luck with your trip, I'll be following your other post for sure.

Mike
 
It handles like a young mule on a mountain pass but I needed secure storage space. If you distribute the weight evenly, it's not that bad. It?s kind of hard U turning in slow speed but definitely doable. I?m getting used to it already. Make sure to turn your head where you want to go and the beast follows.
 
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