Givi Trekker Outback Cases Review at RevZilla.com

Givi Trekker Outback Cases Review
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Getting to the heart of the Givi Trekker Outback Cases is simple, it is all about the ability to lock in and go anywhere, without hesitation, and know that your gear is secure in the very best. From the precision-made aluminum outer shells to the innovative Monokey Side Cam mounting system, the Monokey Trekker cases from Givi stand at the very top of the ADV luggage mountain. Simplicity of design and rugged durability through time are the hallmarks of the Givi design ethos, and they are both put on full display to the utmost with the Trekker Outback cases.

[@thefirstlayer350]

Just as a note for anyone with the Givi PL or PLR racks, you can get the Kappa K-venture box, same box without the CAM side locks. Made by the same people, just without the CAM side locks.

[@Jimbo4575]

Much less expensive also

[@danielfrancis2847]

this comment made me do a 180 in my search, thank you so much

[@mooreorlessvideos]

You can get outback racks that work also with givi

[@roadwarrior8560]

Much more secure locking system onto the rack with the Kappa's too, simple and better engineered. I can switch back and forth from monokey side boxes to the kappa's in a few minutes.

[@surg23]

Nice overview. Would be cool to see you guys load them up with different configurations of items to illustrate how practical the storage is. Cheers.

[@ruscular]

I bought a used 42l top case with dents in them, and I hammered it out with a rubber mallet and smooth it out a bit, can hold 2 paper grocery sack. I absolutely love them. They look awesome on my Honda reflex. Those little strap hook come in handy. I can't wait for the camping season.

[@ananass8030]

So how was the camping season? Was the top case enough or in hindsight would you have done something different?

[@ruscular]

@@ananass8030 The pandemic ruin my camping adventure, so maybe this year I will find out-fingers cross. I am betting it will be a full reservation for camping as we are all yearning to get out more. But grocery shopping been much easier and I bought a custom bags that was made for this unit, which made it easier to make sure what I buy will fit.

[@Edgunsuk]

All that and you didnt even show how the top box goes on and off 100% why people are searching for givi videos in the first place is to see if a bow will fit an existing rack , or vice versa.

[@koryyyy]

You answer every on of my questions! THANKS.

[@daverhodes8872]

You guys to the best web reviews for gear!

[@myronhorvathsk]

I like these! I am going to get a full set of cases for my Africa Twin. My question is do you have to have them locked all the time requiring a key to open them all the time?

[@imopn]

Hey guys, another good review. In terms of "ruggedness", how does this compare to Touratech Zega Pros? From the video I couldn't help but wonder if its a a bit softer especially the latches and frame?

[@RevZilla]

The Zega Pros are a bit more durable perhaps but also more expensive. -DrewZilla

[@daithimurphy1832]

Hi is the black finish easily scratched?

[@muhammadfirman6757]

Hi there, if i were to put the 58l top case along with 37l side panniers, will it affect the side panniers? Let say if i wants to open the side panniers, will it hit the top case? Thanks

[@RevZilla]

+Muhammad Firman No, as long as you use the Givi cases with the Givi luggage racks, you should not have any clearance issues. -DrewZilla

[@thefirstlayer350]

That depends on the bike, the smaller bikes like the CB500X, if you use the 37L sides with a 58L top, you will have slight interference getting the sides open with the top box on. The lids must be pulled slightly outward to clear.

[@travis6768]

I just got these for my '14 tiger 800xc. I've got the top case mounted already. What's the part number for the side case racks? Is it PLR6409? Givi very confusing for sure.

[@Quagmire88]

Will these be worth the investment for strictly road touring? I'd like this design(Top loading, square, external tie-down points...) for my 17' Versys 1000LT. I won't be doing any off-road riding but I will be riding with a passenger. The weight of each side/top case is a little off putting, though. The stock cases that came with the bike are decent but there are no options for external gear lashing and the max load weight and volume are very restricting.

[@RevZilla]

Givi does not make side case racks for your Versys 1000LT, so these aren't an option. Instead, you might want to add luggage capacity with a top case. That also has the benefit of providing a bit of a passenger backrest. Take a look at both Givi and Shad. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-sr4105-sr4105m-top-case-rack-kawasaki-versys-1000-2012-2017 *www.revzilla.com/givi-top-cases (see Monokey, not Monolock) *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/shad-top-case-rack-kawasaki-versys-1000-2012-2018 *www.revzilla.com/shad-motorcycle-luggage

[@dawn-moon]

I'd like to start with a Givi top case so my girlfriend can join me, but what about back supports for the top case ? Have you tried them, are they made from hard rubber ? ( it's difficult to see on pictures ) 2nd question related to riding with a passenger in the back ; is the Givi mounting system sturdy ( compared to for example Touratech gear ? ) Thanks.

[@RevZilla]

+Dawn Moon I have a Givi Trekker 52 (non-Outback) top case with passenger back pad on my Tiger 800XC, and my passenger finds it to be comfortable. It's made of foam, similar to seat foam, so it's firm but cushioned. The Givi mounting system is pretty sturdy too. Touratech's mounting system might be slightly more robust. -DrewZilla

[@dawn-moon]

Ok thanks , greeting from Belgium. Great reviews by the way !

[@robt328]

For a BMW R1200GS Adventure do you advise using two 37L cases or one 37 on the right and a 48 on the left to compensate for the extra size of the exhaust? Thanks!

[@RevZilla]

Both options can be done, but I recommend going with the slimmer 37L case on the right side and the 48L case on the left, since the right rack sticks out to clear the exhaust. You can see both options on the product page below. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-pl5108cam-side-case-racks-bmw-r1200gs-adventure-2013-2017

[@mariomarin812]

great review my questions is I just picked up the tiger xca 2017 and as you know it comes with a luggage rack already would I be able to use that rack with these cases?

[@RevZilla]

Yes, these Trekker Outback cases are the _only_ compatible cases (the Triumph cases are just rebranded versions of these cases). -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-trekker-outback-37-liter-side-cases *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-trekker-outback-48-liter-side-cases

[@marychiodinimosaics2431]

I just purchased a 2016 Tiger 800xcx and the Outback side and top cases. I will be getting the smaller 42L top case. What exactly did you use to install the top case to your Tiger? You mentioned something Altrider and an adaptor plate. What I see on your bike is black which I prefer over the silver. I'm not a big fan of the SRA6401 plate which is bare aluminum. Thanks

[@RevZilla]

You would need the AltRider rack and Monokey adapter kit linked below. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/altrider-luggage-rack-triumph-tiger-800-2011-2016 *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/altrider-givi-monokey-luggage-rack-topcase-mounting-kit

[@marychiodinimosaics2431]

Thank you!

[@jameshammond9463]

I wear an XL sized helmet. Do you think it would fit in a 48ltr side case? Looking at the cases in store here in the UK I'm not convinced it would fit!

[@RevZilla]

It really depends on the specific model helmet you have. The 48L case is 12 inches wide, so if your helmet is less than about 11 inches wide, it should fit. -DrewZilla

[@oakstrong1]

I hope you are wrong because I have ordered a generic monokey plate and I cannot test it for several months, nor return it or get a replacement if it won't work... From Givi website "The Trekker Outback top-case with aluminium structure and profiles is available in two different sizes: 42 ltr and 58 ltr. These top-cases do not require a specific rack and can be attached to any existing MONOKEY® plate." www.givi.it/givi-products/cases/monokey/trekker-outback-42

[@RevZilla]

The Outback top cases work with any Monokey top case rack/plate. The Outback side cases require the specific "CAM"-designated side case racks. -DrewZilla

[@pablotoscaniniwrc]

Hello Buddy, very good review. Would you have the part number for that rack? I already have those same side cases from other bike and I'm buying a Tiger XCx, so I just need the rack to install it. Thanks!

[@RevZilla]

To mount Givi Trekker Outback Cases on a Tiger XCx, you would need the PL6401CAM Side Case Racks. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-pl6401cam-side-case-racks-triumph-tiger-800-xc-xr

[@pablotoscaniniwrc]

Thank you very much for the info!

[@leoncelestinedave]

Hi I want to install the top case trekker outback 42 ltr. Which mount do I need for the Africa Twin 2018 DCT?

[@RevZilla]

You would need the Givi SR1162 Top Case Rack as well as your choice of M7, M8A, or M8B Monokey Top Case Plate. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-sr1162-top-case-rack-honda-africa-twin-2018 *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-monolock-monokey-top-case-plates

[@melaniesimpson6322]

Nice looking cases. I didn't hear you say whether these are waterproof or not? If so, have you ridden in the rain yet?

[@RevZilla]

+Melanie Simpson We cannot call them completely waterproof, but practically speaking, the gaskets at the lid closure definitely keep the rain out. We still recommend you use lightweight dry bags inside the cases for items you need to keep dry. Because they're basically big buckets, we find that if it's raining and you need to open the case when stopped, a bit of rainwater can end up collecting in the bottom of the cases. Givi does make fitted dry bags for the Trekker Outback Cases. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-t512-waterproof-inner-bag-for-trekker-outback-58l-top-case *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-t511-waterproof-inner-bag-for-trekker-outback-42l-top-case *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-t506-waterproof-inner-bag-for-trekker-outback-37l-side-cases *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-t507-waterproof-inner-bag-for-trekker-outback-48l-side-cases

[@cabfearn]

@@RevZilla I have a set of these and they are definitely not waterproof when you get them! I used some self adhesive closed-cell foam house window weather stripping between the lid and the box and now they seem to be OK. At least in the rain they don't leak. The left box collects a lot of condensation when the weather is cool though (like half a cup over a five or six day period). I'm not sure what to do about that. Looking around the internet it turns out that GIVI says THEY ARE NOT WATERPROOF, but that you can use their special bags if that's a problem. The bags are actually really nice and you don't have to take the whole box with you when you go inside BUT: For the price of these things I'm really disappointed that they let water in! The last thing I need when I'm travelling is wet gear!

[@hakimsafari7368]

Can we close the box without using key?

[@bigguns97]

You can, but the latch doesnt close all the way. But its still securely closed. I have been latching mine closed without the key for several years now and have never had a latch open while riding. I only lock mine if Im leaving it outside, unattended for awhile. I have the factory Triumph cases that are the exact same as these cases, but are branded as Triumph., and they are keyed the same as my bikes ignition system.

[@bigguns97]

Im actually in the process of painting my plain aluminium cases black.

[@thetango66]

Could you please test/advise if a Schuberth C3PRO Modular 2XL Helmet fits in the Givi Trekker Outback 42L Topbox?

[@RevZilla]

Yes, a 2XL C3 Pro will fit in the 42L Trekker Outback Top Case. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-trekker-outback-42-liter-top-case

[@richardpike4802]

My XL Schuberth E1Fits, Same size

[@headout3116]

How strong are those mounts? It looks like they could come off one gnarly roads

[@RevZilla]

They're actually pretty strong even for off-road riding. -DrewZilla

[@headout3116]

Thank you

[@abelpinheiro8303]

Hello :). I have a KTM 1090 Adventure from 2017 and I want to buy the Givi Outback 42 Liter Monokey Top Case! But I am fighting to find the proper rack to instal it! Which of these 3 should I use: Givi SRA7703 Aluminum Top Case Rack KTM 1090 / 1190 / 1290 Super Adventure Givi Monolock / Monokey Top Case Plates (M9B MONOKEY) Givi Monolock / Monokey Top Case Plates (M7 MONOKEY) ??? Thank you very much! Kind Regards

[@RevZilla]

For your bike, all you need is the SRA7703 Top Case Rack and then the 42 Liter Monokey Top Case. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-sra7703-aluminum-top-case-rack-ktm-1090-1190-1290-super-adventure

[@abelpinheiro8303]

Obrigado :)

[@RevZilla]

You're welcome!

[@jvb11684]

for a 2016 Tiger xcx what do i need to mount this top case?

[@RevZilla]

To mount the Trekker Outback Top Case, you would need the Givi SR6401 Top Case Rack. -DrewZilla ('12 Tiger 800XC) *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-sr6401-top-case-rack-triumph-tiger-800-xc-xr *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-trekker-outback-42-liter-top-case

[@diegoromero5938]

Sorry, what is the difference with the “SRA6401”? I dont know which to pick. Thank you

[@r3nlot]

42l top box, does the hornet X2 fit in it as well?

[@RevZilla]

The Hornet is a bit too big with the peak visor attached. -DrewZilla

[@r3nlot]

RevZilla thanks guys!

[@georgenicolaou929]

can i fit a helmet in the 37L? thanks!

[@RevZilla]

The 37 liter size is a bit too small for helmets from our experience. We recommend the 48 liter model for that application. -TeamZilla AJ *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/givi-trekker-outback-48-liter-side-cases

[@oakstrong1]

@@RevZilla I put my helmet (size small) into 42L box yesterday and there was plenty of space on both sides for waterproofs, gloves etc. Hope this helps.