I picked up my Givi E460 top box and Givi mount from the dealer yesterday. I ordered them when I purchased the bike on January 7th. I installed them today, so here is my take on the box and the mount:
1. The box and mount are extremely well made! There is no "give" to the plastic of the box as can be found on less expensive brands. The fit and finish is superb. The lid closes and seals beautifully and the latch mechanism and lock are well made and easy to use. The finish seems to be as good as found on the bike itself, making it seem "natural" as it sits atop the bike.
2. I love how easily the box can be removed. With the turn of a key and the push of a button, the box comes off without hassle. This leaves the attractive Givi mount in place and can be used as a tie down point for other items.
3. The silver color is a great match for the faster silver NT's. The black finish on the lower portion of the box also matches the black parts of the NT quite well.
4. The storage space is 46 liters. It will fit 2 full face helmets, but they have to be laid on their sides. If the larger Givi boxes will fit them standing upright, I would recommend considering one of the larger ones.
5. Installation of mount: Fairly straightforward. The written directions are somewhat useless, but the diagrams show everything quite well. Less than 30 minutes total install time. (Again, the box can be taken off the mount in about 5 seconds.)
6. Appearance: The box looks like it belongs on the bike and seems to be just the right size visually. (I know Givi makes the OEM Honda top box as well).
Overall impression: Very attractive, very solid, extremely well built. I would recommend a Givi top box to anyone wishing to add storage to their NT.
This farkle, added to the Twisted Throttle 1.2" risers that I also put on today, made for one large smile riding down the road!
Happy Riding,
Jeff
1. The box and mount are extremely well made! There is no "give" to the plastic of the box as can be found on less expensive brands. The fit and finish is superb. The lid closes and seals beautifully and the latch mechanism and lock are well made and easy to use. The finish seems to be as good as found on the bike itself, making it seem "natural" as it sits atop the bike.
2. I love how easily the box can be removed. With the turn of a key and the push of a button, the box comes off without hassle. This leaves the attractive Givi mount in place and can be used as a tie down point for other items.
3. The silver color is a great match for the faster silver NT's. The black finish on the lower portion of the box also matches the black parts of the NT quite well.
4. The storage space is 46 liters. It will fit 2 full face helmets, but they have to be laid on their sides. If the larger Givi boxes will fit them standing upright, I would recommend considering one of the larger ones.
5. Installation of mount: Fairly straightforward. The written directions are somewhat useless, but the diagrams show everything quite well. Less than 30 minutes total install time. (Again, the box can be taken off the mount in about 5 seconds.)
6. Appearance: The box looks like it belongs on the bike and seems to be just the right size visually. (I know Givi makes the OEM Honda top box as well).
Overall impression: Very attractive, very solid, extremely well built. I would recommend a Givi top box to anyone wishing to add storage to their NT.
This farkle, added to the Twisted Throttle 1.2" risers that I also put on today, made for one large smile riding down the road!
Happy Riding,
Jeff
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