About to use mine for the 1st time, Just wondering how secure they are. Are they to be trusted or should I use a strap.
It's the genuine MG product with interlocking case.
Thanks In advance
MG Luggage rack
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Re: MG Luggage rack
I've never used one but
if in doubt add a strap.
if in doubt add a strap.
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Re: MG Luggage rack
Both, the case and the rack are also well known at BMW motor bikes.
(The old Z3 convertible used to have the same design ... with Z3 badge of course)
I use it since 15 years now and never had any problems without a strap.
http://www.mgfcar.de/carrier/chrom.htm
(The old Z3 convertible used to have the same design ... with Z3 badge of course)
I use it since 15 years now and never had any problems without a strap.
http://www.mgfcar.de/carrier/chrom.htm
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Re: MG Luggage rack
Great to see you on here again DieterDieter K wrote:Both, the case and the rack are also well known at BMW motor bikes.
(The old Z3 convertible used to have the same design ... with Z3 badge of course)
I use it since 15 years now and never had any problems without a strap.
http://www.mgfcar.de/carrier/chrom.htm
That looks different to the boot racks we know Dieter VTF100000 I believe is the part number
Steffi has one and we used it at Christmas time
No holes through the boot lid with this one
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Re: MG Luggage rack
Like Dieter, we have used one for many years and last month took it down the French Autoroute at 80+ MPH to Switzerland again. The biggest problem is that people wave at you to tell you that you have lost the strap.
The seal is suppose to be waterproof however in heavy rain at speed, I would not guarantee this hence we carry a roll of Duct Tape for inclement weather.
The Chrome Caps for the holes are not unsightly however we have a 2nd lid with the same key lock and 6mm location holes in the hinges (and 2 stubby screwdriver pins) to align it when changing.
They come in SS (BMW) and Chrome (MGR). If Secondhand, ensure that you have the underlid steel support brackets.
Geoff F,
P.S. Dieter, long time no beer together !!
The seal is suppose to be waterproof however in heavy rain at speed, I would not guarantee this hence we carry a roll of Duct Tape for inclement weather.
The Chrome Caps for the holes are not unsightly however we have a 2nd lid with the same key lock and 6mm location holes in the hinges (and 2 stubby screwdriver pins) to align it when changing.
They come in SS (BMW) and Chrome (MGR). If Secondhand, ensure that you have the underlid steel support brackets.
Geoff F,
P.S. Dieter, long time no beer together !!
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Re: MG Luggage rack
Excellent advise everybody thank you.
I'm going to go without the strap, however carry one with me just incase I get twitchy
I'm going to go without the strap, however carry one with me just incase I get twitchy