Tour pack on Voyager

Vulcanrider03 · 03-16-2013, 06:40 AM

Due to less room for the passanger on the voyager compared to the 1600, I heard that someone modified the trunk mounting plate somehow and was able to move it back a couple of inches..

I sure would like to do the same on my 2010 Nomad since I have the same trunk on it..

Any idea let me know

Tkx

redjay · 03-16-2013, 08:11 AM

Highwayman did the mod to the trunk.
I sent you a PM.

highwayman2011 · 03-21-2013, 06:23 AM

http://s1150.photobucket.com/albums/...ghwayman2012/I used 1 1/2" square steel tubing on top of where the trunk bolts onto the rack, moved the trunk back 3 inches and bolted it to the tubes. All the wires were long enough to make it. The only drawback? on the Voyager was the mount isn't covered by the trim. I painted the tubes flat black and you really can't see them unless you are close.

highwayman2011 · 03-21-2013, 06:32 AM

http://s1150.photobucket.com/albums/...ighwayman2012/
Here are the pictures.

Vulcanrider03 · 03-21-2013, 07:03 AM

The only drawback is the trim at the back of the trunk is disconnected from the side. Other than that it did the job... if there is a way it could be done without disconnecting the trim it would look reall good

highwayman2011 · 03-21-2013, 02:58 PM

Yes I've seen it done other ways but a lot more work. If comfort is your goal this can be done in a day or two. If looks are important the mount to the frame can be modified by cutting and welding. Someone on here said my bike looked like a hooptymobile and would rather ride uncomfortably. Others have gotten rid of their bike sighting room for their passenger as a major factor. It cost about $30 and it worked. You will have to decide what is best for you. I was hoping someone would come out with a more elegant bolt on, still waiting. That being said I could return it to stock in 20 minutes and since my wife got a new Spyder...

recumbentbob · 03-21-2013, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by highwayman2011

Yes I've seen it done other ways but a lot more work. If comfort is your goal this can be done in a day or two. If looks are important the mount to the frame can be modified by cutting and welding. Someone on here said my bike looked like a hooptymobile and would rather ride uncomfortably. Others have gotten rid of their bike sighting room for their passenger as a major factor. It cost about $30 and it worked. You will have to decide what is best for you. I was hoping someone would come out with a more elegant bolt on, still waiting. That being said I could return it to stock in 20 minutes and since my wife got a new Spyder...

It looks great to me, you did a nice job.
Bob

Netnorske · 03-21-2013, 08:36 PM

Functional for sure and a nice fix for a problem Kawi should have been more thoughtful in addressing in the first place. On a new HD, the trunks have some adjustability built in....as did the Premeux I had on my Nomad. It should be a given that not everyone is the same size or needs the same amount of room, but Kawi basically assumed that one tiny size fit all, and made no effort to make that setup adjustable. Hopefully they address that problem in future models.

To be honest, I'm not sure the Victory trunk is adjustable either, but at least they give you lots of room, (think 1600 Nomad), so it is not a problem. I also had issues with the basic size of the trunk, smallish and less cargo room that my Premeux (HD style) trunk. Good to see someone taking the initiative in coming up with a fix though.

cactusjack · 03-22-2013, 12:55 AM

Not sure what adjustability you're referring to? I believe there's a second set of holes in the Harley trunk and it can be moved maybe a couple inches back. I bought a Kuryakyn tour pack adjuster that fits between the tourpak and the mount and gives 3" rear and 1" forward from the stock position. The good thing is I can adjust it in about 30 seconds without tools. It raised the tourpak by maybe 3/4", if that much.

Netnorske · 03-22-2013, 08:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cactusjack

Not sure what adjustability you're referring to? I believe there's a second set of holes in the Harley trunk and it can be moved maybe a couple inches back. I bought a Kuryakyn tour pack adjuster that fits between the tourpak and the mount and gives 3" rear and 1" forward from the stock position. The good thing is I can adjust it in about 30 seconds without tools. It raised the tourpak by maybe 3/4", if that much.

I meant those secondary holes that come stock. That's how my Premeux was....it had several mount hole choices that would move the box a total of 4" for or aft....

03-16-2013, 06:40 AM	#1
Vulcanrider03 Advanced Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Rockland,ont Posts: 519	Tour pack on Voyager Due to less room for the passanger on the voyager compared to the 1600, I heard that someone modified the trunk mounting plate somehow and was able to move it back a couple of inches.. I sure would like to do the same on my 2010 Nomad since I have the same trunk on it.. Any idea let me know Tkx __________________ Lukster National CVFR SAA Rockland,Ont Nomad 2010 Voyager trunk Alleycat intake / YVANIZE ECU, Freedom performance 2 into 1 Kuryaken grip with Throttle mod lost of chrome add on Sound digital 1200.4 2 ohm 6 x 9 MPX 690 Hertz in custom fairing 6.5 hcx hertz speakers in hard bags 6.5 MPX hertz in pods Login or Register to Remove Ads
	0

03-21-2013, 06:23 AM	#3
highwayman2011 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: N Las Vegas, NV Posts: 364	http://s1150.photobucket.com/albums/...ghwayman2012/I used 1 1/2" square steel tubing on top of where the trunk bolts onto the rack, moved the trunk back 3 inches and bolted it to the tubes. All the wires were long enough to make it. The only drawback? on the Voyager was the mount isn't covered by the trim. I painted the tubes flat black and you really can't see them unless you are close. __________________ 2010 Vulcan Voyager Last edited by highwayman2011; 03-21-2013 at 06:25 AM.
	0

03-21-2013, 06:32 AM	#4
highwayman2011 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: N Las Vegas, NV Posts: 364	http://s1150.photobucket.com/albums/...ighwayman2012/ Here are the pictures. __________________ 2010 Vulcan Voyager
	0

03-21-2013, 07:03 AM	#5
Vulcanrider03 Advanced Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Rockland,ont Posts: 519	The only drawback is the trim at the back of the trunk is disconnected from the side. Other than that it did the job... if there is a way it could be done without disconnecting the trim it would look reall good __________________ Lukster National CVFR SAA Rockland,Ont Nomad 2010 Voyager trunk Alleycat intake / YVANIZE ECU, Freedom performance 2 into 1 Kuryaken grip with Throttle mod lost of chrome add on Sound digital 1200.4 2 ohm 6 x 9 MPX 690 Hertz in custom fairing 6.5 hcx hertz speakers in hard bags 6.5 MPX hertz in pods Login or Register to Remove Ads
	0

03-21-2013, 02:58 PM	#6
highwayman2011 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: N Las Vegas, NV Posts: 364	Yes I've seen it done other ways but a lot more work. If comfort is your goal this can be done in a day or two. If looks are important the mount to the frame can be modified by cutting and welding. Someone on here said my bike looked like a hooptymobile and would rather ride uncomfortably. Others have gotten rid of their bike sighting room for their passenger as a major factor. It cost about $30 and it worked. You will have to decide what is best for you. I was hoping someone would come out with a more elegant bolt on, still waiting. That being said I could return it to stock in 20 minutes and since my wife got a new Spyder... __________________ 2010 Vulcan Voyager
	0

03-16-2013, 08:11 AM	#2
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,978	Highwayman did the mod to the trunk. I sent you a PM.
	0

03-21-2013, 08:36 PM	#8
Netnorske Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Everett, Washington Posts: 5,709	Functional for sure and a nice fix for a problem Kawi should have been more thoughtful in addressing in the first place. On a new HD, the trunks have some adjustability built in....as did the Premeux I had on my Nomad. It should be a given that not everyone is the same size or needs the same amount of room, but Kawi basically assumed that one tiny size fit all, and made no effort to make that setup adjustable. Hopefully they address that problem in future models. To be honest, I'm not sure the Victory trunk is adjustable either, but at least they give you lots of room, (think 1600 Nomad), so it is not a problem. I also had issues with the basic size of the trunk, smallish and less cargo room that my Premeux (HD style) trunk. Good to see someone taking the initiative in coming up with a fix though. __________________ *Kris Olsen* VBA #0691 2017 HD Ultra Limited Low 2013 Victory Cross Country Tour 2012 1700 Vulcan Voyager 2008 1600 Vulcan Nomad 1997 Vulcan 800 Classic *"Growing old is mandatory,* *but growing up is optional"* Custer 2009\|Kalispell 2010\|Cortez 2010\|Crescent City 2011\|Kanab 2012\|Canmore 2012\|Estes Park 2013\|Orofino 2014\|Lake Tahoe 2015\|Red Lodge 2016
	0

03-22-2013, 12:55 AM	#9
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Not sure what adjustability you're referring to? I believe there's a second set of holes in the Harley trunk and it can be moved maybe a couple inches back. I bought a Kuryakyn tour pack adjuster that fits between the tourpak and the mount and gives 3" rear and 1" forward from the stock position. The good thing is I can adjust it in about 30 seconds without tools. It raised the tourpak by maybe 3/4", if that much. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
	0