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Took 3 months,,,5 minuites here and there at work,,just to put my bag on it. Top of rack is 1/2" square tubing(to save weight) Lower is 1/2" square solid.   Incorporated the corners i cut off down the middle My TIG welding is good but not great but you'll only see the sides once the bag is on top. What a science project bending the lower to fit the frame. Heres my mounting   So called full view,,,,,,,its about 18" from the back of the pillion.  Here it is with the bag on it.   Go head and critique,,,,you won't hurt my feelings,,, P.S. trying to stay away from side bags 
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It looks very sturdy and functional. Nice job.
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Looks strong enough to carry a third person.Actually looks nice and very funtional.Carry a large load on a long trip.
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Should be Riding
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If you made it a little closer to the rear seat, you could incorporate a back rest for the passenger, or the bag could double as one.
Nice cuts and welds!
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The gap is needed for a future project  ,,,,,to be announced. Thanks,,,,,,,,
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Nice build quality, very clean work. 
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if you can do some maths put exact needed weight on it......you will easy wheelie your bike 
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Wow... that just yells "Beer Cooler"!
Awesome!
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Wow... that just yells "Beer Cooler"!
Awesome!
Beer cooler!!! 
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Excellent job! Looks like it will hold more weight than it will ever need to...
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Thanks everybody for the responses,,,it is appreciated
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The gap is needed for a future project ,,,,,to be announced.
Thanks,,,,,,,,
Pizza Delivery ?
nice job done there 
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Give ya a hint,,,,,Back Support  
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Looks sturdy and well built, but not very attractive. It looks kind of industrial. But if you like it that's all that matters.
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I disagree, the beauty is in the functionality. I think it looks great. Oppinions are like buts, everyone has one.
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PEZ,,,,your right,,,,i work in maintenence,Industry,,,
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