LUGGAGE RACK RESTRICTIONS

[KW]

I'm thinking about adding a Leathlyke trunk on my standard. The company website says your rack must be able to hold 30 pounds. . .  The little sticker Honda puts on the rack says; 8 pounds max. I know Honda most likely puts those there for some liability issues? It may also have to do with the weight balance? I've certainly have had well over 8 ponds strapped to the lugage rack before, without any handling issues. . . . and without any damage to the rack or backrest, but I'm wondering if I'll be pressing my luck at 30 pounds? Any input or thoughts would be appriciated. Thanks 

[fudgie]

I think you'll be alright. I really doubt the trunk weights 30 lbs by itself, loaded maybe.

[RudyF6]

 Dude, I wouldn't worry - 1st time I took a trip with the wife and our stuff in a sissy bar bag - it had to weigh 45 lbs. My rack fared just fine.

[sheets]

I've done 20+ pounds in a T-bag numerous times.  I saw a pic once a number of years ago of a Hondaline rack that failed.  The square frame work is hollow.  It broke right at the end of the side support gussets.  I made an aluminum plate the bolts over the rack to match the foot print of the T-bag.  It helps to distribute the load so the side support gussets carry more of the weight rather than dead weight hanging off the unsupported end.