Thanks, I do, too. As badass as the XR650R can be in its bare enduro form, these bikes are also fully capable of eating up road miles. The soft luggage is lighter than metal panniers and works very well. I have probably added 40-45 pounds to the bike with the big fuel tank, racks and luggage. (Been meaning to weigh the bike "wet" in dual-sport form just to see.) If you're into dual-sport or adventure riding, come join us at the new channel devoted strictly to dirt/dual-sport/adventure motorcycles: youtube.com/@motorcycletechandtravel.
@@RoadReadywithMosesLudelI just got a 2001 XR650R that I'm setting up for duel sport long distance adventure riding. Have you had any issues with sub frame cracking or the likes with your luggage setup? Thanks as I see alot do have issues with sub frames cracking as 650R are not really set up for that.
I understand your concern. When choosing and installing these racks, I was apprehensive about the 6mm attachment points. This was the best conceived package I could find, mainly for its under-fender bracing system. TCI engineering strives to distribute the load without overstressing one area of the frame. (The rear extensions of the XR650R frame were not intended for load bearing; frame members were not designed for a rear passenger or hefty load.) There were no weight limits suggested in the product details; however, I have never carried more than 35 pounds on these racks. As a TIG/GTAW weldor, I can make repairs or add support braces if fatigue develops. I do check the frame regularly and have not had issues to date...This video can help XR650R owners make comparisons with currently available products. In particular, I would look for an under-fender bracing system.
@@RoadReadywithMosesLudel thanks very much for the reply. Yes I'll make sure I get a well braced set up like yours or modify and make a stronger one and keep an eye on everything too. Looks like you have your bike well setup. Great videos too by the way. Thanks again👍
You're welcome...I've started the Motorcycle Tech and Travel Channel at youtube.com/@motorcycletechandtravel to produce this kind of content around our bikes. The XR650R will be at the forefront, and your subscription would be valued there...Join us!
Try Revzilla...They and other vendors sold TCI Products. Revzilla may know the current status of TCI Products or any successor brand that may offer these products. Moose Racing sold these products as well, and Revzilla has a PDF installation sheet available at www.revzilla.com/assets/0004/1220/moose_racing_expedition_rear_top_rack_honda_xr650_r20002007.pdf that covers the XR650R. It might be worth contacting Moose Racing...I worked with TCI a decade ago, they had a loyal following around rugged luggage racks and engine guard solutions. For the XR650R, an under fender brace is a must for either the top-only Borrego rack or the Sequoia rack for top and side saddle luggage. Important to note, the Honda XR650R rear frame extensions with 6mm, factory tapped holes are not optimal support for hefty loads. At the motorcycle channel (youtube.com/@motorcycletechandtravel), we have discussed load limits. Even with the superior braces and engineering from TCI Products, I have limited my loads based on the motorcycle's rear frame extension tubing size and tapped holes. These extensions were not intended for heavy rear loads. In fairness to Honda, this bike was engineered for open desert racing...I am running the lighter Borrego rack (top-only plus the under fender brace) now, reducing the bike's cargo weight to 15 pounds when riding two-track or single track. With the Sequoia rack in place, I limit my outdoor and filming gear weight to 30 pounds maximum. This plus the weight of the TCI Sequoia rack, Nelson-Rigg soft luggage and TCI's under fender brace make plenty of mass. Look closely at your bike's rear frame support(s) before plunging. TCI designed the under fender brace to distribute the load more evenly, but there are limits.
I’d dig this setup
Thanks, I do, too. As badass as the XR650R can be in its bare enduro form, these bikes are also fully capable of eating up road miles. The soft luggage is lighter than metal panniers and works very well. I have probably added 40-45 pounds to the bike with the big fuel tank, racks and luggage. (Been meaning to weigh the bike "wet" in dual-sport form just to see.) If you're into dual-sport or adventure riding, come join us at the new channel devoted strictly to dirt/dual-sport/adventure motorcycles: youtube.com/@motorcycletechandtravel.
@@RoadReadywithMosesLudelI just got a 2001 XR650R that I'm setting up for duel sport long distance adventure riding. Have you had any issues with sub frame cracking or the likes with your luggage setup? Thanks as I see alot do have issues with sub frames cracking as 650R are not really set up for that.
I understand your concern. When choosing and installing these racks, I was apprehensive about the 6mm attachment points. This was the best conceived package I could find, mainly for its under-fender bracing system. TCI engineering strives to distribute the load without overstressing one area of the frame. (The rear extensions of the XR650R frame were not intended for load bearing; frame members were not designed for a rear passenger or hefty load.) There were no weight limits suggested in the product details; however, I have never carried more than 35 pounds on these racks. As a TIG/GTAW weldor, I can make repairs or add support braces if fatigue develops. I do check the frame regularly and have not had issues to date...This video can help XR650R owners make comparisons with currently available products. In particular, I would look for an under-fender bracing system.
@@RoadReadywithMosesLudel thanks very much for the reply. Yes I'll make sure I get a well braced set up like yours or modify and make a stronger one and keep an eye on everything too. Looks like you have your bike well setup. Great videos too by the way. Thanks again👍
You're welcome...I've started the Motorcycle Tech and Travel Channel at youtube.com/@motorcycletechandtravel to produce this kind of content around our bikes. The XR650R will be at the forefront, and your subscription would be valued there...Join us!
Any links to product page for this brace? I can't find these anywhere.
Try Revzilla...They and other vendors sold TCI Products. Revzilla may know the current status of TCI Products or any successor brand that may offer these products. Moose Racing sold these products as well, and Revzilla has a PDF installation sheet available at www.revzilla.com/assets/0004/1220/moose_racing_expedition_rear_top_rack_honda_xr650_r20002007.pdf that covers the XR650R. It might be worth contacting Moose Racing...I worked with TCI a decade ago, they had a loyal following around rugged luggage racks and engine guard solutions. For the XR650R, an under fender brace is a must for either the top-only Borrego rack or the Sequoia rack for top and side saddle luggage. Important to note, the Honda XR650R rear frame extensions with 6mm, factory tapped holes are not optimal support for hefty loads. At the motorcycle channel (youtube.com/@motorcycletechandtravel), we have discussed load limits. Even with the superior braces and engineering from TCI Products, I have limited my loads based on the motorcycle's rear frame extension tubing size and tapped holes. These extensions were not intended for heavy rear loads. In fairness to Honda, this bike was engineered for open desert racing...I am running the lighter Borrego rack (top-only plus the under fender brace) now, reducing the bike's cargo weight to 15 pounds when riding two-track or single track. With the Sequoia rack in place, I limit my outdoor and filming gear weight to 30 pounds maximum. This plus the weight of the TCI Sequoia rack, Nelson-Rigg soft luggage and TCI's under fender brace make plenty of mass. Look closely at your bike's rear frame support(s) before plunging. TCI designed the under fender brace to distribute the load more evenly, but there are limits.