At least for 2/3 of the Trekker Outback EVO’s name is very well-known and needs little introduction. Side and top cases, world travellers or robust commuters, sturdy fellows, in different sizes and equipped with all the necessities to tour around comfortably.
All the necessities? Well, increasingly so. Always more advanced and goal-oriented. Hence the ‘EVO’ in the name. Ow yes and this version also takes your high exhaust pipe(s) into account. ‘Finally’, is what we hear. Functionality and all-round qualities are kept at a high level with details that add that extra layer.
What changed? The four tension strap holders on top of the cases have become more refined, thanks to an improved version of the plastic element that was introduced earlier (the 2018 update) and the GIVI print in relief on the sides of the cases looks a little different and more modern. The handles are wider to be comfortable even with motorcycle gloves on. The hinge is an update, with an ‘endpoint’ that eliminates the need for the two strings on the inside: the lid will stay open no matter what should you want to. Another innovation is the little hook on the inside, allowing the side case to be suspended on the rack, for an even more practical accessibility.
The largest and most striking change, however, is the recess for an exhaust on the left side case. This evidently means that you’re losing a little bit of storage space but it gains motorcycle width. Up until this EVO, owners of asymmetrical motorcycles used a (more slender) 33-litre side case on the side of the exhaust and the wider 37-litre side case on the side without exhaust. They no longer have to do this.
The GIVI Trekker Outback EVO side case is part of the Monokey®Cam-Side series and can only be used as a side case. There are a number of combinations and formulas, in black anodised aluminium as well as in a more natural look & feel. With or without top case, by piece or by set, the luxury of GIVI and of (among others) this Trekker Outback EVO series hides in the modular approach. The Trekker Outback range consists of a number of formats of top and side cases to assemble your set to your liking.
Each case is equipped with a safety lock and is splash proof. The Trekker Outback EVOs are attached and locked quickly and easily onto a motorcycle-specific mounting set. This mounting can only be secured with a PL-CAM-rack. These racks are heavier than the regular PL racks and have been equipped with the Cam-Side mounting system. You can find them here.
With a single key you can operate the locking mechanism that closes as well as locks the cases into place on the holder. Thanks to a mounted handle (with more room in this EVO version) on each side, you can effortlessly carry these cases to and from your motorcycle.
Storing your motorcycle helmet on the side of the exhaust will be a difficult one. Then again, 90% of the time, your motorcycle helmet will be on your head anyway.
This case has a series of optional accessories:
- Reflective stickers: to make you more visible in the dark, a set of E145 reflective stickers is available. In vertical position, they fit perfectly on the flattened corners of these cases.
- Cargo bag: on top of this Outback Trekker, an additional cargo bag GRT714B or EA120 can be mounted with a set of tension straps S351. Besides the GRT714B, there's another kart bag available: the XL01B.
- Luggage nets: use the space that the trunk lid has to offer inside. Mount a luggage net E144 in it and store many small items. On top of this case, the luggage net T10Z can be easily attached.
- A backpack: T521 with a capacity of 15 litres that can be stored in the upper tray of the case.
Care instructions: as this case is made of aluminium, it requires slightly more maintenance than a plastic case. For cleaning these cases we recommend S100 Moto Wash. NEVER use maintenance products that contain acids or other corrosive substances. Such products cause dark stains which are very difficult to remove afterwards.
Watertightness: the GIVI side cases and top cases are not waterproof. They were awarded an IPX4 rating. Having the right expectations always helps prevent disappointment.
