I plan on photos and some instructions on how to do it. I started with these cans because I hve 50 of them. The next size up is a SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon) box. I only have two of these so I'm not real keen on drilling holes in them until I've settled on the mounting hardware. Current mounting hardware consists of 5/16" treaded rod lock nuts, regular nuts, regular washers, fender washers and a stainless steel bag support I got off eBay, They can be removed by opening the lids and removing two lock nuts and fender washers.
Why do it? I have not found any bags made for a GZ250 that are much more than decorative and none that I would consider secure. I want to carry better tools on my bike and leave them there all the time. I want to carry minor spare parts such as bulbs, fuses, and tire repair kits. I want to carry a digital camera and have secure storage for this on the bike. I have a Concealed Weapons Permit and go armed almost everywhere. There are a few places I need to go that I can't carry and I need secure storage. There are very few hand guns bigger than your typical mouse gun that will easily fit under the GZ250 seat. A full sized 1911 would be totally out of the question. In other words I have a real need for hard, lockable, water proofstorage that can't easily be removed from the bike. Ammo cans fit the bill and they are cheap to boot.
I'm also considering making hard bags from fiberglass or adapting some other existing boxes or bag. Pelican boxes?
If anyone has any ideas they would like to contribute I would like to hear them.
Future plans include:
- Locks
Paint
Fixing rattles
Larger Box
Stainless Steel Metric Mounting hardware so it doesn't rust and so I don't need to carry more tools.
Ideas:
- Quick Release instead of nuts so I could take it with me easier.
Stronger mounting - Bracket instead of bolts.
Reflectors
Decals Reflective
LED lighting.
Tie Downs
Chrome
Trays to organize stuff.