Luggage and towing

[dixopr]

Hello, I can't for the life of me find a rear luggage box. I did see some photos but can't find the part number from Yamaha for the big plastic box that fits the rear luggage rack on these machines. Also wondering about towing. I see a pintle type hitch is available but if others could give input it would be appreciated. Towing equinox type big boggan.

 

[Vandelay Industries]

From Yamaha Canada website:
Rear luggage box: http://yamaha-motor.ca/eshop/detail...Id=19&subGroupId=15&categoryId=64&itemId=2016

 

[LtRon]

Nice looking box but for $290 seems excessively priced. I am looking for one for my 2016 also and will share what I find. As for the hitch, the stock version looks a little light but is rated for a decent pull such as the Equinox, Pelican, etc.

 

[dixopr]

Thanks for the link. Yeah 300 seems high but if its quality is good then I'll get one. Really like the heated space under the seat, what a luxury to keep extra gloves warm, water bottle, etc.

LtRon Please tell us about your 2016 when you have a chance. I like the next look and the wrap around front bumper.

 

[LtRon]

You often get what you pay for and if its a Yamaha accessory that will be used frequently then likley work the extra $. I am planning on using a 115L Sealine dry bag with shoulder harness for use in the backcountry. Won't look as nice as the Yamaha box and will have to be secured with cam buckle staps. I will try to post some pics of my sled. I have yet to use it this season - - no snow yet. It is certainly a heavy machine (approx 750 lbs) and the engine compartment is pretty full with the addition of the new 1049 cc engine. Yes, lots of storage too. The fuel tank is a 40 L and I think that the mirrors have been repositioned realtive to the previous models (they are mounted inside of the windshield).

 

[Vandelay Industries]

The Yamaha box is the first accessory I got when I bought the sled. It is definitely worth the price. So nice not to have to strap in your gear, and it holds more than you think. I also had a set of saddle bags for the sled but never had to use them. Also the bottom and lid are insulated. Nice spot to mount license plate as well

 

[LtRon]

Hi Gents - I had promised pics of my VK. See attached. There is a lot of junk in the background (sorry) but it will give you an idea of what the machine looks like. Merry Christmas.

 

[frankjohansen]

Hi LtRon , congrats on the new macine, have you tried it out, got enough snow yet?? I hope you can start a new tread and share you initial feel abot your new ride and. Tanks in advance

 

[dixopr]

I bought the rear box, very nice. Just need to make a chainsaw bracket and I'm in business. I'm looking for the front bumper winch mount too, can't seem to find it either.

 

[Vandelay Industries]

They don't make the front mount for the winch anymore. Keep an eye on kijiji or other listings. Sometimes they come up.

 

[brad gilker]

does the 2006 luggage box fit on the 2017??????????

 

[Vandelay Industries]

No it won't fit. They changed the design of the rear rack. There is no trunk accessory listed for the vk professional II.

 

[brad gilker]

Well that really sucks. I guess I'll be keeping my 06

 

[brad gilker]

No it won't fit. They changed the design of the rear rack. There is no trunk accessory listed for the vk professional II.

 

[brad gilker]

It DOES fit. I just bought a 2016 VKII but checked to see if my box would fit and it does. I do have to drill new holes in the box to re-locate the U-bolts.
Also the cover that is used when the luggage box is installed also fits the new sled. 2006 is for sale $6500 firm. 10,034 KM. New track, maybe 500K's on it