Dano,
I fitted the frames just to see the fit, nice. Haven't been able to use mine yet, but in October a nice long ride is planned and I hope to get a good road test in then. Yes, I would like the top rack. I haven't decided for sure which hard case I want yet, but am leaning towards the GIVI E21's I want something very small as I rarely change clothes or shower when out on the road and only need space for an emergency change of clothes, rain gear, tent and a few other things. Smell somewhat like a dead rodent after a week on the road, the wife doesn't allow me in the house w/o stripping down outside and quickly going into the shower.
TT