Carrier/rack for 175

[ranton_rambler]

Has anyone ever seen a rack which fits the narrowcase bikes from any of the suppliers? I have never seen a real one, but I believe it was an option and I found a photo online (attached). I want to try and do a "big trip" on my little Ducati and carrying some bits and bobs would be easier if there was something to attach a small bag to. I refuse to wear a rucksack on a bike.

ducati 175 carrier.jpg

[LaceyDucati]

Hi Ian,
I think Marcello Marturiello the admin of the "DUCATI SINGLE PARTS AND BIKES MARKET" Facebook Group may be worth asking. I have a recollection seeing some amongst his parts many years ago. Maybe also try Brian Fox (Italian vintage motorcycles in Market Rasen).

Regards Nigel

[ranton_rambler]

Thanks Nigel - I had a nice chat with Brian but no joy there. And as you may have seen I have joined that FB group.
Likelihood is that I'll have to make/modify something to fit.
Ian P

[ranton_rambler]

I was at the Stafford Show today and found the chap who makes nice stainless steel carriers, but only to existing patterns not custom ones. The closest was a BSA Starfire but would need modifying and seemed quite expensive to take a chance on.
Outside in the jumble I picked up an old Craven universal rack which I should be able to make some brackets for and paint to match my frame.

Then I can decide where to go.

[Paul W.]

Ian, here's a perfect rack which will be hard for you to find. When I first saw one I thought it might've been a factory option, it fits so well. They were made especially for Ducati singles and even have a stamp indicating so. Barely visible is another mark with the manufacturer's name, Triple A, of Gardena California. I own two, one with a small passenger backrest(!). Funny how we transition from clip-ons and rearsets to parcel racks.
It's unlikely you'll find one in the UK, but I'd be happy to supply dimensions if you like.

- Paul