What to do with space where the airbox once was?

[Meuryn]

So, I've finally managed to rejet my GS and also installed a K&N lunchbox filter, and it's running like a dream, hooray! 

Only thing is, I'm left with a lot of free space where the OEM filter once was. This got me thinking, has anyone rigged up some kind of storage box to make the most of the new space? With a tyre plugger kit and mini compressor, I have almost no space for 'on the bike' tools or anything else I might otherwise store in the underseat storage. The two bolt holes for the OEM airbox are still there, so I'm imagining it would at least be possible to fabricate a new storage space and bolt it in. Anyone ever tried rigging up a new storage space, if not, how are you filling the potentially unsightly 'hole' visible from the bike's exterior where the airbox once was?

Cheers! 
Meuryn.

[adidasguy]

Beer storage.

[pomme123]

^This!!

[Soloratov]

I actually used the space for my relocated wiring harness. To do this I made a plastic box on my bender that actually bolts to the battery frame. The space is really not very large, and pretty inaccessible without removing the tank. That is, assuming you are leaving the battery in place. That's the issue you will have with using it for storage...accessibility. Getting into it from the side is the only feasible option.

[joweaver88]

Bulk storage of contraceptives... With the way its gonna sound after removal of the air box, you're gonna need them. 

[Meuryn]

Beer and contraceptives, duly noted 

Yeah, I thought about access, but I figured I'll stick emergency tools where the airbox once was, with a socket wrench for the tank bolts in the underseat storage. Whip the tank bolts off, grab your tools from underneath. Side access does sound a bit easier though! 

Meuryn.

[joweaver88]

LOL ... Anyway, on a more serious note you could make a little pouch containing some road safety gear in case you break down. Like a flash light, road flares, hi-vis yellow vest, etc...

[demol]

Hi all! New GS500F owner and first time post.

I am currently working on some fiberglass covers that will just stick on to the frame in this area and look like it blends into the rear fairing. I'll post some picks when I get the moulds and stuff done.

Mark

[oz353]

^ this = cool!!!! have thought of doing a similar thing to prevent side wind gust surging.

[cWj]

two words:

fish tank.

[robfriedenberger]

 
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I got it NOS

[adidasguy]

Storage for extra under pants for those "brown pants" episodes of close calls with a Mac Truck and you suddenly find you need a change.

[dowdy80]

Lights/underglow, AIR HORN