Hello again. Sorry for all the questions but I've just got my bike and need your advice and expertise. I am looking for a top box and found this

https://www.omniaracing.net/en/givi-mounting-kit-rear-rack-kit-for-givi-kappa-cases-suzuki-gs500e-0107-gs500f-p-17832.html

The only thing is, I have a 1998 gs500e but this is for a 2001. Is there any difference between the years or will it fit no problem? Thanks a lot

Bod

Hi guys. I have just been offered this rack. It's a 97 bike but not sure if this is an official rack mount. Could someone give me some advice on it? Thanks a lot

 I don't know anything about the rack in the picture, but to answer your first question:

A rack for a 2001 will not fit on a 1997 without modification. Although the frame is 99% the same, the rear plastics are completely different. You need a rack designed to fit a 1989 - 2000 bike.

The rack in the photo looks decent.

Ok great thanks. I'll try and get him to sell it lol

Do you have any details on that second rack?  Make / model?  I don't think I've ever seen it.

Sadly not. I've been looking at quite a few options but I doubt they fit the 1998 model

UPDATE: I have just removed the side panels from the bike and found two mounting arms underneath. Are these nothing to go with a rack mounting, just the standard parts?

Thanks

Bod

Correct, those are standard side rails.  They've got nubs on the bottom for attaching bungee net hooks or whatever to.