I purchased the Givi V47 topcase after having the E55 Maxia for a couple years and needing a replacement topcase for my new FJR. I preferred the lines and styling of the V47. Compared to the Maxia, the V47 is definitely not as large, but it will still hold quite a lot of kit. I can verify that it will hold two large helmets with no problem. The construction and quality of the V47 is excellent, and I wouldn't hesitate for a second to buy any Givi product again.

I really like Givi luggage. I have owned other brands (coocase, cheap box from Jcwhitney, etc.) and Givi has always stood out as a good design and value proposition. I do not know if they have changed their design, but the locking mechanism on this case is subject to the elements. What I mean by that:

I took a +2K mile trip through Canada this fall, and unfortunately it rained a good portion of the time. By the third day of riding, when I opened the top case to unload the top red button remained in the recessed position. It would not pop back out, and subsequently the key would not turn. The lid would not close and lock, and here I was in the middle of nowhere Canada at a campground in the rain. I took apart the locking mechanism and discovered that there was grit (sand, dirt, other road grime) in the channels that hold the button, which was creating too much friction for the button to release. I disassembled the mechanism and clean it to the best of my ability, and then lubed it with all I had; teflon based dupont chain saver. It is a dry lubricant. After two more days, the mechanism was sticking again, although not severe enough to require disassembly on the road. I was able to get it to operate smoothly after cycling it a few time. Not that it really would matter, but the trip was on paved roads (with the exception of going to and from the campgrounds).

I have completely disassembled it again and cleaned it once I got home, and I have had no more problems, but I have not ridden in the rain extensively either.

It looks great, it feels to be good quality, Unfortunately, I cannot recommend the product at this time based on my experience.

This top case looks create on my bike. It has plenty of room for my full face helmet, jacket and knee guards. It has a very nice and looking finish, very stylish. Also it the same as the "original" sold for this bike by the manufacture.

I stressed about the V47 vs the B33. I went with the V47 for versatility despite concern that it might be too big on my Versys. I do not mind the size at all. Works very well for me. I can fit all my riding gear in there other than my helmet. Of course the helmet fits easily without my other gear. My objective was to be able to wear all the gear and then have a secure place to store it all when I get where I am going. Fits perfectly.

Very Happy.

The Givi V47 is well made and provides good storage space. I only rated the "bang for the buck" at average, because for an FJR1300, it requires a specific mounting bracket that is sold separately which increases the cost of the unit. I'm sure I will be happy with the Givi.

I looked around at many options and finally decided to give the Givi V47 Tech top box a try. I have the E52 on my ST1300 that has performed great for 6 years now with no issues at all other than a very small piece of trim breaking off. I loaded up the V47 on a fly & ride and rode 1100 miles in 2½ days through 250 miles of rain and it never had a problem at all. It locks and closes and just plain works great. I can't wait to add lighting to the box! Highly recommended!

Was a lil hesitant to make this purchase as I was considering a different set up, finally made up my mind and said I'd try it out. So after mounting it ... All 30 seconds of it, I was surprisingly pleased, fits great, looks good and extra storage. There were no negatives, no wind buffering no wobble no rattles nothing. I highly recommend this along with the phils rack for the concours 14... Excellent combo, very sturdy. We took a trip shortly after installing it and it performed flawlessly as if it were a normal part of the motorcycle.

Got the black/carbon for my 2013 FJR and it's a perfect match. Very good rubber seal to keep out the elements. Holds my XL full face and my wifes SMALL full face easily. The key and lock are sturdy and appear to be of high quality.
I purchased the way overpriced backrest accessory and it's worked well.
I also purchased the updated Admore light kit with the optional Gen 2/3 FJR adapter (not on Zilla as of yet) and while it took me a while to figure it out (I SUCK at anything electrical), I eventually got it all installed.
LED running lights, brake lights and turn signals on my V47!
I should have bought this years ago.

I bought this case for my new R1200RT since I had been pleased with the Givi V46 on my old R1200RT.

The special adapter plate required for this case on the RT is expensive and hard-to-find, but that's my only complaint.

The fit and finish have been improved over the V46 and the locking mechanism is much better.

I spent about $480 for the case and mounting adapter. The price for the equivalent factory top case is $1,345. !!!!

Recommended.

The case is a great size for my v-strom 650xt. It looks nice, mounts well and holds my helmet and/or jacket (not both). I usually end up chaining my helmet to the bike if I have to stow the jacket.
Two downsides:
1 - there is no document holder included (thought from the review that it was included with Monokey). Also, there are none available to order at this time:(
2 - it's not super visible. There's very little reflectivity. The lower metallic strip in the middle is not reflective. Also, the light kits only light up the top lights. I have no idea why there's a big "light" section across the middle that has no functionality at all.
Another thing I noticed is that sometimes it's tough no know if the case is really latched or not. It would be great to have a 2nd catch so I don't have to worry about the lid flying up mid-ride if I didn't close it properly.
I will probably purchase an admore led kit to make this more visible. Otherwise, the case functions really well.
They key and lock are large and sturdy - not like the ridiculously small key that came with my suzuki OEM saddlebags.