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1. The backrest, I don't usually go for long trips around town, but I enjoy just cruising around sometimes. This would pretty much be an oversized top case/ rear trunk. If I can make the boat tail area completely (see picture) used as storage, then I should be able to get away with not having the saddle bags/panniers. But if it turns out to not be enough I'd definitely re-look at the panniers.

2. This setup has an "un"fortunate side affect of more fuel economy. I may not ride for it, but if it means I don't have to fill up as often, then I don't mind.