With a help of a hitch mount (about 2-hour DIY install) and a canoe loader from U-Haul one can throw a 17 foot canoe on a Fiat 500. No issues driving hours on a highway. The T-Bar prevents the trunk from opening, so you have to load the car first and mount the canoe as the last step.

Does it look comical? Yes. Is it functional — absolutely!

Bought the case for 120CAD with shipping from Kimplex Canada. The backrest was an additional 36 CAD. This is a great price for a case, especially one that’s made in Spain.

The Duke 690 is not a big bike, so I was looking for something that would not over power the bike. Style wise, the case matches the looks and the lines of the bike. The case is very lightweight and the mounting bracket does not look too large or too unsightly with the case off. I can fit 1 full size helmet plus gloves and a few other items.

Highly recommended!