Finally got the chance to try out this motorcycle bike rack I got last year. Worked like a charm, couldn't even tell it was there honestly. A bit more crosswind on bridges but nothing more than a pillion would give.
It admittedly looks ridiculous, but that's kinda half the fun. Definitely got some looks going down the road.
Need to find a way to store the motorcycle helmet at the destination though since it takes the place of a top box.