Soft luggage question

[spklbuk]

Is anyone considering soft luggage for their S10? Must be pillion compatible. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. TIA.


EDIT: My main concern is what a hard side bag would do to passengers legs in a get off...could provide some protection or could be just the opposite. Also wonder about the extra weight of a hard pannier.

 

[LostViking]

If Wolfman gets around to making racks for the Tenere I think they would work well.

http://www.wolfmanluggage.com/Expedition/expd_dry_saddle_bags.html

 

[johnnail]

yes, I have soft luggage for mine already, just waiting for the right side racks

 

[spklbuk]

If Wolfman gets around to making racks for the Tenere I think they would work well.

http://www.wolfmanluggage.com/Expedition/expd_dry_saddle_bags.html

Thanks sir. I've looked at these. I just wonder if the seat strap can be routed under the pillion seat, otherwise looks like there is buckle dead center of the seat. Guess I'll contact them and ask.

 

[spklbuk]

yes, I have soft luggage for mine already, just waiting for the right side racks

What brand/model luggage are you planning to run? I've looked at RevPak, Nelson-Rigg and others but most appear to be geared for touring and not so much to adventure. Or they ride where the pillion sits. Spkldoe would not be pleased.

I know there has to be others besides WolfMan (and I like theirs), just hoping for choices.

 

[fredz43]

I have the Ortleib Dry Bags saddlebags for my KLR and like them a lot. The straps have velcro for adjustment across the seat, so no buckles there. I route mine across the top of the seat, as I do not have a passenger, but I see no reason why they couldn't be routed under the passenger seat. I plan to run hard bags for most of my touring, but would use these if doing some off road adventuring.

 

[spklbuk]

Thanks Fred. Off to check 'em out.

 

[spklbuk]

http://www.kriega.us/products/kriega-us-20 Kriega modular system looks promising.

 

[Bugsy]

I'm considering the Ventura pack system. I like it because you don't get the wind drag of panniers and has a rack for quick/secure attachment.

http://www.ventura-mca.com/default.aspx

 

[spklbuk]

Ventura system sure looks like potentially a lot of weight up high.

 

[spklbuk]

Mondo tank panniers http://shop.mountainsuntouring.com/Sherpa-28-Litre-Tank-Panniers-MST-S28L.htm

 

[Chadx]

Regarding the over-seat buckle being centered on the Wolfman Expedition Dry Saddelbags, that is just the default location. On my WRR dual sport, I actually have the buckles adjusted so they are way off to one side. I didn't want the buckle on the seat or on the rear rack so I have them adjusted so they are on the exhaust side and span the gap between the seat and the bag. I would imagine the same could be done if one wanted to run the straps under a seat.

Berg, that fabs the Wolfman saddlebag racks for Wolfman, said he will be doing Super Tenere racks as soon as he has access to a bike. Wolfman bags also work with most other racks (SW-motech, Givi, etc.) if you get the Mounting Straps ($18 for the needed 8 straps): http://www.wolfmanluggage.com/Accessories/other_rack_mount.html

Video of installing the mounting straps on non-wolfman racks:

Saddle Bags onto Non-Wolf Side racks

 

[spklbuk]

Thanks Chadx. I am leaning toward the SW Motech sideracks and the Wolfman Expedition Saddlebags with an eye towards hard panniers in the future. Depends on how much touring use my rumored S10 receives.

Will run a hard-side topbox with a backrest for spkldoe as standard equipment or else I need not bring the bike home :exclaim:

 

[switchback]

For those looking for good functional soft luggage with a price that is great, check out the Nelson Rigg CL-850 saddlebags.

# Top quality UV-treated Tri-Max® ballistic nylon
# Highly reflective webbing
# Lined interior
# Maintain its shape even when empty
# Fail safe heavy-duty zippers with pull fobs
# Protective pad to hold the bag firm without slipping or marking bike
# Securely mount using wide Velcro® straps and quick release buckles
# External buckles for compatibility with our tail packs
# Front mesh pockets to hold cans or water bottles
# 100% waterproof rainstorm cover
# Lifetime "No Hassle" warranty
# Main compartment measures: 17"L X 9"W X 14"H
# Holds 35.10 Liters per side

My father runs them on his F650GS and loves them. Many good reviews in the past on ADV. I see prices as low as $88.

 

[Chadx]

Those are nice looking bags. Should work well for anyone that doesn't need dustproof and waterproof bags (though the specs say there is a rain cover). I ran Dirtbagz brand saddlebags until the dust and rain penetration proved frustrating, so I swapped to waterproof soft bags. My wife still uses the Dirtbagz on her bike since she is a fair weather rider.

One will just want to consider how you are going to use them and if dust and rain penetration are of concern.

 

[switchback]

We ran the CL-850s through a week of heavy monsoon rain with the covers. My hard Ducati GIVI sidecases had a puddle in them at all times but the Nelson Rigg setup was bone dry inside. So far dust has not been an issue on our dirt road travels. I would like to take Dad up the Continental Divide, perhaps I will be able to provide a report on extensive dirt testing this summer.

 

[colorider]

My hard Ducati GIVI sidecases had a puddle in them at all times

Interesting! I've never had a GIVI bag leak, except for when holes were drilled in the lid to mount a rack - and not sealed properly.

 

[spklbuk]

Appreciate the inside info switchback. The Nelson-Rigg bags were the 1st ones I scoped out. I have used one of their tankbags on my '06 FJR since its inception and it has served me well. Good to know their saddlebags are capable too.

 

[switchback]

Interesting! I've never had a GIVI bag leak, except for when holes were drilled in the lid to mount a rack - and not sealed properly.

Note they are Ducati bags made by GIVI, not a standard GIVI pannier. Form over function likely caused this problem.

Appreciate the inside info switchback. The Nelson-Rigg bags were the 1st ones I scoped out. I have used one of their tankbags on my '06 FJR since its inception and it has served me well. Good to know their saddlebags are capable too.

No problem. Many positive reports on a variety of dual sport forums and ADV for those who don't want to rely on me alone.

 

[Chadx]

We ran the CL-850s through a week of heavy monsoon rain with the covers....the Nelson Rigg setup was bone dry inside. So far dust has not been an issue on our dirt road travels.

Excellent to know from first hand experience. Thanks.