So for our trip to Switzerland later this month I opted for soft luggage. Mainly because it was much cheaper but also lighter than hard luggage, since we will be two up for this trip.

Couldn't be happier. Proper bit of kit and I can move it between my Ten and my wife's BMW as needed without having to worry about racks etc. Would recommend to anyone in the market for soft luggage and obviously have to show off a bit

good one! They were a runner up for me aswell, but decided to go for the ATG overland saddlebags.

how do these bags steer clear from the exhaust without a rack?

I wanted the ATG as well but they send it with SA postal service so it takes about 21 days to get here in London (have a 30l backpack on the way) and that will be too late for my trip so I had to go with these but I don't regret it one second.

They have a heat shield that you fasten to your exhaust. I had to order two because my MTC can touches it on both ends. I also ordered the pannier rack version, it has a hard backing on it just in case I do pick up a rack at some point.

Very nice and heck that bike is in show room condition. I came to same conclusion about softbags. Low weight and price is a winner.

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2010 XT660Z Blue, Exan can, UFO high front fender, SW Motech baseplate, heated grips, 12v point, Kevs Fuel & O2 mod, DNA Stage 2 Filter and cover, Givi tall screen, Mefo mfe 99s, Kevs throttle mod, TT high seat and 'compass'

Thanks. I've had it for about 3 weeks now and coming from a BMW G650GS (and I was a bit of a fanboy) I have to say, this bike is waaay more fun to ride. Obviously there are things that I pick up on that I prefer on the BMW but it's small things I can live with.

One of the coolest things at my (traveling) T�n .
Lots of space against my fears - RockStraps (bags arent fixed 100% - just 90%) and not as much inpact with the sidewinds compared to the original Boxes.

I'm recommending them absolutely - also for it's really good price compared to other saddlebags and the quality.

Enduristan is coming from the KTM-travelling folks here in Switzerland.

good travel through the Alps and enjoy it!

cheers, Andy