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XT660Z Luggage, Racks & Panniers Discussion re luggage for he new Tenere |
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My (cheap) solution to luggage
I don't like spending a lot, and I think my Ten is already to heavy. So I am trying my damnest to avoid pannier frames and those expensive hard cases. Going soft means cheaper and lighter, a double gain in my book. So I got a wolf man softbag which easily goes on and off the bike. Its storing all my goods (tent, sleeping bag, pillow, camping cot! and cooking bits) I still have to add some clothes, but one of the pictures will show the space left on the sides. Just took it out for a ride, and she seem to handles as normal. I keep as little as possible in the top box, which is handy for a helmet. Wales will show wether it works or if it was folly going this route. The only possible problem that I can see is the distance from the front straps on the footpeg bracket which is about 2 inches from the exhaust pipe (the only part which gets really hot. The cans keep pretty cool and the bag clears it anyway.
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Big thumbs up from me too for Wolfman soft luggage - top quality, attractive and practical designs and modestly priced compared to a lot of other stuff on offer.
At least one hard/secure storage solution on the bike, such as your top case, is always handy. If you're worried about the link pipe (which I don't think you have any reason be), then fit one of the small heat-shields that are available, such as the giant loop one... http://www.adventurebikeshop.co.uk/hot_springs But I really don't foresee any trouble on the horizon with the setup you've got. |
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Thanks for the words of encouragement. I always pack some spare rope just in case. Amazing what can be fixed with a few navy knots
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Hi Jacque, I have used the same Wolfman luggage for the last 3 yrs, it's worked well. As you say the only downside is the lack of waterproofing, I just pack everything in a mixture of drybags and binliners! Enjoy the Welsh trip and post some photos please! Steve
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Hi Steve I will definitely do some pictures. Hopefully not driving the others crazy wanting to stop at every nice lookout. When's your Ireland adventure?
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Half the enjoyment is taking in the scenery, so click away I say !!!
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For fully waterproof bags, don't pay Ortleib prices look at the Lomo gear.
http://www.ewetsuits.com/acatalog/Dr...y-bags-uk.html
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Simon Brighton, UK |
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