F800GS Pannier design considerations. - Page 2

marty hill · 12-09-2008, 07:15 AM

Does anyone have info on what the bmw and jesse 8" bags weigh?

TreeFarmer · 12-09-2008, 08:27 AM

Hey,
How about these? http://www.mo-tech.de/sonstige_dokumente/trax.pdf They are pretty new so not sure how many people have them yet, but I sure do like what I see. Seems to be very similar to the BMW Adventure bags. Thanks to the UKGser's (http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthr...=146379&page=3 see post #47) here are some stats for you converted to US measurements and with $ available from Twisted Throttle. Price includes bags+SW EVO racks

TRAX 37L+45L (Standard set up) $815.00 43 3/4"
TRAX 37L+37L (Balanced Narrow) $790.00 42"
TRAX 45L+45L (Balanced Large) $840.00 45 3/8"

F800gs handle bars 32"

anybody have any experience with these bags please chime in.
Thanks
TreeFarmer

WoodWorks · 12-09-2008, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by TreeFarmer

F800gs handle bars 32"

I've seen that figure here and elsewhere, TreeFarmer, but when I measure my handle bars, I get 34.25", and that's not counting the extra width from my Touratech hand guards. My mirrors are 36" wide.

David

TreeFarmer · 12-09-2008, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by WoodWorks

I've seen that figure here and elsewhere, TreeFarmer, but when I measure my handle bars, I get 34.25", and that's not counting the extra width from my Touratech hand guards. My mirrors are 36" wide.

David

That sounds more correct to me. I converted from TimC's post and got a diffrent width than he posted. I believe the other info is all correct though.
TreeFarmer

The Griz · 12-09-2008, 09:29 AM

Yeah, I'd like to hear more about those Trax bags as well. Multi-angle pics on an 800GS maybe....

WoodWorks · 12-09-2008, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by The Griz

Yeah, I'd like to hear more about those Trax bags as well. Multi-angle pics on an 800GS maybe....

Here you go, Griz.

David

F800 Rob · 12-09-2008, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by The Griz

Yeah, I'd like to hear more about those Trax bags as well. Multi-angle pics on an 800GS maybe....

I've had some significant hands on time with the Trax bags for the F800GS. They're quite nice overall, especially considering the price and the soft liners that are available for it. Specially like the look of the bike with the bags all in black. Price for the two bags setup for the F800GS, including mount, adapter and locks is less than $850.

The only thing I didn't like about them is that you cant take the key from the lock when open, which means you have to either A) unlock each bag with the key when trying to get something out of them, or B) don't install the locks.

I'll see if I can dig up some pictures of the setup when I get home tonight. I know that I have a bunch. There are a few on F800 Depot and pics of a Trax setup on my F800S on F800 Riders.

Bucko · 12-09-2008, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by F800 Rob

I've had some significant hands on time with the Trax bags for the F800GS. They're quite nice overall, especially considering the price and the soft liners that are available for it. Specially like the look of the bike with the bags all in black. Price for the two bags setup for the F800GS, including mount, adapter and locks is less than $850.

The only thing I didn't like about them is that you cant take the key from the lock when open, which means you have to either A) unlock each bag with the key when trying to get something out of them, or B) don't install the locks.

I'll see if I can dig up some pictures of the setup when I get home tonight. I know that I have a bunch. There are a few on F800 Depot and pics of a Trax setup on my F800S on F800 Riders.

Rob, did you have the bolt-to-plastic contact problem documented in UKGSer post linked to by David?

F800 Rob · 12-09-2008, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Bucko

Rob, did you have the bolt-to-plastic contact problem documented in UKGSer post linked to by David?

Negtive, I did not. I do concur with him about not moving the indicators. I didn't move them when installing the quick-disconnect kit on my F800S either.

I wouldn't hesitate on running with them -- especially with all three pieces.

FWIW, and a little bit off-Trax-topic, I have the R1200GS adventure cases installed now with the Holan as I ended up selling my Trax setup. They're about 2" wider but I really can't notice a difference in look and feel. I ended up changing to the Adventure setup because I wanted to put some serious time on using Holan products before starting to import them.

Also, more pics:

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/artic...eview/228/1/9/

springfish · 12-09-2008, 01:16 PM

I LOVE the size and quality of the Jesse boxes, however the fact that they didn't include tie down points on the lids is a total miss. I'm not about to spend the $$ for them only to have to drill (and waterproof) holes to add my own strap points.

REAL dumb.

huckleberry · 12-09-2008, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by marty hill

Does anyone have info on what the bmw and jesse 8" bags weigh?

i was told the 10" were around 15lbs.so i would assume the 8" to weigh slightly less

marty hill · 12-09-2008, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by springfish

I LOVE the size and quality of the Jesse boxes, however the fact that they didn't include tie down points on the lids is a total miss. I'm not about to spend the $$ for them only to have to drill (and waterproof) holes to add my own strap points.

REAL dumb.

Man, if you love the bags it takes about 20 minutes to do the job right. It's not exactly a big problem. I'm about to order my 3rd set of jesse bags.

Huck, thanks for that. I'm hoping someone knows both for sure,

]I)Money · 12-09-2008, 02:00 PM

I had it, a little:

A little bending took care of it, though. I like how clean it looks with them off, too:

earthroamer · 12-09-2008, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by marty hill

Man, if you love the bags it takes about 20 minutes to do the job right. It's not exactly a big problem. I'm about to order my 3rd set of jesse bags.

I agree. The fact is, not everybody wants the racks (that's why they're optional). $65 and less than 30 minutes and your done.

springfish · 12-09-2008, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by earthroamer

I agree. The fact is, not everybody wants the racks (that's why they're optional). $65 and less than 30 minutes and your done.

It seems to me, though I've been wrong before, that buying panniers without strap points is the same as buying an Hummer to drive around the city. What's the point? Any REAL adventure riding requiring panniers certainly requires lashing equipment to the top of them.

Panniers without strap points are merely fashion accessories. Period.

12-09-2008, 07:15 AM	#16
marty hill The Energizer Bunny Joined: Nov 2003 Location: marietta, ga. Oddometer: 3,795	Does anyone have info on what the bmw and jesse 8" bags weigh? __________________ ride till you can't. 1200GS black Cagiva Gran Canyon Italiano/rosso

12-09-2008, 08:27 AM	#17
TreeFarmer Tree Farmer Adventurer Joined: May 2006 Location: Oregon Christmas Tree Farm Oddometer: 234	TRAX anyone? Hey, How about these? http://www.mo-tech.de/sonstige_dokumente/trax.pdf They are pretty new so not sure how many people have them yet, but I sure do like what I see. Seems to be very similar to the BMW Adventure bags. Thanks to the UKGser's (http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthr...=146379&page=3 see post #47) here are some stats for you converted to US measurements and with $ available from Twisted Throttle. Price includes bags+SW EVO racks TRAX 37L+45L (Standard set up) $815.00 43 3/4" TRAX 37L+37L (Balanced Narrow) $790.00 42" TRAX 45L+45L (Balanced Large) $840.00 45 3/8" F800gs handle bars 32" anybody have any experience with these bags please chime in. Thanks TreeFarmer

12-09-2008, 09:29 AM	#20
The Griz North Forest Rider Joined: Nov 2008 Location: Minneapolis, MN Oddometer: 3,619	Yeah, I'd like to hear more about those Trax bags as well. Multi-angle pics on an 800GS maybe.... __________________ PAUL BUNYAN FOREST RIDERS MC 2013 KTM 300 XCW 2012 KTM 990 Adventure R

12-09-2008, 01:16 PM	#25
springfish Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Hood River, Oregon Oddometer: 111	I LOVE the size and quality of the Jesse boxes, however the fact that they didn't include tie down points on the lids is a total miss. I'm not about to spend the $$ for them only to have to drill (and waterproof) holes to add my own strap points. REAL dumb. __________________ Bloody shins are my wedding ring.

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