F800GS Pannier design considerations. - Page 9

The Griz · 03-12-2009, 10:05 PM

Got my Happy Trails boxes mounted. Bad fitment issues. Otherwise pleased. They're sending me a replacement right side rack. Image showing offset is sideways, I know. Sorry!!

rockinrog · 03-12-2009, 11:07 PM

What is your impression of the HT Griz? I know they are less expensive than most others but are they worth the $$ savings?

The Griz · 03-13-2009, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by rockinrog

What is your impression of the HT Griz? I know they are less expensive than most others but are they worth the $$ savings?

IMO, yes, they worth the $$ savings. The welds on the boxes are excellent. Fit and finish on the boxes is excellent. Their mounting system rocks. I am supposedly 1 in 500 or so that has had fitment issues with the racks on the F800GS.

The whole rig is 37" at its widest point. Ironically, with my Touratech handguards installed, my bars are 37" wide too. Its nice to know that if my bars fit through my boxes will too when I'm riding areas in the woods.

Motoriley · 03-13-2009, 07:09 AM

I've never been a big fan of the way HT boxes look. Had a set on my KLR that were rock solid, but fugly. The bare aluminum ones on your scoot look really nice. Works well with the skidplate. Hmmmmm....

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Originally Posted by The Griz

Got my Happy Trails boxes mounted. Bad fitment issues. Otherwise pleased. They're sending me a replacement right side rack. Image showing offset is sideways, I know. Sorry!!

The Griz · 03-13-2009, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Motoriley

I've never been a big fan of the way HT boxes look. Had a set on my KLR that were rock solid, but fugly. The bare aluminum ones on your scoot look really nice. Works well with the skidplate. Hmmmmm....

Thanks, man. I like it too!

easyman05 · 03-13-2009, 11:14 PM

need the collective advice: what Caribou to choose? There are two similar cases on their website - 35 and 36 l. Can't realise the diference exept the weight and color choice.

WoodWorks · 03-14-2009, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by easyman05

need the collective advice: what Caribou to choose? There are two similar cases on their website - 35 and 36 l. Can't realise the diference exept the weight and color choice.

I went with the 36L Hardigg cases because they're a pound and a half lighter (each) than the 35L Pelicans. They hold slightly more, but aren't any wider. Their latching mechanism is much easier on the fingers, but still bomb proof. And cosmetically, they're smoother and have fewer nooks and crannies, so cleaning the inevitable bug collection off of them should be easier. Durability and warranty wise, it seems to be a wash.

David

'Flagger · 03-14-2009, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by easyman05

need the collective advice: what Caribou to choose? There are two similar cases on their website - 35 and 36 l. Can't realise the diference exept the weight and color choice.

I simply ordered the same thing Woodworks ordered. Good thing he put some time into his research.

Thanks, WW.

easyman05 · 03-15-2009, 12:23 AM

thanks a lot, mates!

ordered a set of 36L along with the inner bags.

the spring is coming :)

RobTheRigger · 03-15-2009, 08:21 AM

Ok, who wants to make me Jesse quality bags with factory racks and Caribou durability and prices?

Seriously, this thread is NOT helping me decide at all!

One Eye Mike · 03-15-2009, 05:13 PM

One Eye Mike · 03-15-2009, 05:15 PM

One Eye Mike · 03-15-2009, 05:23 PM

The narrow width, the design, the black powdercoat, Great customer service with Rick from Xplorermoto, these were the obvious choice for me. I don't think the Happy Trails would stand up to a hard fall like the Jessie's would. Just my 2 cents.

swolf · 03-15-2009, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by One Eye Mike

The narrow width, the design, the black powdercoat, Great customer service with Rick from Xplorermoto, these were the obvious choice for me.

Hmmmm, Have to say, they do look good.

RobTheRigger · 03-15-2009, 06:15 PM

The Jessies really are the best looking ones out there, hands down. I just wish they weren't so darn expensive. I need a benefactor!

Rob

03-12-2009, 10:05 PM	#121
The Griz North Forest Rider Joined: Nov 2008 Location: Minneapolis, MN Oddometer: 3,619	Got my Happy Trails boxes mounted. Bad fitment issues. Otherwise pleased. They're sending me a replacement right side rack. Image showing offset is sideways, I know. Sorry!! __________________ PAUL BUNYAN FOREST RIDERS MC 2013 KTM 300 XCW 2012 KTM 990 Adventure R

03-12-2009, 11:07 PM	#122
rockinrog Beastly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Central PA Oddometer: 2,488	pleased? What is your impression of the HT Griz? I know they are less expensive than most others but are they worth the $$ savings?

03-13-2009, 11:14 PM	#126
easyman05 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: May 2008 Oddometer: 152	need the collective advice: what Caribou to choose? There are two similar cases on their website - 35 and 36 l. Can't realise the diference exept the weight and color choice. __________________ F800GS ABS 2009

03-15-2009, 12:23 AM	#129
easyman05 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: May 2008 Oddometer: 152	thanks a lot, mates! ordered a set of 36L along with the inner bags. the spring is coming :) __________________ F800GS ABS 2009

03-15-2009, 08:21 AM	#130
RobTheRigger Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2008 Location: VA Beach Oddometer: 581	Ok, who wants to make me Jesse quality bags with factory racks and Caribou durability and prices? Seriously, this thread is NOT helping me decide at all! __________________ I can imagine a no more rewarding career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: "I served in the United States Navy." JFK "I rode a lot of dirt bikes when I was younger, so I trust the chain and sprockets more than that newfangled voodoo shaft stuff!" DolphinJohn

03-15-2009, 05:13 PM	#131
One Eye Mike Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Oddometer: 653	Worth a thousand words.

03-15-2009, 05:15 PM	#132
One Eye Mike Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Oddometer: 653

03-15-2009, 05:23 PM	#133
One Eye Mike Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Oddometer: 653	The narrow width, the design, the black powdercoat, Great customer service with Rick from Xplorermoto, these were the obvious choice for me. I don't think the Happy Trails would stand up to a hard fall like the Jessie's would. Just my 2 cents.

03-15-2009, 06:15 PM	#135
RobTheRigger Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2008 Location: VA Beach Oddometer: 581	The Jessies really are the best looking ones out there, hands down. I just wish they weren't so darn expensive. I need a benefactor! Rob __________________ I can imagine a no more rewarding career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: "I served in the United States Navy." JFK "I rode a lot of dirt bikes when I was younger, so I trust the chain and sprockets more than that newfangled voodoo shaft stuff!" DolphinJohn

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