Convenience vs. looks, 2021 V7 Stone Bags

[Dave Swanson]

Bob -    I want it all.   

[9fingers]

This add popped up on my home page and note the bike.......bags look pretty good. I bought a helmet and jacket from this site and all is good with them.
Scott

https://www.motostorm.it/en/accessories/bag-supports/kappa-tmt8206k-side-pannier-holder.html?currency=USD&size=UNICA&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjbeP2NeT_QIV0pdbCh3gNAPjEAEYASAGEgKxhfD_BwE

[twowheeladdict]

Got my new bags!

Yes! 

There are many riders of ADV bikes that have both hard and soft bags.  They use hard bags when on a road tour. Especially when staying in hotels, and soft bags when doing a BDR and camping.  Both have their plusses and minuses. 

Dave Swanson's bike looks great with those soft bags. 

[bobrebos1]

This add popped up on my home page and note the bike.......bags look pretty good. I bought a helmet and jacket from this site and all is good with them.
Scott

https://www.motostorm.it/en/accessories/bag-supports/kappa-tmt8206k-side-pannier-holder.html?currency=USD&size=UNICA&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjbeP2NeT_QIV0pdbCh3gNAPjEAEYASAGEgKxhfD_BwE

Yep, Im thinking of their bags for when i want soft bags on my bike!

[Kev m]

Bob, did you ever make up your mind/order something?

I ask because I was browsing today at Moto Machines as I've been thinking about adding bags to the Carbon Dark, when I saw these new C-Bow bags by HB  for the first time. XCore:

https://www.motomachines.com/hepco-becker-xcore-side-cases-set



They aren't available YET, and might not be in time for what you have planned but DAMN don't they address all the issues:

* Rugged
* Waterproof
* Top loading
* Lid can open in two separate directions OR be popped off completely!

That last should address any potential issues with most topcases.



Available in all black or black/silver - I think the all black would go great on the Carbon Dark.

Damn.... I like.

[mechanicsavant]

Yup them is attractive. Is the size a secret ? Maybe I missed it , how many liter’s or 12oz cans do they hold ? Or for our friends down under “oil cans”

[Kev m]

Yup them is attractive. Is the size a secret ? Maybe I missed it , how many liter’s or 12oz cans do they hold ? Or for our friends down under “oil cans”

~18L - so bigger than the C-Bow Strayker (~16L) and C-Bow Orbits (~15L), but nothing like the 30L Juniors or other bags that require the larger hard racks.

Still, that's a pretty nice compromise size to me. Combined with a 40L topcase that would give me nearly 80L of storage. More than enough for any of my trips.... and if I used the back seat for a duffel the sky is the limit.

[egschade]

I used these semi-rigid Chase Harper bags on my V7. Big enough to carry essentials but certainly not tour capable. I'm thinking about selling them if anyone is interested.

[jackthebiker]

I like the Hepco & Becker Legacy Cbow bags on my W800, but for carrying more the Guzzi's aluminum panniers are better.

[Kev m]

Bob, did you ever make up your mind/order something?

I ask because I was browsing today at Moto Machines as I've been thinking about adding bags to the Carbon Dark, when I saw these new C-Bow bags by HB  for the first time. XCore:

https://www.motomachines.com/hepco-becker-xcore-side-cases-set



They aren't available YET, and might not be in time for what you have planned but DAMN don't they address all the issues:

* Rugged
* Waterproof
* Top loading
* Lid can open in two separate directions OR be popped off completely!

That last should address any potential issues with most topcases.



Available in all black or black/silver - I think the all black would go great on the Carbon Dark.

Damn.... I like.

I couldn't resist!

I pre-ordered these for the Carbon Dark!

I can't wait (but I'll have to). I'll report back when the time finally comes!