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Viaterra CLAW, Nelson-Rigg Spirit 30 & Cramster Colt - Review

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  • #46
    Here's the way I changed the strap & see how loose it got on the right side...



    The left side was intact



    Let's see how long it takes to unmount the taddle bag from the bike...



    Let's see how the 1.5 liter bottle accommodated after the ride...
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    And how did the 2 X 1 liter bottles keep up?



    And how did the 2 X 1 liter bottles keep up?
    Skill is what keeps you on a Motorcycle
    Awareness + Skill is what keeps you out of harm's way
    ATGATT + Awareness + Skill means you might Live To Ride another day

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    • #47
      What could have been better
      • Minor manufacturing defect on velcro & zipper; I hope it doesn't interfere with the functionality in long terms
      • Having learnt the art of squeezing things & practicing to carry light, I find this bag huge. If there's another bag that is available between 35/40/45 liters of storage in future, I wouldn't mind to exchange
      • Instruction sheet or a Youtube video explaining how to mount Claw (I hope this will be easily taken care) were missing
      • I know they're just starting up, but I really prefer more colors; since I've a RED CBR 250R, I would've preferred as RED or BLACK color instead of Orange border. I hope with increase in demand & sales, Viaterra brings this option
      • Steel DClips instead of plastic DClips
      • Viaterra told me they did a torture test (not just stress test) on the bag & found the straps held good; but in real time, things are little different. Even Nelsonrigg gave up during my 4th trip, I wish the straps could've been a few mm wider. Let's wait & see how it holds.
      • The underneath of the taddle bag could have been supported with water proof material as it's quite a trade of between practical & engineering for the rain cover to wrap the bag completely. I'm sure the water from rear wheels will drench the bottom of Claw
      • Ofcourse, Viaterra doesn't have full control, but, the courier service could've done a better job instead of causing the unnecessary delay



      What impressed me
      • 15 days return policy - Purchase can be made through credit card & NEFT
      • ONE FULL YEAR OF WARRANTY on the workmanship & material
      • Life time repairs; this is one frigging thing that I love it. I know I might get it done at much lesser price (shipping + cost of fixing at Viaterra) at local bag repair shop, but, I'm looking at PERFECTION & a very long life. So I guess I don't mind the additional cost. Something that Viaterra OWNS responsibility for it
      • Absolutely great quality of work & material used; the raw materials are excellent quality; Claw exceeds in quality in the standards of Indian product
      • The inside of Claw, like I said is made up of little soft material for a motorcycle luggage which is really good
      • The D Clips that helps to fasten & unfasten way too quick
      • Free rain cover (seamless construction). That too it's easy to cover & takes only few seconds
      • Long shoulder strap to carry around
      • 2 big pockets on either side on outside are great welcome; I can probably carry additional fuel & save time on refueling
      • Outside & inside big zippered pockets are welcome
      • Though I'm yet to test real time, I believe, the mount system holds good on long journey; good engineering
      • Gives the best of the world between saddle & tail bag (that's why I call this TADDLE bag ) & can be sure that exhaust will not burn the bag
      • After the little test, I'm pretty confident that this 55 liter Claw is all I need even for a 30 day road trip
      Skill is what keeps you on a Motorcycle
      Awareness + Skill is what keeps you out of harm's way
      ATGATT + Awareness + Skill means you might Live To Ride another day

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      • #48
        Concluding this review for now with a Big Thanks to the following members

        thegeneboy, rameshmadhavan, princesirohi , aman15, rxdude, Divya Sharan, Sid85, darkknight, ravi@17bhp, TeeJayy - Thank you very much for crediting few Lakhs of money into my account


        2wice - Tks for your kind words


        Princeroshi & Divya Sharan - Thank you very much for the 5*
        Last edited by aargee; 02-02-2013, 01:58 PM.
        Skill is what keeps you on a Motorcycle
        Awareness + Skill is what keeps you out of harm's way
        ATGATT + Awareness + Skill means you might Live To Ride another day

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        • #49
          Originally posted by aargee View Post
          Concluding this review for now with a Big Thanks to the following members

          thegeneboy, rameshmadhavan, princesirohi , aman15, rxdude, Divya Sharan, Sid85, darkknight, TeeJayy - Thank you very much for crediting few Lakhs of money into my account


          2wice - Tks for your kind words


          Princeroshi - Thank you very much for the 5*
          You're welcome sir jee. But, you deserved the accolades. BTW, I was the first person to rate the thread with 5*.
          Got a $5 head? Get a $5 helmet.
          Because everyone who passes, isn't a martyr!

          Bullet Service Guide CBR 250R Parts Manual Fz16 service manual - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1-...VFQmJzakk/view
          Hero Moto Corp Bikes' Parts RE STD 350 Wiring Diagram (CI) Service Manual - Classic 350/500
          ZMR parts - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-U...it?usp=sharing
          P200NS Spares' prices - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/...taGd5R2c#gid=0

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          • #50
            Originally posted by aargee View Post
            Concluding this review for now with a Big Thanks to the following members

            thegeneboy, rameshmadhavan, princesirohi , aman15, rxdude, Divya Sharan, Sid85, darkknight, TeeJayy - Thank you very much for crediting few Lakhs of money into my account


            2wice - Tks for your kind words


            Princeroshi - Thank you very much for the 5*
            Oh aargee...we have deposited more than lakhs in your heart account...much more to be deposited
            Never Give up on something that you can't go a day without thinking about.

            Cheers
            Ramesh Madhavan

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            • #51
              Originally posted by aargee View Post
              Concluding this review for now with a Big Thanks .......
              - Thank you very much for crediting few Lakhs of money into my account
              Rather we should thank you for such an priceless contribution to the forum. First, the CBR faqs and now this. You are on the way to become the " go to " person for noobs like me...thanks a ton!!!!!!!
              Siddhartha
              ZMA (2004) - SOLD
              CBR250R(2012)....


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              • #52
                ^+1
                You deserve it. Its great to see reviews like this on the forum.
                I hope that other capable members also get inspired to post reviews like this in the future.

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                • #53
                  Originally posted by Sid85 View Post
                  Rather we should thank...thanks a ton!!!!!!!
                  Originally posted by 2wice View Post
                  ^+1
                  You deserve...to post reviews like this in the future.
                  Thanks for your kind words; I really want to Thank all you guys because most come here, read, gain the knowledge & don't even bother to post a word or two or do the least, click a LIKE & start acting they "know it all". Anyway, I'm doing the review my way on my standards & glad you liked them.

                  Coming up...
                  Skill is what keeps you on a Motorcycle
                  Awareness + Skill is what keeps you out of harm's way
                  ATGATT + Awareness + Skill means you might Live To Ride another day

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                  • #54
                    Aha! Trust me, I wanted to see the bag on RX. I don't own one, but nevertheless. Waiting..................
                    Got a $5 head? Get a $5 helmet.
                    Because everyone who passes, isn't a martyr!

                    Bullet Service Guide CBR 250R Parts Manual Fz16 service manual - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1-...VFQmJzakk/view
                    Hero Moto Corp Bikes' Parts RE STD 350 Wiring Diagram (CI) Service Manual - Classic 350/500
                    ZMR parts - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-U...it?usp=sharing
                    P200NS Spares' prices - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/...taGd5R2c#gid=0

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                    • #55
                      Many thanks for taking all the pains for such a detailed review. This thread should be made sticky in my view.
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                      • #56
                        Thanks Argee, for the detailed info..

                        I want a saddlebag as well, colt seemed to be the only option.

                        Now I have to check Viaterra Ranger seeing your elaborate description on ViaTerra quality.

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                        Edit: One thing , I am not sure why I am not able to see some of the pics you posted in xBhp, I have to go and check in TeamBhp to see your complete review.

                        Two Thumbs Up for the effort bro
                        Last edited by bluejoy; 02-04-2013, 04:54 PM. Reason: addition
                        "A bike on the road is worth two in the shed"

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                        • #57
                          Originally posted by TeeJayy View Post
                          This thread should be made sticky in my view.
                          I have already made it a bookmark.
                          Siddhartha
                          ZMA (2004) - SOLD
                          CBR250R(2012)....


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                          • #58
                            This is a very useful thread Aargee. Thank you for taking time out to do it.

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                            • #59
                              Viaterra CLAW, Nelson-Rigg Spirit 30 & Cramster Colt - Review

                              Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post
                              Aha! Trust me, I wanted to see the bag on RX. I don't own one, but nevertheless. Waiting..................
                              I too, waiting to see it mounted on RX


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                              None of Us is as Smart as All of Us

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                              • #60
                                Video of how to mount the Claw.. shown on the R.E Classic 500 here:

                                ViaTerra Claw On The Royal Enfield Classic - YouTube



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