Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[Wolf26]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Anybody visited the D-store? How is the pricing and the collections?

[Soul_Hunter]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I am in a big dilemma.....dont trust the suction cups. ?

The Viaterra claw will be a good option.
Go through this review. This might help you.

http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/universal-threads/25208-viaterra-claw-nelson-rigg-spirit-30-cramster-colt-review.html

Cheers

[motormania]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I am in a big dilemma as to which saddle bags to buy for my 390 Duke. Have been going through a lot of threads and reviews and I gave up my initial decision to buy the cramster colt because they are not of great quality and the volume is a bit less for my needs.
I need the bags for a 25 day Zanskar-ladakh trip and also a few shorter trips before that. I have a lot of photography gear that I will be carrying along with other stuff. And also It will be great to have a bag in which I can carry a 5 litre Jerry can for petrol.
I was looking forward to the Rynox Nomad V2 but a review states them to a bit too big for the duke is that so ? and I don't think I can carry the jerry cans with those bags. I wont be riding with a pillion so thats not an issue. Also they are out of stock right now and I have a trip planned for next week.
Is the Viaterra Claw a good option ?
I am getting the Rynox optimus S tank bag. What I couldnt find was whether it has straps to tie it to tank cause I dont trust the suction cups. ?

The Optimus-S does have straps to tie down the bag on the tank. At least this was the case in the older ones that I have seen. They hold their position perfectly once secured properly and carry a lot of luggage. Have tried it on a friend's 200 Duke and it was filled to the brim!

I would suggest you to wait and try out the Nomad V2 Saddle bags on your bike. I believe it is going to come in stock within a week. Also the ViaTerra Claw, as mentioned, is a good choice as well if you dont like the regular tail bags. However, I am yet to come across any soft luggage which has provision for carrying a Jerry can.

[nadz11.ns]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I am getting the Rynox optimus S tank bag. What I couldnt find was whether it has straps to tie it to tank cause I dont trust the suction cups. ?

You should ask Sandeep Patnala regarding the optimus tank bag. He is using one. I don't know if its S or M.

[Abhishek2255]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

The Viaterra claw will be a good option.
Go through this review. This might help you.

http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/universal-threads/25208-viaterra-claw-nelson-rigg-spirit-30-cramster-colt-review.html

Cheers

That thread helps a lot bro!. Thanks a lot. I am almost sold on the claw now

Thanks [MENTION=13672]motormania[/MENTION] Thats all that I was waiting for, now I am ordering the Rynox optimus S. I guess its perfect for my needs. Also the Nomad V2's are a bit expensive and I can't wait for a week as I have a ride planned for 14th feb. And after going through the review of the claw I guess I am going to get one.
Thanks a lot [MENTION=60608]nadz11.ns[/MENTION] I am already sold on the Optimus S

[B7ACKTHORN]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Recently got my hands on the LS2 mesh jacket. Have to say, it does not disappoint. It has 2 inner layers i.e. a waterproof one and a thermal one. The quality is solid. The guards are well in place. The visibility stripes are subtle but very bright under direct light. Will come back with images and a full review later.

If you can, do some photos, of the jacket inside out. Most knock off and new entrant brand jackets aren't that bad at all. Indeed they're all made of same materials, and it's the build quality that matters over the long run. But do post some detailed photos of the jacket, and armor if applicable.

I am in a big dilemma as to which saddle bags to buy for my 390 Duke. Have been going through a lot of threads and reviews and I gave up my initial decision to buy the cramster colt because they are not of great quality and the volume is a bit less for my needs.
I need the bags for a 25 day Zanskar-ladakh trip and also a few shorter trips before that. I have a lot of photography gear that I will be carrying along with other stuff. And also It will be great to have a bag in which I can carry a 5 litre Jerry can for petrol.
I was looking forward to the Rynox Nomad V2 but a review states them to a bit too big for the duke is that so ? and I don't think I can carry the jerry cans with those bags. I wont be riding with a pillion so thats not an issue. Also they are out of stock right now and I have a trip planned for next week.
Is the Viaterra Claw a good option ?
I am getting the Rynox optimus S tank bag. What I couldnt find was whether it has straps to tie it to tank cause I dont trust the suction cups. ?

Nomad is an excellent bag, and the V2 does the duty. But for KTM, you can consider the Dirtsack which are specifically tailored towards KTM with a dash of orange and they call it speed bag, with so called a trapezoidal design, two of my KTM friends have these bag and look real chic. RYNOX are very large bags, very very quality and costs more.

You also have a tailbag with is same as the Viaterra Claw sans the inverted U hump, owned by one of my friend.


For more info: http://www.dirtsack.in/index.cfm



Above you see the Speed Bag saddle bag and the Tailpack on the rear seat.

Anybody visited the D-store? How is the pricing and the collections?

Check out the NEWS section for more info.

Cheers!
VJ

[killer_180]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[QUOTE=B7ACKTHORN;1038591]If you can, do some photos, of the jacket inside out. Most knock off and new entrant brand jackets aren't that bad at all. Indeed they're all made of same materials, and it's the build quality that matters over the long run. But do post some detailed photos of the jacket, and armor if applicable.

Here are some images of the jacket. @B7ACKTHORN Please let me know if you notice anything off about it. Feels pretty solid though.

[Abhishek2255]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[MENTION=39214]B7ACKTHORN[/MENTION] thanks for the suggestion. After considering all those bags and checking them out at adventure 18, I bought the Viaterra Claw. The speedbags are a bit on the smaller side and the Nomads a bit too big. So I bought the Viatera claw for rs 2750.

Now the problem is I am unable to mount the bag properly. I know there is a video that shows how to do it on the duke 200 and I did exactly the same but the problem is that the tail lamp strap holds up fine but the other two straps keep moving up and down which makes the bag move side ways on speed bumps. I tested it with a few clothes and my camera backpack ( yeah the claw easily fits my camera backpack! ). Am I doing something wrong ?

[payeng]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[MENTION=39214]B7ACKTHORN[/MENTION] thanks for the suggestion. After considering all those bags and checking them out at adventure 18, I bought the Viaterra Claw. The speedbags are a bit on the smaller side and the Nomads a bit too big. So I bought the Viatera claw for rs 2750.

Now the problem is I am unable to mount the bag properly. I know there is a video that shows how to do it on the duke 200 and I did exactly the same but the problem is that the tail lamp strap holds up fine but the other two straps keep moving up and down which makes the bag move side ways on speed bumps. I tested it with a few clothes and my camera backpack ( yeah the claw easily fits my camera backpack! ). Am I doing something wrong ?

With straps the trick to keep the bag in place is to keep the bag stretched from both ends (front and rear).

There should not be a slack.. because it is the "tension" from both ends that keeps the straps through the Double D-Rings in place. Therefore make sure that the bag is stretched from both ends.

[B7ACKTHORN]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

@B7ACKTHORN thanks for the suggestion. After considering all those bags and checking them out at adventure 18, I bought the Viaterra Claw. The speedbags are a bit on the smaller side and the Nomads a bit too big. So I bought the Viatera claw for rs 2750.

Now the problem is I am unable to mount the bag properly. I know there is a video that shows how to do it on the duke 200 and I did exactly the same but the problem is that the tail lamp strap holds up fine but the other two straps keep moving up and down which makes the bag move side ways on speed bumps. I tested it with a few clothes and my camera backpack ( yeah the claw easily fits my camera backpack! ). Am I doing something wrong ?

As Payeng said, tightening it is the key, but the drawback is uneven loading on rough terrain does rattle the bag on the looser end. But tightening the retention straps will help help keep it more secured.

B7ACKTHORN Please let me know if you notice anything off about it. Feels pretty solid though.

Appreciate the photoset. But just from the photos I don't see any different from what's sold on the market with LS2, but as I reiterated, only time will tell and the usage statistics. But thanks for sharing the photos

Cheers!
VJ

[killer_180]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Appreciate the photoset. But just from the photos I don't see any different from what's sold on the market with LS2, but as I reiterated, only time will tell and the usage statistics. But thanks for sharing the photos.

what I meant is, does it look like the real deal or a knock-off?

[chaosaddict]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

what I meant is, does it look like the real deal or a knock-off?

It's the real deal. I have seen one of our riders wear it.

[Sird]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

what I meant is, does it look like the real deal or a knock-off?

From price range 4500rs to 8000.

All the jackets are same.
The build quality and material specially.

Just the Inside Armors differs a bit.

In your case. The jacket is same as Cramster Breezer from the material to mesh and even the reflectors. The logo on back is also at the exact place like Cramster.

Do not worry for now.

A new jacket is same as others.

You'll come to know about the quality after usage of some months. Either it stays the same or starts going down.

As you're asking direct answer.
Right Noe the deal looks good enough.

*Happy Riding*
*Help a Biker In Need*


- Sird

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[krish2778]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

From price range 4500rs to 8000.

All the jackets are same.
The build quality and material specially.

Just the Inside Armors differs a bit.

In your case. The jacket is same as Cramster Breezer from the material to mesh and even the reflectors. The logo on back is also at the exact place like Cramster.

Do not worry for now.

A new jacket is same as others.

You'll come to know about the quality after usage of some months. Either it stays the same or starts going down.

As you're asking direct answer.
Right Noe the deal looks good enough.

*Happy Riding*
*Help a Biker In Need*


- Sird

Sent From My Nexus via Tapa!

Sird, a few important basic corrections there, all the jackets are not the same, the grade of the mesh used in the construction, the grade of the cordura fabric used in certain places (impact areas/ sliding prone areas) differ a lot in the lower price range to higher price range models, it differs even when changing form one brand to another. The type of mesh used, some are heavy , some are light , then comes the armor, even a level 1 armor varies depending on the material it is made from , there are double foam type protectors, there are turtle back(not sure of name) like the one found in the new DSG range and then there are bio armor like in teh a* and knox has something similar. All of them change, according to price and manufacturers.

So please do not categorize them as being same based on the price range or the company. A lot of reading and researching should be done before selecting a jacket for a specific persons specific needs.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

[killer_180]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

It's the real deal. I have seen one of our riders wear it.

Thanks for the response. I was a bit worried if I had been duped or something.

It might be similar to the breezer but it is not "same as cramster breezer" as [MENTION=54751]Sird[/MENTION] says. I have checked the differences. And plus this one looks better than the breezer IMO.