Good idea!

XTZ production year: -08

Make and model of luggage frame: Yamaha retail

Make, model and size of side cases: Yamaha retail alu panniers

Make and model of topcase rack: None

Make, model and size of topcase: Random bags

Country of purchase: Sweden

Date/Price of purchase (by elements, including VAT, in local currency): Side cases + rack = 8000Skr (~800�)

Pros: Looks nice and the rack is neat, doesn't look like something from the postal service when cases are off.The cases and the racks protects the bike well when it falls on its side, did some field testing..

Cons: Creates turbulence on the highway, weak locks.

Comments: If you are looking for reliable tough panniers that can hold a lot of volume, look elswhere. Side cases are actually not needed if you're not planning a longer international trip. For ie a week long trip cross country the cases aren't needed and just limits the offroad abilities of the bike, a roll and a tank bag can hold everything I need.

I use the panniers for shopping though, a good place to store the groceries.

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