Givi T-492 Easy Large Saddlebags

[Dustoff66]

I got these bags last week -- haven't installed yet but hopefully this weekend and I'll post some pics. Also got the Xpel clear tape from Amazon. My bags included 2 black bungee cords that you attach to hooks on each end, running them under the scoot to prevent "flapping" in the wind. The bags are a lot bigger than I expected and my big concern is that the straps under the seat will compromise that area for storage --- I put my padded riding jacket in there. We'll see.

[Dustoff66]

OK -- Yesterday I installed the bags. They're BIG, wow! The plastic "stiffeners" -- flat strips that slide into little pockets, were a bit too long and I had to trim about 1" off the end to make a good fit. The BW ( Beautiful Wife ) isn't too impressed with the looks but oh well. I'm having a little trouble getting the seat to close with the straps running across. May need to do some trimming but for now I won't in case I decide to not use them. I've attached some pix -- I did notice in "MototoScooter's" pix that his seem to be installed backwards. The reflective strips are meant to be seen from the rear ( I think). Anyway, I don't think they look too bad or too big. Time will tell if they work out.
By the way, I did use the Xpel tape I got from Amazon. Great tip, Thanks!

[ScooteringAbout]

I am curious about getting these, however my concerns are about wear to the side panel bodywork through contact?

[tbln930]

Chaffing was my concern too.

[you you]

Chaffing was my concern too.

Baby wipes are a godsend, along with a touch of antiseptic cream. Nothing worse than angry buttcrack

[tbln930]

I just need to start wearing pants I guess.

[you you]

I just need to start wearing pants I guess.

No. Airflow is good.

Mind you the Harley guys might wave?

Don't let them get to close otherwise it might not technically be a wave

[JohnL]

I have the Givi bags and invested in some cheap perforated silicon rubber matting from a dollar shop. Doesn't look very pretty but certainly prevents chafing (on the bike you common lot).

[kcpcx]

Useful for motorcycles where you don't want bags to damage paintwork. Various manufacturers, here is one example. Many different width / lengths on the market.

http://www.amazon.com/Scotchgard-Clear- ... ar+film+3m

[ScooteringAbout]

Going to order a set shortly, will help big time with daily work. Wish they did a white set though

[Dustoff66]

An Update: After using these bags for a couple weeks now I'm very pleased. They hold a LOT! I have a tactical bugout bag that I use for my work stuff -- it's loaded with my maps, nav tablet, small tools, etc., and it fits in perfectly, and my soft cooler bag with ice fits in the other side. The only thing I need to cram under the seat now is my riding jacket and after adjusting the bag straps a little it fits in there great. The reflective strips and trim are just right and the Xpel tape I put on is doing what it's supposed to do -- protect the paint. After I came home with a load of groceries in the bags, the BW isn't grousing now.
All in all -- I like them.

[you you]

An Update: After using these bags for a couple weeks now I'm very pleased. They hold a LOT! I have a tactical bugout bag that I use for my work stuff -- it's loaded with my maps, nav tablet, small tools, etc., and it fits in perfectly, and my soft cooler bag with ice fits in the other side. The only thing I need to cram under the seat now is my riding jacket and after adjusting the bag straps a little it fits in there great. The reflective strips and trim are just right and the Xpel tape I put on is doing what it's supposed to do -- protect the paint. After I came home with a load of groceries in the bags, the BW isn't grousing now.
All in all -- I like them.

What are the tactics and/or the bugs that need to be out of your bag?