Panniers seem a bit rubbish

[Racer-X]

Is it just me that thinks the standard panniers are a bit shit? I mean they're pretty and all but capacity is pitiful and the weird shape makes them even worse. Haven't used them in anger yet but I had 35L Givi panniers and a 45L top box on my triumph and even they were a bit small for me and the missus.

We go for 4 week trips on the bike and I'm struggling to see how these strap on lunchboxes are going to cut it. As nice as the mounting and one key system is I suspect I'll be ditching them in favour of an uglier and more cumbersome Givi set.

[Burmashave]

I have an identical set on my Versys 1k, and I've been very happy with them. They're not giant, but definitely big enough for my needs, nor would I want them to be larger. The Versys also has a top case, which I use for gear on camping excursions. I wouldn't be able to do the same on my SX SE because I'm not going to mount a top case.

By the bye, I like your handle, Racer-X. I grew up on Speed Racer and still watch it once in a while.

[DarkFlow]

I used 40l throw overs last year. Full to bursting , at least 15kg in each with no problems. They simply swung underneath. Kept the c of g low as well. This year used the factory panniers, no problems again but not quite as big. Still managed a fortnight's two up camping abroad with them. I cut down on the amount of clothing and tie down/bungee strapped everything in the panniers tight to get it all in. A 40l tank bag and the wife with a small back pack works for me.
Bit more thought needed with the factory panniers admittedly.

[stk0308]

I agree they fall short of the V35s I have on my Sprint ST. But, they're really not bad. At least they're water tight. And they do come off, and on, simply.

[Racer-X]

interesting ... do you guys use them with the inner bags?

@burmashave I've used this handle for many years on forums. I tend to lurk more than post but you know ... I just got the new bike and I'm excited

[Burmashave]

interesting ... do you guys use them with the inner bags?

@burmashave I've used this handle for many years on forums. I tend to lurk more than post but you know ... I just got the new bike and I'm excited

As for the liners, I use them for packing clothes on trips. For regular riding, I ride with pouches/organizers in the cases to keep small stuff from rattling around. See this post:

viewtopic.php?f=9&t=746&p=6667&hilit=pouch#p6667

[UFO]

I can live with them. They don't leak water, they are keyed to my ignition, my helmets fit, you can pack a week or two of stuff (supplement with a rear seat bag and/or tank bag), certainly not a MONTH of stuff tho, I can go pick up some groceries with them,

But the Givi are too fugly (for this bike) just for a little extra space.

Now, you want rubbish panniers? Buy a Ducati. My mulistrada bags were un-symmetric due to exhaust, leaked water because the clamshells wouldn't close and seal properly, were loose on the bike, etc.

[Russd]

I love the stock panniers! Never a single issue with them and I take them off the bike routinely, and they always go off and back on without a hitch. Not the most glamorous but I find them to be very useful.
Just my two cents.

[stk0308]

I use one liner to pack cloths in for trips. The rest I pack normally.

I think the V35s could be a handsome bag on the bike. But, the mounting kit would look terrible, compared to the Kawi setup.

[Drnick]

Going by the above named subject , installing bags on
An H2SX is like installing bags on a Busa yes they do look a bit rubbish