Pannier Rack Install for 2019 V-Strom

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coolhandwils

I've been doing tons of research and haven't found any definitive answers. Does anyone have recommendations for pannier racks that clear the exhaust? I am looking to purchase tusk soft panniers.

Here are a few options I was looking at:
1. 2017 and newer Suzuki DL 650 vstrom soft luggage and mosko moto racks

2. SU Side Racks Suzuki DL 650 V-Strom 2017+

Happy trails seems rather expensive. Let me know if you guys have any experience or recommendations. Thanks

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toddrs1979

· #2 · 22 d ago

coolhandwils said:
I've been doing tons of research and haven't found any definitive answers. Does anyone have recommendations for pannier racks that clear the exhaust? I am looking to purchase tusk soft panniers.

Here are a few options I was looking at:
1. 2017 and newer Suzuki DL 650 vstrom soft luggage and mosko moto racks

2. SU Side Racks Suzuki DL 650 V-Strom 2017+

Happy trails seems rather expensive. Let me know if you guys have any experience or recommendations. Thanks

I ordered these:

Saddle Bag Guards

Protect your valuable soft saddle bags! Avoid this! This was the maiden trip of my Vee2. A cross country ride and expensive set of saddle bags ruined. if it weren't for duck tape I would...

www.adventuretech.biz

I haven't received them yet so can't comment further. But they seem to have good reviews.

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coolhandwils

Discussion Starter · #3 · 20 d ago

toddrs1979 said:
I ordered these:

Saddle Bag Guards

Protect your valuable soft saddle bags! Avoid this! This was the maiden trip of my Vee2. A cross country ride and expensive set of saddle bags ruined. if it weren't for duck tape I would...

www.adventuretech.biz

I haven't received them yet so can't comment further. But they seem to have good reviews.

Are you just doing throw over bags? Does this offer the quick release/mount options that some bags have.

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toddrs1979

· #4 · 17 d ago

coolhandwils said:
Are you just doing throw over bags? Does this offer the quick release/mount options that some bags have.

I am going to be using the guards with these Kappa bags:

Kappa AH202 Expandable Saddlebags

Features: Rain cover Reflective prints Base made from fireproof fabric Anti-slip / anti scratch fabric on the rear Extendable Mesh pocket Front pocket Mounting kit: adjustable hook and loop fastening straps and two elastic

fortnine.ca

Then for a tail bag I have this:

Nelson-Rigg CL-1060-ST2 Commuter Touring Tail/Seat Bag

Features: New bag for 2019 New industry leading UltraMax® fabric with maximum UV protection New mounting with quick release buckles New molded EVA lid with Fibertech"carbon-like" accents New inside self-fastening straps to better

fortnine.ca

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Roundabout136

· #5 · 17 d ago

I am researching the same topic and have found the same results. I’m sure the happy trail racks are quality but I’m struggling with the cost. Dirtracks look decent but I haven’t read enough reviews to hit the order button. I just got a pair of Nelson Rigg Sierra bags.

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toddrs1979

· #6 · 16 d ago

Roundabout136 said:
I am researching the same topic and have found the same results. I’m sure the happy trail racks are quality but I’m struggling with the cost. Dirtracks look decent but I haven’t read enough reviews to hit the order button. I just got a pair of Nelson Rigg Sierra bags.

I went with the Adventuretech saddlebag guards as they seem to be a well suited option for want I want to achieve (keeping the bags away from the exhaust and tires). Plus Adventuretech seems to have a good reputation here.

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