Mike W
republic, WA
Firstgear Silverstones
These bags appear to be very well made. They feel tough and I think they would survive being laid down. The expansion part of the bag is a little awkward as it is only on the top section not all the way around, but it does allow more storage. The bags are probably pretty waterproof as they are, but covers are included. These could be fitted a little better as they tend to flap in the wind.
Depending on the installation, this is on a F650GS the velcro saddle strap maybe too short. After installing pannier frames to keep the bags away from the Cat Converter and exhaust they were too short. I'll try and get extentions from Firstgear. These are on my wifes bike and she thinks they are great, Ive viewed them from behind and they don't even budge at higher than legal speeds!!
Gregg
holland , OH
Saddlebags
The bags were roomier than I thought. Four days worth of stuff and room to spare. Putting them on the Busa was somewhat of a challenge to get it just right. I found using the hump if you put one of the straps under the hump and one in front with the supplied bungees it worked the best. I could not use the rear most bungee it hit the rear tire because the bike is lowered. I rode almost 1300 miles with them in place with no problems at all. 120+ never felt them move.
Jack
Piqua, OH
Silverstone Saddlebags
I like everything about these bags, they match rear bag my son gave me for Christmas. Like the way they fit and look on the bike.