The days of saddlebags being single-compartment rectangular boxes are long gone, and for the best. Firstgear's Silverstone saddlebags are a shining example of the advanced luggage systems that are now available to riders who need more than a box.
Tough 1680D nylon with 1200D polyester make up the outer shell, which is coated in PVC and protected from UV damage. This sturdy bag is heat-resistant and can tolerate a touch to the muffler, but just a touch. The sides and base are reinforced to help these bags retain their shape, and the side walls are covered with a non-abrasive, non-slip material to protect your bike.
Storage capacity won't be a concern with 1,836 cubic inches of usable space that expands to 2,484 cubic inches when you need it. If you're only going to use some of that extra space, compression straps will keep things snug. Inside and outside pockets allow you to separate your items depending on how much access you need to them. Finding your belongings, even in the main compartment, is much easier with the light gray lining.
Detachable and equipped with a soft-grip handle, these are about as convenient as they come. For safety, there is reflective piping and a reflective logo, but the light color should also aid your visibility.
As long as you are not stuck on the "classic" black bag look, these highly functional saddlebags are perfect for the needs of any rider. They take a step in moving the motorcycle luggage community past stubborn adherence to old technology, and give you a comfort that you just might grow to like.
Here's a reflective tail bag by Cortech, and this one's black instead of silver.
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