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Feb 18th, 2017 7:24 pm | |
Voyager |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags Quote:
Originally Posted by eelmgren
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I wasn't familiar with them until I saw this thread. I checked the site and bought a pair of side bags that were marked down on clearance. They do appear well made, but also don't like the dual zippers. The two zippers might be useful if they connected to make a larger top opening, but these are just awkward.
I've been using a pair of generic small dufflels that I can cram full and stuff into the cases. While the Kathy's bags fit the case very well, I'm not able to pack them nearly as full as I do the bags I've been using. I'm not sure I want to keep them. My wife and I can pack 8 days of clothes into our respective side bags. We put shoes, toiletries, jackets, etc. in the trunk bag. The trunk rack bag gets rain gear, bike cover, jumper cables and air compressor. |
Feb 18th, 2017 6:23 pm | |
JNW003 |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags Quote:
Originally Posted by eelmgren
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I wasn't familiar with them until I saw this thread. I checked the site and bought a pair of side bags that were marked down on clearance. They do appear well made, but also don't like the dual zippers. The two zippers might be useful if they connected to make a larger top opening, but these are just awkward.
I've been using a pair of generic small dufflels that I can cram full and stuff into the cases. While the Kathy's bags fit the case very well, I'm not able to pack them nearly as full as I do the bags I've been using. I'm not sure I want to keep them. ![]() |
Feb 18th, 2017 3:07 pm | |
eelmgren |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags I wasn't familiar with them until I saw this thread. I checked the site and bought a pair of side bags that were marked down on clearance. They do appear well made, but also don't like the dual zippers. The two zippers might be useful if they connected to make a larger top opening, but these are just awkward. I've been using a pair of generic small dufflels that I can cram full and stuff into the cases. While the Kathy's bags fit the case very well, I'm not able to pack them nearly as full as I do the bags I've been using. I'm not sure I want to keep them. |
Feb 13th, 2017 11:41 pm | |
edorazio |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags Im glad I got the full set of four bags |
Feb 13th, 2017 3:08 pm | |
PSobz |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags I bought a full set used 3 years ago for $75. Included both sides, trunk, exterior rack and a Wunderlich tank bag. All were quality and still in use. As others have said, the trunk bag faded, but its just as functional as new. |
Feb 12th, 2017 5:35 pm | |
JNW003 |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags Quote:
Originally Posted by Voyager
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I have all four bags. I am quite impressed with quality and fit. Mine are nearing 10 years of age and have made several long trips. I really only have three complaints:
1. I don't like the dual zippers on the side bags. I think one central zipper would ease packing. 2. The trunk rack bag isn't waterproof. They tell you that upfront so I use it for rain gear, bike cover and things that can get wet. Still, an outside bag should be waterproof. 3. The trunk rack bag is black and has faded badly in the sun. The top is more gray than black now. However, the price was right and the value high. I would buy from Kathy's Journey again without hesitation. Attached is a picture of the Kathy's bags sitting side by side to show what the truck rack looks like after sun fading. (The 5th bag in the picture contains my RDL seat's rain cover.) If I had bought a GTL, I would have gone with Kathy's bags again (my GTLE came with a 3-piece set of BMW luggage and by themselves, are outrageously expensive). ![]() |
Feb 12th, 2017 7:43 am | |
biker01red |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags I have the bags for the sidecases, now over six years, many miles.... Excellent product...... |
Feb 11th, 2017 2:46 pm | |
Painterman |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags I have had mine for over ten years. They still look perfect. I don't have the exterior bag. |
Feb 11th, 2017 1:27 pm | |
Voyager |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags Quote:
Originally Posted by EzyMount
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Anyone ever purchase 'Kathys Journey Designs' side case bags for your LT ?
If so, how do you grade quality and fit.. 1. I don't like the dual zippers on the side bags. I think one central zipper would ease packing. 2. The trunk rack bag isn't waterproof. They tell you that upfront so I use it for rain gear, bike cover and things that can get wet. Still, an outside bag should be waterproof. 3. The trunk rack bag is black and has faded badly in the sun. The top is more gray than black now. However, the price was right and the value high. I would buy from Kathy's Journey again without hesitation. |
Feb 11th, 2017 11:45 am | |
stevekremer |
Re: Kathys Journey Bags I got bags for side cases and top case. Fit and quality are excellent Steve |
Feb 11th, 2017 10:21 am | |
EzyMount |
Kathys Journey Bags Anyone ever purchase 'Kathys Journey Designs' side case bags for your LT ? If so, how do you grade quality and fit.. |
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