11-23-2021, 10:04 AM
(11-23-2021, 06:42 AM)VLJ_imp Wrote: There is no downside to adding the necessary inch or so of depth that would enable the bags to carry a helmet. From the saddle, you will never notice the difference. I live in a lane-splitting state, and have always been able to split lanes on my bikes with normal-sized side bags.
No downside at all. None. There is no good reason not to design them that way from the start.
I can think of one.. Additional accessory part sales. They want you to buy a top case. BMW does the same thing. It's pretty standard marketing.
