696 Touring Seat and tailbag- UPDATE

[IdZer0]

I wonder why this one is made of foam while the one for the old monster uses gel.

How is the cowl actually attached to the seat? Just like the old monster with these brackets underneath, or does it use those metal tab on the side of the seat (are they functional or purely cosmetic?) Is it easy (quick) to remove in order to attach the tailbag?

[Raux]

the big head allen screws are functional. they attach the solo seat cowl. or in this case as well as the rear bag carrier.

[kwood7]

Hi,

How big is the bag, would you be able fit a laptop in it?

It is expandable but not big enough for a typical laptop.  It holds my scorpion exo 100 half helmet but not much more.  I think anything larger would look odd on such a small bike.

[l4zy]

got any pics of your bike with the bags installed?

[Amlethae]

It is expandable but not big enough for a typical laptop.  It holds my scorpion exo 100 half helmet but not much more.  I think anything larger would look odd on such a small bike.

I am wondering what kind of security there is on the bag.  I live/ride in NYC and would find the bag useless if I couldn't lock it or something.  Also, the pictures look like there are two little side bags on the part that mounts to the seat, is that the case or is the picture just deceiving? 

Thanks.

[sfarchie]

I hope they have one in stock at Munroe's. My butt is hurting just thinking about it.

[Craig Thomas]

Rear Bag

Applicable on passenger's seat padding, this rear bag is useful when riding solo but even when two-up since it becomes a backpack thanks to the shoulder straps. The capacity, expandable up to 18 litres, ensures a good loading capacity and the Sky fabric can resist to solvents, UV rays and other corrosive agents resulting in longer life.



M696/1100 side semi-rigid bags kit
Set of semi-rigid side bags, complete with anti-theft retaining system and made from "Sky" fabric, resistant to weather and chemicals.
 They have a loading capacity of approx. 14 litres each, and feature a useful carrying handle and a water-resistant protective cap.


I assume the side bags are also heat resistant!