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DavidR8

DavidR8

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I ordered what I hope is a pair of pannier liners from Bestem today.
Now I'm wondering if I actually ordered just one.
This is the link for what I ordered.
http://www.bestemusa.com/Honda-ST13...nk-Liners-Bags-Wide-Version-Black_p_1005.html

Does anyone know if these are sold by the pair or as single bags?
(I do have an email in to them asking if I have two bags coming)
Thanks!
(Feeling kinda dumb to even ask)


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I agree; both. The picture shows two bags, specifically left and right, and the description uses the plural form of "liner," i.e. "liners."
 
The wording said Liner(s), a couple different times, so I'd bet your going to get a PAIR.
 
Welcome! they fit perfect and I think the price is great, they are well made but I haven't used them. The way I pack for long trips is different than i envisioned, but maybe I should try them again.
 
I have been over to the BeSTem place a few times. They are a really nice bunch, and they ALL RIDE! Lunch is like an organized RTE every day. I picked up both a top box for me, and one for my sister. It's a crappy ride in traffic, over on the SE side of Atlanta.
 
cdnemsguy said:
Welcome! they fit perfect and I think the price is great, they are well made but I haven't used them. The way I pack for long trips is different than i envisioned, but maybe I should try them again.
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I'e got a pair (don't know the brand) that fill the half of the side case that is closest to the bike. Evidently they come in two sizes - half and full case. I put clothes into the bag and take that into the tent or motel with me. Rain gear and tools go outside the bag in the cover of the hard case for quick and easy access.
 
SMSW said:
Evidently they come in two sizes - half and full case
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I bought the fullsize and they accordion out to fill the entire sidecase if you wish. I was very pleased with the quality as I thought the price was low for two bags, but yes two bags, great fit and quality. I had thought they would be perfect for clothes in the side bag, but I strap on my clothes bag on the pillion and go.
 
FYI- The site pic shows the bags as though the right (PORT side) bag is in the foreground. Using them like that means the side pocket on the bags is more readily accessed for frequent needs or for smaller bits (I presume). You'd think based on the orientation of the back that the side pocket goes on the outside of the bag.

Apparently it's designed to go on the inboard side and fit the recess in each pannier. That lessens the access while the bag is in the pannier but not when the back is removed.

If you're not maximizing your storage you can use the bags 'as shown' to keep the small pocket immediately accessible when opening the pannier. If you have 'full size' bags matching the pocket to the recess might be advisable.
 
As ST Gui said, they actually do fit best when used with the external pocket nestled into the cavity deep in the case, saving room.
 
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Cheap a_s me uses plastic construction trash bags . May get classy one day and buy the subject of this thread one day though - may make a better impression in the hotel lobby :lol:
 
cdnemsguy said:
Are those the hotels/motels that you can rent by the hour? I think the bags might be appropriate in that case. :rolleyes:
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May have to try one of those hotels - tried using the back seat of the ST for that type of activity but it nearly resulted in a tip over.
I now have a Smuggler trunk so potentially more privacy but looks like it may be a little confining :rolleyes:
 
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