Not having used one of these before, I need to ask a dumb question. What keeps the side bags from getting caught in the spokes? Thanks!
2010266
There's an insert that you put inside the bag to make them still and not floppy. Once you have them strapped down they rest on the frame by the tires but they're structured enough that they don't flop around or get in the spokes.
2010267
If your bike got a rear carrier the brace bar that goes down hold the bag out from the spoke . I've got over 1500 mileson mine and in the wind it don't get close. it will slow you down a little in the wind. Ken
1928057
I don't have the explorer rack, though I considered it. I went with the Super Tourist. When you open and unfold the panniers of the MTX, you're going to want some framework behind them to keep the bag out of your spokes.
1067224
No problem. The best thing is that you can just release the bag from the part that stays attached to the bike and just carry the bag around. It takes a couple seconds to release and to just click back in.
785099
I have a bike lock to the spare wheel and the frame of the bike rack. You should also have a wheel nut lock to prevent theft on the whole wheel.
557637
If you're talking about bags for carrying stuff on your bike, I got a pair of Bontrager Panniers about a year ago (http://www.evanscycles.com/products/bontrager/basic-pannier-ec037511). They fit right onto the rack behind the seat, and you don't need tools to install or remove them so you can pop them off whenever you fold up the bike. I think whatever you get, your best bet is to go to a local bike shop and ask if you can try the bags out before you buy them. I've never had a problem with my feet hitting the bags while I ride, but they do come close to hitting, so just make sure that the bags don't get in the way while pedaling. If you're talking about bags for carrying stuff on your bike, I got a pair of Bontrager Panniers about a year ago (http://www.evanscycles.com/products/bontrager/basic-pannier-ec037511). They fit right onto the rack behind the seat, and you don't need tools to install or remove them so you can pop them off whenever you fold up the bike. I think whatever you get, your best bet is to go to a local bike shop and ask if you can try the bags out before you buy them. I've never had a problem with my feet hitting the bags while I ride, but they do come close to hitting, so just... » Read More If you're talking about bags for carrying stuff on your bike, I got a pair of Bontrager Panniers about a year ago (http://www.evanscycles.com/products/bontrager/basic-pannier-ec037511). They fit right onto the rack behind the seat, and you don't need tools to install or remove them so you can pop them off whenever you fold up the bike. I think whatever you get, your best bet is to go to a local bike shop and ask if you can try the bags out before you buy them. I've never had a problem with my feet hitting the bags while I ride, but they do come close to hitting, so just make sure that the bags don't get in the way while pedaling. « Show Less
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Here is my video showing how I installed and I explain how to tighten each side a little bit until they are snug. Maybe one side is tighter and its not allowing the other side to sit flush. All I get for noise on mine is a slight whistle while going down the road. I want to find some type of spoiler that can go on the front to get rid of the whistle when I am not hauling anything. You could also take them down one at a time and see which one is making the noise. Good luck and feel free to ask any more questions. http://youtu.be/QZcza0KBh9M
2053158
Jim, did you ever find one or a decent answer to your question. This is obviously a mulching mower and doesn't require a bag, but occasionally the grass gets overgrown and the bag option is a nice feature on this MM275 mower. Please let me know if you found a side bag.. Mahalo
44088
Mounting brackets will stop the bags from leaning on your fenders and keeps them from touching the wheels. I'm sure you can find them on Amazon. I would not spend much money on them. Nobody will see them as long as you have the bags on. Btw, the bags are very nice. I am happy with them.
1844852
There is a small handle on the back side that you can carry, at least with mine. You can always sew a handle or strap on. I've sewn patches and a few straps on my bags but my bags don't leave the bike.
28707
There is a YouTube video, search for that. When holding it by the rim cross your hands in front of you and sort of slide the the down the edge pushing the outer band towards each other. At the end it looks like 3 small circles instead of the one big one. Use the bag as a guide. Good luck
507400
I was concerned about this as well but I've had mine for almost a year and haven't had this problem yet. The side racks are easily removable and I remove and put them away when i do not use the rack as I ride my bike to and from work every day. If you purchase this item be sure to get a small hacksaw because you will need to cut down the long bolts so that you can tighten it onto your bike.
238825
Prodeco redesigned the rear of the new Phantoms. They are coming out next month. They will allow you to mount pannier bags on the back. I will have them available shortly. Kind Regards, Jack
790262
Yes. I'm currently on our second bag. Please note that slipstream wind action may cause elements of the bike(s) to wear holes in the bag. To prevent this I cover the bikes with and old blanket before zipping up the bag. I also put foam drink holders on each pedal for the same reason.
2257808
On the back of the bag the part that face is your bike. Is a Velcro strap that straps to your rack. If you have bigger hands like I do this can take half a minute or so for each side.
1251743
I have a spare tire mounted in mine, so if I have had any drop in mileage I would attribute it to that. I think if there is any drop it is due to what is being carried in the rack and that causing the drag. The rack itself seems like it would cause minimal drag.
291907
My bag is well above the rear tire. In fact, it is even above the rear reflector so I didn't have to move the reflector onto the bag. If I expanded it, the bag it would probably block the reflector, but still be nowhere near the tire. I guess it will also depend upon how high your seat is raised, but I just don't think it will be an issue.
675880
I overload my bags regularly and have no issues. The only time our bags come off is when we remove them for cleaning. The three different curves in the handle prevent the bags from shifting much.