What a lot of people don't realise is that clutch power transmission is more to do with shear forces than direct spring pressure.
I just bought me a new video camera to use on the bike and in my sports car. I have been wanting to do videos for some years now. It comes with a helmet mount, a handlebar mount, and a few other bits, and runs on 5v USB power. The battery is supposed to last 12 hours. I am looking forward to doing some riding videos, as well as some stuff with my car. I may have to make my own "rig" for the car. ...J.D.
Have fun with your new tech, @Wire-Wheels! Hope to see some of your riding videos here on the forum at some point. Which camera did you buy?
I got these throw over panniers https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/281847 in the sale so have been in the garage experimenting with fitting them to both bikes; think I have it sorted (fingers crossed ). I have a tailpack that I have been using for the trips away we have had, but it takes an age to secure on the Street Triple due to the short tail and lack of anchor points (much easier on the Blade). Helmut's tail pack has pretty much fallen apart so I thought I'd try the panniers and he can have the decent tail pack.
They seem great - no need for a frame as they come with inserts to keep them rigid and I can get them immovable on the bikes empty so hopefully full they'll be grand.
Will these fit the Street Triple without any sort of pannier rails? I would definitely be interested if so. I need to look at some sort of luggage options apart from my little tail bag.
I fitted them just now and they certainly seem to fit well without rails when empty - I bought them mainly after a few people on a Street Triple group I am on recommended them and they use them without rails. I'll try them full asap (debating this weekend but am having a car / bike dilemma as the weather looks a bit iffy for many hours on a bike being a pleasure).
I just bought an inexpensive one. I might invest more money if I enjoy it. The main thing I found about cameras is to make sure they are compatible with all your other electronics. I use Android and PC based equipment. Here at the house, I have built quite a wireless network for all my activities. I already have 2 cameras I used for Zoom sessions during the Pandemic. After I practice a bit, maybe I can post some stuff. ...J.D.
They look similar to some soft throw overs I bought some years ago (Oxford Cargo IIRC) for trips on the ZZR, plus an Oxford cylindrical type holdall across the back seat, all waterproof. I stuck some foam padding to the undersides of the panniers for extra protection. Unlike the agricultural looking adventure bikes that seem so popular these days, modern bikes with acres of plastic bodywork aren't very luggage friendly unless you buy the manufacturer's matching hard luggage costing £££. In my panniers and pack I can get a 4 midget tent, inflatable mattress & pillow, 12v pump, sleeping bag, small gas stove, steel mug, milk, tea bags plus a small toiletries bag and towel. More than enough for a few days away riding/exploring.
I use that very back protector, @learningtofly. I'm very happy with it. Loads of protection and it's very flexible and comfortable and does a reasonable job of flowing air. And, no, don't take chances any more!
If you've not already thought of this make sure any paintwork they touch is well protected to avoid it getting scratched. A few layers of gaffer tape will do if you're not going to use them much or some helicopter tape if yiu want a more robust solution
