Just got back from a few days in the Ardennes where my kit got rather wet! Looking to invest in probably a US-20 & a US-10 for future trips and your review was spot on, so that's confirmed my choice! Love your content, thank you!!
Cracking informative review, one of the best I’ve seen, as it covered everything anyone would need to know if thinking about investing in this system. Kriega should give you a pat on the back chap
Great video. My US20 has served me faithfully over the years and the Max 28 that I use almost a year now is nothing short of brilliant both on and off the bike. Naturally when I receive my gen 3 Hayabusa in a few weeks the first thing I'll put on that fat rear seat will be a US40. With the US20 either as tank bag or on top of the US40, there will be 60 liters of waterproof luggage, that leaves no marks or racks and easy to pop off - all this on a sportbike.
Thanks for the info on the new 40. I’ve been considering it but couldn’t find much on it. I have the tank bag adapter fitted but it does have a weak point. The adhesive Velcro that’s fitted under the seat has worn out and it didn’t last long at all. I’d recommend replacing the adhesive backed side with stronger ones if you’re going to use it.
first review I've seen that actually shows the tentpole pocket on the us-40, thanks! The lack of a half decent size external pocket was the thing putting me off the kriega us range, do you think the rolltop shields at either end are secure enough to hold a few small items in that top pocket? And do you reckon you'd get something like a water bottle in there assuming the main pocket isn't stuffed full?
Thanks, and yes definitely. I’ve placed main luggage in the middle part and then included items that I may want to access on either side. If you’re not worried about waterproofing then they can just be lashed under the rolltop shields.
Thanks mate for the video! I was looking to get insight into the new 40 rackpack, it really helped making my decision. I really wished the rackpack would have a side pocket, but that dampeness you mentioned changed my mind! Just going to order the 40 rackack! 😊
I have the US30, use it for weekends away when I don't need all the room of panniers, an outstanding bit of kit and so well made, you do get what you pay for. Found myself riding in without doubt the heaviest rain I've ever been out in on a bike for well over 5 hours and everything inside was still bone dry.
Good review, well done. Great kit. I ride an older machine (1980's Moto Guzzi) and the flexibility of attachments means the gear can be fitted in a variety of ways, depending on what you're carrying, whether there's a pillion, whatever. Expensive? Maybe, but I don't expect - ever - to be replacing this stuff, so "a life-time purchase" in my eyes. Even if the bike changes! I've got the tank bag adapter, too: a couple of things to offer there: one, on my older style frame, there is no location to attach velcro too, but - when I purchased - there was the alternative to fit straps to the frame tube at the rear. Pop a couple of those plastic buckles open and, as you say, easy access to the filler cap. The other observation I have is that - in my personal experience - the tank bag set-up doesn't really suit a heavier load. But then there are generally other reasons for not whacking a heavy lump on your tank, right? Love my @Kriega gear. Absolutely doesn't disappoint.
Love a bit Kriega me, so well made and totally reliable. My R35 has been all round the UK and Europe (I even crashed wearing it) and it’s still going strong at about 15yrs old. I’ve got a US10 strapped to the rear of my 1290 SAS as a tool bag. Looking at the max28 as my next addition to my collection. Great review Tony 👍
Cheers! I've just bough the Max28 and so far its been awesome. I wanted to make sure my laptop is kept safe when commuting and the drybag section for it is fantastic.
Been rocking my Kriega US 30 for two years on my 18' Triumph Striple. Bought the mount specific kit for the bike which makes simple installation/ removal of the bag. Awesome review of the Kreiga line. Subscribed ! Cheers from the US!
I would avoid at all cost: I invested in a full kriega OS system. After the second ride day, one of the bags spontaneously ripped at the seam. I sent a picture to Kriega, and received a short response that “I must have dragged it over rocks” and warranty didn’t apply. I responded with more pictures, showing that the rip is at a top corner (I.e., outside the area that would get damaged in a fall), and showing that there were no scratches on the bag. Kriega responded thag all they could offer was a 50% discount. I am appalled at such poor customer service and such arrogance, as they seemingly lack all capacity to critically look at the quality of their products. I can only conclude that Kriega is overpriced, overmarketed garbage and they don’t care about their customers whatsoever. Avoid this company at all cost. Spend your money at a company who cares (and makes products that last longer than a few rides).
Kriega have built a good reputation for their products and customer service, so I’m surprised. Especially given how tough the OS bags are. Offering 50% discount on a replacement that’s not covered under warranty sounds quite generous.
@@mancavemoto when something is obviously a faulty product, and should be covered under warranty, 50% off is not generous at all. Can’t testify to the “toughness” of their products. I’ve had lomo panniers that cost a fraction of the kriega ones and lasted for years. Their customer service is appalling - look up their trustpilot reviews, on which they score 2.5/5.
I've always found them to be a trustworthy brand, and would honour the warranty if it was a maunfacturing or production fault. Its a shame you cant post images in the comments for you to show us
Nice.. You prefer using the os-32 with racks or the os-12 with the os base and the US 30 on the rear? Similar capacity but different configuration.. Racks add weight and width but all the luggage is lower..
I like that the OS base keeps everything nice and compact. I've only got OS6 packs at the moment, but when the OS18 are back in stock, i'll probably run with those and the US30 on the rear and see how I get on. I think it'll be a case of switching between the two depending on what I need?
I have Kriega 40,30,20,10 40 is too big 30 is ok but the 20’s are in my opinion just right for packing and tying down on my gsa panniers I fill my 30 with my clothes and put it in my left pannier put the 20’s on the lids and try to get the 40 across the seat
I've used these bags. Great setup. BUT what everyone is not saying anything about this modular system is that when using three bag combinations they all have to come off the bike for Moto-Camp. I have a 30 liter, 2 20 liter, and 2 10 liter bags. If I use the 30 liter and the two 20 liter combo I cannot keep the two 20 liter bags on the bike because they both hook up to the 30 liter. And that makes a huge disappointing disadvantage to the conventional side panniers because the 30, or 40 liter bags connect and keep everything together. If they come off the bike, then the two 20 liter HAVE to come off and create a huge clutter for the whole camp trip. But as a single tail bag system they are great.
Can you not strap the two 20 litre bags on top of each other on the bike? The hooking system is the same for all the bags, so you should be able to remove the 30 litre bag and replace it with the 20? But I get what your saying, it is different to using a hard luggage system
Hi, I have the US20 dry pack and love it. I made the straps work on my 2023 R1250GS, but I see that there is a FitKit available. Will that kit improve how the bag sits on the bike, or is it not necessary? Looks like the bag would move further back on the bike (on the rack vs passenger seat?). Do you recommend that kit, or is it a waste? Thanks for your help!
The fit kit looks to be essentailly a set of the OS loops. They make fitting the bags a lot more quick and easy, but they will mean the bag sits on the rack. For the price of the fitkit i would say its worth having them on the bike all the time anyway?
Greetings! I thank the author for the video. Indeed, "Kriega" is an unforgettable and reliable assistant on the road. The fastening system, convenient and roomy transportation of things is very impressive. The water system on the back deserves special attention. Very comfortable on the move! Are you going on a trip? Feel free to take "Kriega")))
What would you suggest for holding an XL Full Face helmet in a rear bag? I would prefer something that can zip down if I don't need the extra room. Thanks.
You might be able to get one on its side, in a US30 drypack? The SW-Motech Rackpack would work too, but it doesnt really fold down. The drybag 180 and 260 would also work.
Its actually an RST Pathfinder suit, that I was testing. It ended up being dropped from the range. But I did own the Paragon 5 suit and it was excellent
Hi, great explanation. i have just a question: can i put this bag on my Honda Africa Twin Touratech topcase? i'm searching a bag set that fits with the touratech aluminium bags
Love my Kriega bags. But from personal experience I recommend you take your straps away with the bag. Coming back to your bike to find someone has lifted a strap really sucks. Sucks more trying to source one during these times.
This is NOT to bash your video. I have every single thing Kriega makes. The list: US20 x 2 US30 US40 R25 Backpack R30 Backpack US10 x 2 Tank pad Wallet Laptop case After dealing with the tie down arrangements that Kriega uses I became very frustrated with their design. Everything attaches to the front of the bags so if you add/subtract from the bags, you are constantly adjusting straps for size and hopefully not damaging what you have inside to secure them. The convoluted aluminum "S" buckles are not reliable unless a lot of tension is used. THIS got old very quickly! I did some research and found SW-Motec gear. I now own everything they make and it is superior to Kriega in everything. Their attachment system is flawless and attaches from the rear to the bike. Now I can add/subtract with zero adjustments to straps. Their attachment strap system is shear genius. They have cinch buckles on all their bags and it take seconds to attach/remove their bags. Right now I have a pile of brand new Kriega stuff in a box that I will never use. Money wasted.
No problem. Being a universal system there obviously needs to be some element of adjustment so that the packs can go across many different bie models. I've found the S buckles to be reliable fixings and yes the need to be tight, but you don't need huge amounts of tension. I've reviewed a used a quite a few SW-Motech pieces and I agree that they are very well designed. What packs are you using, as im pretty sure all the SW-Motech kit needs specfific fittings for each bike, or some form of side carrier? The Kriega straps all have cinch fixings too, so its just a case of hooking on and pulling tight.
@@mancavemoto I have 2 of the Rackpack 36-45L Evo tail bags, the Pro City tank bag ring mounted (no tank contact!) and 2 Drybag 80's that attach to my upper crash bars on my 2020 Triumph Tiger 1200 XCX. I also have the Ion L Tail bag for multiple other bikes. The strapping system SW-Motech uses is genius. The cinch buckles are on the bags themselves and low on the bags. This means, attach bags, use bags with no further adjustment. I found a source for the metal 3/4 inch cinch buckles and I am having them sewn onto all my Kriega bags down low and cut all the Kriega mountings off the bags. I am having her make me all the cinch straps with loops. Now I will be able to use all the Kriega stuff I bought. Cheers!
I wish they made a version of these with a convetional zipper flap opening like most bags. I just could not deal with the roll top opening for a gym bag.
No problem, yep i reviewed Lomo bags in the past and they are great value. Theres obviously a bit more going on with these, but that increases the cost
Well, this is annoying... I decide to look at Kriega packs AFTER I bought a Givi set for my bike and AFTER I actually made the trip! I want these now ffs... 🤣 Nice review Man Cave!
The newer Kreiga developments are looking very much like the Mosko Moto kit, particularly the rear end 40 litre Back Country Duffle - which I have. I guess they keep a close eye on each other.
Great review, kriega is a bit expensive, but is very good value, i have a us 20 on my tenere, i am expanding to kit out my gs 1200, very versatile if you have more than one bike
Thank You, and yes I think you get what you pay for. I like that its easy to switch from bike to bike too, the flexibility of the system and its performance is excellent. Should last years too
I'm in the market for a piece of luggage around the 40L volume. I was considering a waterproof duffle then saw the kriega rackpack. Your review has sealed the deal. When compared to other adv manufacturers it is incredibly good value and their longevity says it all. Thanks Tony👍
Thanks V, excellent review series and very informative. I recently bought 1250GSA and searching for overlander/dry pack for the bike. I decided to install BMW original small top case (installed already) but decided to install soft panniers instead of hard series. Living in Turkey and don’t have much of alternatives in the market and I’m in between Kriega and LoneRider. In my opinion Kriega here in the market decades and offering 10 years of warranty is point of proof the quality of product and company vision where Lonerider new in the market (guessing since 2017). My plan to install 2x32 liter on the side and one Drypack for passenger seat additionally will attach smaller size on both. How is your experience for GSA? Is Drypack can easily mountable as well? Thanks.
Drypacks can be fitted to almost anything, so I expect the GSA would be no different. A good mix would be two of the OS32 panniers, with drypacks added to the rear/seat or rack
Had a US20 for about 5 years - it has been awesome. You. An get replacement parts easily - a new liner (original was cut by something sharp) was about $22. The US40 looks good.
Good day to you! I am HONDA Cross Cub senior rider from Japan. Enjoying touring , camping and video editing. It is great luggage system video ! So nice ! I leave Have a nice day my friend !!
Can items be placed inside and taken out while the bag is attached? If not, I'm surprised people love these so much. I want to be able to access items without unstrapping the bag to get to the roll down top.
Hiya Lloyd, yes lovely stuff. I've just shelled out for the Max28 backpack, just what I need to safely transport my laptop with loads of room for other gear, even a helmet if I need too! I've been eyeing up a Trail 9 too, for when you only want to carry the essentials
