In 2003, two couple friends and us, followed the Silk Road across China. One of those bikes T-boned me in the center of the Jesse Bag, so that the outside was 'V' d into the inner or wheel side. I had it straightened at a Nanjing moto shop, and not only did it work perfectly but has never leaked. These cases are 'bullit-proof'. No damage to the frame or the bike. I'd estimate the speed at 70mph and we spun 180 degrees. So a heavy hit. Don't even ask why!!
As for the plastic discussion, I have an MTS 12 and the stock cases, while beautiful, and work quite well, would never consider and adventure trip with them. They are function following form. let alone SMALL even with the large lids, and to flexible in the mounting system.
Allen.
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