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BMW QUALITY LUGGAGE FOR EVERYONE
Unfortunately, owners of other machines have previously had only limited access to BMW’s collection of accessories and clothing. In particular though, it is the comprehensive range of hard and soft luggage that many motorcyclist would like to see made available to them. Now, an extensive collection of high quality “mobile” soft luggage has been launched by the German manufacturer that is not bike-specific. This includes such indispensable items for sports bike riders as rucksacks, luggage rolls and travel bags (tail packs). The collection, as you would expect from BMW is extensive, but here are brief descriptions of some of the essential items available. The Function rucksack is expandable and has a capacity of either 22 or 33 litres. The expansion system will accommodate a helmet, via the zipped expansion compartment, and enough clothing etc. for a long weekend. The Function is waterproof with impact-protected inner bag, fully adjustable, has a carrying handle, and an active breathing back area (which is also comfort padded). The RRP is £85. The High-Speed rucksack looks like something from the Star Trek collection but that’s because it has been designed for what its name implies. It has nine litres of storage space; is waterproof; features a pocket for back protector, hip and chest belt; and a frame and cover ergonomically designed to eliminate slipping and flapping. Ideal for hard-charging sports bike riders, the High-Speed rucksack retails at £60. The R1200 CL rucksack obviously matches BMW’s cruiser/tourer but is suitable for any rider that approves of the black and light-gold colour scheme. Measuring 52 x 38 x 29cm, the “CL” rucksack has a capacity of 42 litres and features additional back padding (compared with the Function) which makes it safe enough and big enough to carry a laptop computer. Its other construction features are similar to the Function rucksack. The RRP is £70. The Luggage roll is a high quality, capacious variation of an all-time favourite, luggage all-rounder. The coated material with sealed seams makes the roll waterproof – of course – and it even has a waterproof zip. But the outstanding reason that touring riders will find for owning one is the generous 53 litres of storage space. The Luggage roll has a RRP of £70. The Travel Bag is BMW’s equivalent of the indispensable tail pack. This version is completely waterproof, has excellent edge protection, a separate side compartment, a shoulder strap and removable key fob. The extra-large inner compartment opens wide for easy packing and can safely store up to 70 litres of luggage. The Travel Bag’s RRP is £70. The Travel Bag XL is the ultimate item of “mobile” luggage for terminally addicted, long distance touring riders. It has an astonishing 90 litres of storage space and could actually contain a small kitchen sink! The trolley frame is fitted with a handle and rollers, and also features a removable key bag and stiffening rails. The bag can be secured by means of a combination lock and the important statistic is its size – 35 x 35 x 80cm. The Travel Bag XL retails at £110. BMW owners and non-BMW owners can see the full range of mobile luggage, and inspect and purchase any of the above items, at any BMW Motorrad dealership in the UK. Customers can call BMW‘s information line: 0800 777 155
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