STEEL PONY LUGGAGE
 | Panniers need
to be kept clear of the rear wheel, including when rear spring is fully
compressed. |
| There needs to
be at least 100mm clearance between the panniers & muffler. |
| Most bikes will
require the attachment of racks or bars to achieve required clearances.
Ensure there are no sharp edges or pressure points pressing into the
panniers. Racks made of tube or round
metal make this easier. Panniers now have a removable back panel to protect
the body of the bag and allow for easier cleaning. Please contact us if you
need a replacement panel. |
| The straps
going over (or under) the seat should be adjusted so that the panniers hang
evenly on each side of the bike.
Handling of the bike is aided by having the panniers as low as possible &
over or in front of the rear axle.
Ensure panniers won’t touch the ground when rear spring is fully compressed.
On
gascoyne panniers the
upper horizontal webbing is provided as an alternative hanging point when
bag is packed to maximum. Thread over
seat straps through the openings in the
horizontal webbing. |
| There are D
rings sewn on the bottom of the side panels to secure the panniers to the
bike with reusable cable ties provided. This is to stop the panniers from
slipping forward or backwards & to prevent them from falling away from the
bike when leaning the bike over & should be.
attached to the racks or rear sub frame.
Do not attach to any part of the swing arm.
Avoid over tightening to prevent
excess strain on the canvas. If the bike is dropped the cable ties will
break before the rings pull out of the pannier. If you use anything other
than cable ties to attach to the bike ensure they are “sacrificial” to
protect the pannier. They are not intended to keep the panniers located
against the racks in situations where the bike is being dropped regularly at
speed or being ridden through thick scrub. In
these situations consider using a strap that goes around the whole pannier
and the rack. A gap is provided
between the bottle holders and the pannier to pass a strap horizontally
around the pannier and rack to hold the panniers tightly against the bike.
Please contact us if you require the straps.
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| When the
pannier is packed, tuck in the side panels, fold the velcro over & ensure it
is well attached, then roll the top down at least twice before clipping &
tightening the straps. This will help
prevent dust & water from entering the panniers. |
We do NOT recommend
using any of the straps on your luggage as tie points for other items.
WARNING:
ANY LOOSE WEBBING COULD BECOME CAUGHT IN THE REAR WHEEL CAUSING AN
ACCIDENT
Folding the Panniers
Panniers should be folded correctly to give the best seal against water and dust
Start with the bag open and sides straight Push the side panels in Push the front velcro strip toward the back
Press the velcro together Roll down the top at least twice Close the clips & tighten straps
