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 Summary
The brand-new SHAD “Semi Rigid” collection includes tank bags, a 
 backpack and saddlebags or panniers.
These are relatively inexpensive but all nicely developed.
They are a great compromise among expensive and heavy hard bags and 
 flabby soft bags.
The E48 Semi Rigid side bags appear straightforward sufficient but they are actually 
 a extremely clever design and style.
SHAD has mounting racks (side bag holders) for the E48 for a assortment 
 of common motorcycles.
The mounts and the bags are extremely straightforward to set up.
We fitted a set to a brand-new V-Strom 650 base model, offered 
 courtesy of 
 Ellicott City Motorsports in Maryland.
It took only about 15 minutes to complete the job, it is that straightforward.
And you are going to end up with a quite nice set of semi-rigid, expandable side 
 bags that hold an wonderful amount of stuff.
In fact, we even fit a complete-face helmet inside an E48, with photographs 
 under to prove it!

 Introduction
If you’re looking for an inexpensive way to get some carrying 
 capacity, the new semi-rigid line of luggage from SHAD may be the way to 
 go.
We’ve never been fans of soft luggage. Unless it’s packed to the 
 gills, it appears like a deflated beach ball and flops about like a 
 fresh-caught mackerel on a hot deck.
But not absolutely everyone wants massive-buck, heavy difficult luggage. Semi-challenging (or 
 semi-rigid) bags are the excellent compromise.
The trick is that you still want some type of framework to mount the 
 bags basically throwing them over the back of the bike will not cut it.
SHAD recently announced a new semi-rigid lineup that at present 
 consists of two diverse tank bags (E04 and E22) a backpack with an 
 external helmet holder (E83) and the E48 Semi-Rigid Side Bags shown 
 right here.
The E48 is deceiving, simply because it actually seems fairly little or 
 compact, but it holds an amazing quantity if gear. That’s 1 of the 
 advantages of semi-rigid motorcycle luggage — the thin walls and light 
 weight offer a maximum size/weight-to-capacity ratio.
The E48 bags are presently offered for the following common 
 motorcycles:
- Honda CB500X/F/R
- Honda VFR800
- Kawasaki ER6, Z800
- KTM Duke 
 125/250/390
- Suzuki V-Strom 650, GSR750
- Yamaha MT 07, MT 09, FZ7, 
 FZ8, FZ9, FJ09






SHAD also has bike-particular mounts for these motorcycles, along with 
 a “universal” carrier that attaches to SHAD side mounts if you currently 
 personal some SHAD panniers and want to swap out sometimes (or 
 permanently) for the E48 semi-rigid bags.
We installed the mounting brackets (part quantity S0VS62SE) on a 
 brand-new Suzuki V-Strom 650 that is sitting on the showroom floor of 
 Ellicott City Motorsports in Ellicott City, Maryland.
If you happen to be nearby, quit more than and see the installation or far better however — 
 acquire the bike, it’s on sale and the bags are free of charge!

 This is the mounting kit for the V-Strom 650.
Close-up of the mounting bracket specifics and welds.
Installing the SHAD E48 Side Instances
Every single of the mounting kits for the E48 bags are particularly designed 
 for straightforward bolt-on to any of the bikes listed above.
Installing the kit on the V-Strom 650 couldn’t be simpler and must 
 only take 10-15 minutes max.
The kit comes with replacement bolts, spacers and washers and you 
 merely take away the six mm hex bolts that hold the passenger foot pegs on 
 the V-Strom (two bolts on every single side) and bolt in the side racks employing 
 the five mm hex bolts in the kit and you’re accomplished.
I added a touch of blue Loctite to the SHAD five mm bolts simply because the stock 6 
 mm bolts had blue thread locker also.
No torque settings had been listed, so I tightened them until they 
 had been…pretty tight. No need to overdo it, but I’d guess maybe 20 Nm?
The spacers that come with the SHAD kit fit into the huge recess in 
 the passenger foot peg hanger. Then the washers that come with the kit 
 go on the outdoors. Tighten the bolts and you happen to be completed.
Here are some photos:

 6 mm bolts holding the passenger foot peg hangers on the V-Strom 650.
V-Strom passenger foot peg hanger removed.
Mounting hardware for the E48 rack. Note blue thread locker.

 V-Strom foot peg hangers with the E48 mounting kit parts inserted.
SHAD E48 Information
The SHAD E48 measures about 45 cm long (18″) by 23 cm deep (9″) by 28 
 cm tall (11″).
Every bag has two zippers: one particular opens the bag and the other opens an 
 expansion joint, which adds about 140 mm to the width at the best.
Just for kicks, we grabbed a size little HJC helmet off the shelf and 
 as you can see under, it fits!.

 Prime view displaying the installed racks and the orientation of the spacers.
Completed installation of the mounting rack.

 A variety of attachment points on the back side of the E48.

 Inside attachment points for the E48 bag. Note D-rings for carrying straps.
We had been amazed to uncover that a full-face helmet fits inside the E48!
That’s pretty incredible, taking into consideration that you can not fit a complete-face 
 helmet in several/most tough panniers, regardless of size or cost.
The E48 bags are not totally waterproof but each comes with a 
 silver-colored waterproof cover.
On prime of every bag are two straps that can be utilised to carry 
 accessories or to tighten the E48 when the expansion panel is deployed.
Fitting the E48 on the Frame
The back side of the E48 has a massive, flat pocket that slides over 
 the mounting frame. Then there are two hook-and-loop tabs that safe 
 the front and rear of the bag on to the frame wiring.
The bags have the typical wide hook-and-loop straps on prime that fit 
 under the seat to secure the side bags to the frame and the bike. Pull 
 the straps tight and squeeze the hook-and-loop with each other and you happen to be accomplished.
We had to push the rear strap forward a bit to fit the V-Strom seat 
 back on the bike, but once the seat is on, the E48 panniers are truly 
 quite secure.
The bags come with waterproof rain covers.

 E48 set installed, straps below seat. Note tightening straps on top.
More Attributes
The E48 bags have some nice reflective piping on the outside that 
 complements the shape of the luggage.
Also, every single bag comes with two snap-on adjustable carrying straps so 
 you can carry the bags more than your shoulder or like a backpack. The bags 
 also have a built-in (sewn on) handle for effortless carrying.
To eliminate the bags from the bike, unfasten the hook-and-loop straps 
 beneath the seat, then unfasten the tiny hook-and-loop straps that hold 
 the front and rear of the bags to the mounting frame. Slide the bags off 
 the frame and you’re accomplished.
List Price tag
The E48 panniers have a list value of $ 149.00 and the mounting kit 
 for the V-Strom 650 lists for $ 98.00. Other mounting kits differ among 
 $ 75.00 and $ 98.00.

 Conclusion
The SHAD E48 bags are quite straightforward to install and hold a surprising 
 amount of gear. They are lightweight but rugged and they appear very good 
 better, in reality, than bulky difficult luggage on the mid-sized 
 motorcycles for which the E48 series was designed.
The reflective piping on the outdoors adds to visibility but also 
 provides a good styling touch to the luggage.
You can outfit a bike with the E48 side bags and a single of the new 
 semi-rigid tank bags for about 1/three the price of a difficult luggage program and 
 you will possibly have equivalent or possibly even far more storage.
Bottom line? SHAD ought to have no difficulty selling boatloads of the E48 
 semi-rigid side instances.
| 
 
 wBW 
 Evaluation: SHAD E48 Semi Rigid Side Circumstances | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer: 
 SHAD (Spain)
 U.S. Distributor: 
 SHAD USA
 | List Price: $ 149.00 + $ 98.00 for mount 
 kit. |
| Colors: Black | Made In: EU
 |
| 
 Evaluation Date: March 2016 | |

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