Jess, weight distribution overrides "the look" If they were mounted any further back they'd be in a different Zip code. Your first mistake was watching an uncle Stewie video.
Phil
Phil, I actually like Uncle Stew, but he did not like the Royal Enfield rack & bags. Pretty sure he has a close relationship with a unnamed luggage company.
Genuine or not, they ride in the exact place that the factory Royal Enfield bags ride so I’m not worried about placement. The Royal Enfield engineers have given their blessing to this spot, plus I’m not going to be loading them down with a camping gear, I’m a soft bed motel kind of girl.
Just wanted enough space for a 2 or 3 overnight stays. I’ve done 2 single overnight rides with my leather purse size bags (no rack, just strapped to frame), so these should have plenty of room for me.
Plus, they are further forward and much lower than a top case.