{"title":"Motorcycle Airbags","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotorcycle inflatable bags\u003c\/strong\u003e are bags whose body is an airtight air chamber: when deflated, they remain semi-rigid and take up little space; once inflated, they become an elastic cushion that fills the gap between the motorcycle’s structure and the luggage. The manufacturer LOBOO states that this technology supports a load of at least 300 kg per inflated bag and provides at least 6 hours of protection per inflation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe two families: crash bar and side bags\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term “inflatable motorcycle bags” covers two different products, which are mounted in different parts of the motorcycle and meet different needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrash bar inflatable bags\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pair of 6 L bags (12 L total), secured to engine guard bars with a round Ø 25 mm tube. They make use of the irregular space between the bars and the side panels and provide quick-access storage for a puncture repair kit, rain gear, documents, and gloves. They complement panniers; they do not replace them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInflatable side bags\u003c\/strong\u003e — 23 L or 30 L per side, attached to 18 mm side frames and replacing a set of side panniers. The same inflatable principle, with main-luggage capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility depends not on the motorcycle model but on the \u003cstrong\u003etube diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e to which the bag attaches: 25 mm for crash bar versions and 18 mm for side-bag frames. Measure the tube with calipers before ordering, or wrap a measuring tape around it and divide the circumference by 3.14.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen check that the bag does not interfere with the exhaust, cylinder heads, or steering at full lock, and that the selected section of tube is unobstructed across the entire width of the bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInflatable or hard-sided\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn aluminum pannier offers more volume and a shell that protects against impacts and theft, but it requires dedicated frames and remains on the motorcycle all year. An inflatable bag costs less, does not require frames if you already have crash bars, disappears when not needed, and makes use of otherwise empty space; in return, it holds fewer liters and its contents are not protected by a rigid shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not yet have anchor bars, you can find \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/crash-bars\"\u003ecrash bars and engine guards\u003c\/a\u003e on Endurrad. For non-inflatable versions with a rigid internal structure, see the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/borse-crash-bar\"\u003ecrash bar bags\u003c\/a\u003e, and for complete luggage, see the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/valigie-e-borse-moto\"\u003emotorcycle panniers and bags\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan inflatable motorcycle bags be punctured?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is made of TPU fabric on an 840D nylon base, the same type of material used for motorcycle dry bags: puncturing it requires a significant penetration, not ordinary rubbing. If the bag loses air, the contents remain inside and the bag stays attached because its mounting does not depend on air pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo they require a pump or compressor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Inflation is done by hand through a one-way valve with an integrated pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre they an approved safety device?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The stated load capacity refers to the inflated bag during static testing: it is an accessory passive protection system that does not replace engine guard bars or protective clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"borse-gonfiabili-crash-bar","title":"LOBOO Wanderer BHGB05T Inflatable Motorcycle Bags for Crash Bars – Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gap remains between the engine guards and the sides of the motorcycle that no rigid pannier can use. The \u003cstrong\u003eLOBOO Wanderer BHGB05T inflatable motorcycle bags\u003c\/strong\u003e adapt to that irregular shape and turn it into useful storage: \u003cstrong\u003e6 liters per bag, 12 liters for the pair\u003c\/strong\u003e. The structure comes not from a rigid shell but from the bag itself, which is a sealed air chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow inflatable motorcycle bags work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn inflatable motorcycle bag works opposite to a pannier: instead of imposing its own shape on the motorcycle, it takes the shape of the available space. When deflated, the BHGB05T remains semi-rigid and stands upright on its own, so it is easy to fill and close. Inflated through the integrated one-way valve, it becomes an elastic cushion that fills the gap between the tube and the fairing and secures itself to the bars without play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer states a \u003cstrong\u003eload capacity of at least 300 kg per inflated bag\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eprotection duration of at least 6 hours per inflation\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the event of a slide, this volume of air is the first thing working between the bar and the ground. It is supplementary passive protection, not an approved safety device: it does not replace engine guards or protective clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical advantage comes at the end of the trip: they deflate, can be stored away, and the motorcycle is back to its clean appearance. There is no permanent bulk every day, which is the main reason to choose an inflatable bag instead of a rigid one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat fits in 6 liters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix liters per side is the right size for the things you want within reach without opening the panniers: a puncture repair kit and mini compressor, rain gear, spare gloves, a headlamp or flashlight, documents and a wallet protected from water, a half-liter bottle of water with something wrapped around it. They are the external pockets adventure motorcycles lack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir position also makes the compartment quicker to access: standing beside the motorcycle, without removing anything or taking off your helmet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to measure the bars before ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no list of compatible motorcycles, because compatibility does not depend on the motorcycle but on the tube. The LOBOO manual specifies a \u003cstrong\u003eround bar with a diameter of 25 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e as a requirement, and the mounting system works equally well on irregular, square, or triangular structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse calipers to measure the outside diameter of the engine-guard tube at the point where you want to mount the bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do not have calipers, wrap a tape measure around the tube and divide the circumference by 3.14: a 25 mm tube measures approximately 78.5 mm in circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure the selected section is clear for at least the width of the bag and that there are no obstructing welds or brackets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the distance from the exhaust and cylinder heads: the bag must not touch hot parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrash bars are not included\u003c\/strong\u003e and must already be installed: they provide the anchoring structure. If you do not have them, Endurrad offers \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/crash-bars\"\u003eengine guards and crash bars\u003c\/a\u003e for BMW, KTM, Husqvarna, Honda, Ducati, Aprilia, and other motorcycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInflatable or rigid: when each is the better choice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn aluminium pannier offers more volume and a shell that protects against impacts and break-ins, but requires dedicated frames, stays on the motorcycle all year round, and increases its width. An inflatable bag costs less, does not require frames if you already have the bars, disappears when not needed, and makes use of space that would otherwise remain empty — but it holds only a few litres and its contents are not protected by a shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, they are not mutually exclusive: the BHGB05T is the natural complement to a luggage set, not a replacement for it. If you are instead looking for a genuine, inflatable side volume, the LOBOO range offers the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/borse-laterali-gonfiabili-loboo-alps\"\u003e23- and 30-litre Alps inflatable side bags\u003c\/a\u003e, which mount on 18 mm side frames rather than on the bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWaterproofing, anti-theft protection, and details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeclared IPX7 rating\u003c\/strong\u003e — TPU fabric on an 840D nylon base and an airtight waterproof zip. The rating is declared by the manufacturer for the complete bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary keyed anti-theft feature\u003c\/strong\u003e — a stainless-steel cable passes through the zip slider and the strap eyelet, then locks into the buckle. It prevents the bag from being opened and quickly removed, but does not replace a main anti-theft device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive buckle positioning points\u003c\/strong\u003e, rotatable on its axis to compensate for the angle of the bars from one motorcycle to another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuraflex buckles\u003c\/strong\u003e on the straps and \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-visibility reflective inserts\u003c\/strong\u003e on the sides, in the area most exposed laterally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBHGB05T — Wanderer series, black (LOB_BHGB05TBK)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage contents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePair: 1 left bag + 1 right bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCapacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 liters per bag, 12 liters total\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230 × 100 × 330 mm (L × W × H), valve included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTPU, 840D nylon fabric, nylon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIPX7 with an airtight waterproof zipper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLoad capacity per inflated bag\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 300 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInflation duration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 6 hours per individual inflation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible bar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound tube Ø 25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFastening\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-position buckle, M6×10 screws at 12 N·m, straps with Duraflex buckles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSafety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReflective inserts, primary anti-theft protection with cable and lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot stated by the manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource: LOBOO BHGB05T owner's manual. Measurements are taken manually by the manufacturer and may have tolerances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the package\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete pair (1 left bag + 1 right bag), 2 fastening buckles, 2 lock cylinders with clips, 2 keys, 2 M6×10 screws, a 4 mm Allen key, and an owner's manual. Crash bars and threadlocker for the M6 screws are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe waterproof zipper is the component that determines the bag's service life. Always close it with the internal pressure equal to the ambient pressure: closing it while the bag is overpressurized strains the teeth and reduces the seal. Operate the slider by pinching it between your index and middle fingers and pulling it along the guide, and occasionally apply a silicone lubricant for zippers. Rinse with fresh water after use on salted roads and store the bags deflated and dry, without tight folds in the TPU fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage limits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-installed crash bars with 25 mm tubing are required; without them, there is no way to mount the bags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe manufacturer does not state the weight, and we do not publish an inferred figure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe stated 300 kg load capacity applies to the inflated bag in a static test; it is not a crashworthiness certification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe manual included in the package is in English and Chinese; the Italian-translated procedure is on this page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways check that the bags do not touch the exhaust, cylinder heads, or handlebars at full lock, and recheck the fastening after the first few dozen kilometers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LOBOO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57106453922136,"sku":"LOB_BHGB05TBK","price":234.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/6561\/0991\/files\/borse-gonfiabili-crash-bar-9665670.jpg?v=1776230067"},{"product_id":"borse-laterali-gonfiabili-loboo-alps","title":"LOBOO Alps 23 L \/ 30 L Inflatable Saddlebags – Pair with Brackets","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLOBOO Alps Inflatable Side Bags\u003c\/strong\u003e are soft panniers with a capacity of \u003cstrong\u003e23 or 30 liters\u003c\/strong\u003e that, once inflated, become an air cushion between the motorcycle and the ground. The manufacturer states a load capacity of at least \u003cstrong\u003e300 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e per inflated bag: in the event of a slide, it is that volume of air that absorbs the impact, not the subframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey attach to \u003cstrong\u003eside luggage racks\u003c\/strong\u003e via an adjustable quick-release mount, and there is only one requirement: \u003cstrong\u003e18 mm rectangular-profile tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMain features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive protection ≥ 300 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e per inflated bag, with one-way valve and a claimed autonomy of ≥ 6 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIPX7 waterproofing\u003c\/strong\u003e with 0.6 mm TPU composite fabric over 840D mesh and a waterproof zipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-theft system with steel cable and key lock\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can be keyed alike with LOBOO aluminum panniers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick release\u003c\/strong\u003e: the bag detaches from the mount in a few seconds and can be carried by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMOLLE system\u003c\/strong\u003e on the outer panel, also compatible with attachments from other brands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuraflex buckles\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflective inserts, and expansion rings for additional cargo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility: the rack matters, not the motorcycle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount works on side luggage racks with a \u003cstrong\u003erectangular profile and 18 mm tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a center-to-center distance between \u003cstrong\u003e307 and 362 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e in width and between \u003cstrong\u003e180 and 207 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e in height. Direct fitment on \u003cstrong\u003eBMW R 1200 GS and R 1250 GS\u003c\/strong\u003e original racks and on the \u003cstrong\u003eLOBOO TIBET\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePIKE TRACKER\u003c\/strong\u003e series. Official LOBOO photos also show installation on the \u003cstrong\u003eKTM 1290 Super Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eHonda XL750 Transalp\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen spacers are required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany motorcycles with a \u003cstrong\u003eprotruding side exhaust\u003c\/strong\u003e have an original pannier rack that flares outward to leave room for the exhaust. This flare must be compensated for, which is the purpose of the \u003cstrong\u003eBDPQ01LBK spacers\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can add them directly from the configuration selector for the \u003cstrong\u003eBMW R 1200 and R 1250 GS, KTM 1290 Super Adventure, Honda Africa Twin, Honda XL750 Transalp\u003c\/strong\u003e, and models with the same geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the \u003cstrong\u003eBMW R 1300 GS and R 1300 GS Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e, spacers are \u003cstrong\u003enot required\u003c\/strong\u003e because the racks are symmetrical. Versions with a \u003cstrong\u003eshort exhaust\u003c\/strong\u003e do, however, require the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/deflettore-scarico-loboo-cpq131-bmw-r-1300-gs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOBOO CPQ131 exhaust deflector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIncompatible models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLOBOO expressly lists the \u003cstrong\u003eHonda CB400X, CB500X, NX400, and NX500\u003c\/strong\u003e and models with the same geometry as \u003cstrong\u003eincompatible\u003c\/strong\u003e: on these motorcycles, the exhaust is aligned with the bag and does not leave the necessary clearance. Racks with an irregular or raised profile and tubing with a diameter other than 18 mm are also excluded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNo side racks? There is an alternative for crash bars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alps require 18 mm side luggage racks: without them, there is no way to mount them, and the racks are an additional expense. If you already have \u003cstrong\u003e25 mm round-tube crash bars\u003c\/strong\u003e installed, the LOBOO range offers the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/borse-gonfiabili-crash-bar\"\u003eBHGB05T inflatable motorcycle bags\u003c\/a\u003e: the same inflatable concept, the same claimed IPX7 rating, and the same 300 kg capacity, but 6 liters per bag and direct mounting on the bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are not competitors. The Alps are the \u003cstrong\u003emain luggage\u003c\/strong\u003e and replace a set of panniers; the BHGB05T bags are the \u003cstrong\u003equick-access storage\u003c\/strong\u003e that complements the luggage, for puncture repair kits, rain gear, and documents. Riders who travel extensively use them together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMain specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModels \u003cstrong\u003eBAB23TBK\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBAB30TBK\u003c\/strong\u003e, black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBag only: 380 × 150 × 400 mm (23 L) · 380 × 200 × 400 mm (30 L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBag with mount: 420 × 190 × 420 mm (23 L) · 420 × 240 × 420 mm (30 L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracket load capacity: \u003cstrong\u003e12 kg per side on asphalt\u003c\/strong\u003e, 8 kg on uneven ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mount also accepts side bags from other brands measuring 360–420 × 150–200 × 380–440 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLOBOO ships either the old or new version of the product at random. The front label, some aesthetic details, and the internal mounting system differ—the new version offers two mounting methods—while the capacity, materials, dimensions, and performance remain identical. 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