anyone have happy trails teton panniers on their 08'?

[kennethhenton]

I have the Owyhee but some points that may be of interest. The brackets fit well without reaming any holes or shifting things around. The turn signal relocation was a bit of a hassle. Removing the stock brackets and then getting the extensions secured and tightened down took a little longer than expected. Extending the left rear turn signal wires was pretty straightforward. I did have to tug on the stock right rear wiring to remove the slack and have enough to reach the signal without splicing that side. I was surprised to learn that lift off lids were no longer available when I received mine. I had specifically rquested them when I placed the order. The hinged lids have been growing on me and can easily be converted to lift off lids in the future if I wish. The powder coat finish was sub standard and scratched. Tim refunded the cost of the powdercoat ( 90.00?? I think) even though I didn't ask for a refund or to return them. I have only had them mounted a couple of weeks but I am very pleased. I had them pre mounted and the location is excellent for me. They are basically centered on the brackets which makes them slightly low in relation to the rear rack and far enough back that whacking my legsa is unlikely. Hope you find some of this useful. Ken

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