Author Topic: Corbin Beetle Bags for Gen II (Read 25027 times) Tweet

rlbowers3 · « **on:** August 28, 2008, 05:56:38 PM »

Has anyone seen pics of the new Corbin Beetle Bags for the Gen II? I have been watching the site for months now. The only thing posted is
"Coming Summer of 2008"
But now that it is almost September it seems that the bags should be ready. Anybody see a prototype? Or maybe a spy photo?

MR X · « **Reply #1 on:** October 27, 2008, 08:40:36 PM »

I am also waiting for Corbin to hurry up

MR X · « **Reply #2 on:** November 27, 2008, 05:34:40 PM »

Corbin site shows NO 2008 Beetle bags coming soon anymore ??.

Must have dropped for some reason?
I wanted them for my 2008.

Richard · « **Reply #3 on:** November 27, 2008, 05:44:49 PM »

I've been waiting a year. I actually delayed buying an '08 because I was considering an '08 Kaw ZX-14 just because Corbin's seats and bags were so superior to what they'd offered us '99-07 Busa drivers.

I call them every month to bug them. A nice lady from the California office told me two weeks ago that the old picture in both the pre-'08's and the '08's areas disappeared from the '08's position NOT because they'd given up. She assured me that they're still working on Beetle Bags for the '08+ Hayabusas.

Based on this, I went ahead and bought an '08. I'm using my RKA soft saddlebags *until*.

It sure would be nice NOT to have to monkey the rain covers off and on every time I want something. Also, hardbags would be one notch more secure than the little combination locks I put on the zippers of the soft bags to keep honest folks honest.

P.S. All of you please call Corbin every month to ask if they're ready or not. Tell your friends. Tell your friends to tell their friends.

MR X · « **Reply #4 on:** November 27, 2008, 05:51:16 PM »

Quote from: Richard on November 27, 2008, 05:44:49 PM

I've been waiting a year. I actually delayed buying an '08 because I was considering an '08 Kaw ZX-14 just because Corbin's seats and bags were so superior to what they'd offered us '99-07 Busa drivers.

I call them every month to bug them. A nice lady from the California office told me two weeks ago that the old picture in both the pre-'08's and the '08's areas disappeared from the '08's position NOT because they'd given up. She assured me that they're still working on Beetle Bags for the '08+ Hayabusas.

Based on this, I went ahead and bought an '08. I'm using my RKA soft saddlebags *until*.

It sure would be nice NOT to have to monkey the rain covers off and on ever time I want something. Also, hardbags would be one notch more secure than the little combination locks I put on the zippers of the soft bags to keep honest folks honest.

P.S. All of you please call Corbin every month to ask if they're ready or not. Tell your friends. Tell your friends to tell their friends.

Can you P.M me the ladys name and phone number at Corbin?
I will call also.
I want Corbin Bags and Smuggler for my Orange 2008

MR X · « **Reply #5 on:** November 27, 2008, 05:54:17 PM »

Wow something went wrong with that post

Richard can you PM me the ladys phone number and name at Corbin?
I will call also.

Richard · « **Reply #6 on:** November 27, 2008, 06:03:17 PM »

I don't recall her name, but just call the California number:

Regular hours: Tuesday - Friday (Shop) 8:00am - 4:30pm
Monday - Friday (Office) 8:00am - 6:00pm
Saturdays (Showroom) 8:00am - 2:30
Saturdays (Ride In Service) 8:00am - 12:00am
Sunday Closed

To reach the factory:
Corbin
2360 Technology Parkway
Hollister, CA 95023
831-634-1100 Tel | 831-634-1059 Fax | 800-538-7035 Toll Free
E-Mail Us Here

MR X · « **Reply #7 on:** November 27, 2008, 06:05:31 PM »

THANKS Richard

I will call also

StreetnTrack · « **Reply #8 on:** December 01, 2008, 08:36:22 AM »

Let me know if you need bags for the '08.

NotSoMadRussian · « **Reply #9 on:** December 01, 2008, 06:58:35 PM »

Quote from: StreetnTrack on December 01, 2008, 08:36:22 AM

Let me know if you need bags for the '08.

What you got?

Richard · « **Reply #10 on:** December 04, 2008, 06:26:44 PM »

Quote from: NotSoMadRussian on December 01, 2008, 06:58:35 PM

Quote from: StreetnTrack on December 01, 2008, 08:36:22 AM
Let me know if you need bags for the '08.

What you got?

Yeah, what you got? Softbags? European hardbags and mounts?

jkind · « **Reply #11 on:** December 07, 2008, 10:17:09 PM »

Still nothing on Corbins site as far as Beetle Bags.

Beetle Bags seem kinda small at 19.5 liters each so I went the Givi route.

Richard · « **Reply #12 on:** December 08, 2008, 06:29:17 PM »

Quote from: jkind on December 07, 2008, 10:17:09 PM

Still nothing on Corbins site as far as Beetle Bags.

Beetle Bags seem kinda small at 19.5 liters each so I went the Givi route.

Right. But take a look at what Corbin did for the ZX-14. Fifty percent greater volume, useful shape and top opening and nicely compliments the lines of the motorcycle. If they can do this for the 2008 Busa, they'll have my $$$.

"
Measurements Capacity: 28 liters left side
Capacity: 28.5 liters right side
"

http://corbin.com/kawasaki/kzx14bag.shtml

GSXRN99 · « **Reply #13 on:** December 08, 2008, 06:33:53 PM »

Quote from: jkind on December 07, 2008, 10:17:09 PM

Still nothing on Corbins site as far as Beetle Bags.

Beetle Bags seem kinda small at 19.5 liters each so I went the Givi route.

Got anymore pics? What did the set up run you? and yes OJ is the fastest color

GSXRN99 · « **Reply #14 on:** December 08, 2008, 06:35:24 PM »

Can the top box be removed and the passenger seat be on it with the saddles?

jkind · « **Reply #15 on:** December 09, 2008, 07:02:03 PM »

Quote from: GSXRN99 on December 08, 2008, 06:35:24 PM

Can the top box be removed and the passenger seat be on it with the saddles?

Yes it can...the trunk setup I made myself using the base plate from my hump and the Givi mounting plate.

There is a trunk mounting kit from SW Motech so you can use the trunk and have a passenger at the same time.

The Givi trunk mounting plate I took off my FJ1200 Wingrack because I don't ride it anymore.

The SW Motech hardware for the Givi E41 side bags I got from Twisted Throttle for about 260US...The great thing about this hardware is you can remove the mounting hardware in about 30 seconds so there is no ugly racks left on your bike when you remove the bags.

I got the E41 bags on Ebay for 410.00/pr. ...the trunk is a 44 liter Kappa (made by Givi) I got locally for around 200US.

Here is a link to my PhotoBucket pics http://s195.photobucket.com/albums/z249/jkind58/

Jim

GSXRN99 · « **Reply #16 on:** December 09, 2008, 07:35:32 PM »

Looks like it worked out well. What are you connecting it to on the back?

jkind · « **Reply #17 on:** December 09, 2008, 09:41:46 PM »

Quote from: GSXRN99 on December 09, 2008, 07:35:32 PM

Looks like it worked out well. What are you connecting it to on the back?

A bar is bolted between the license plate and the fender that the rack is bolted to.

Jim

Richard · « **Reply #18 on:** January 26, 2009, 05:49:00 PM »

I just called for an update, and here it is:

Corbin has an '08 Hayabusa owner lined up to borrow his bike, so they can engineer the bags. But they don't have time.

"Why?", you may ask, with some irritation slipping through in your voice.

'Because. They are too busy working on bags for '09 Harleys.'

Put that in your pipe and smoke it, Chief.

DarkAngel · « **Reply #19 on:** February 07, 2009, 07:12:57 PM »

Hello all,
Corbin does not plan to produce or make any hard shell beetle bags for the 08 Hayabusa unless them see a increase in emailed demand for the product. I contacted this company on 3 different occasions about this product. The first two contacts resulted in the usual "We are working on it and it should be out sometime in the summer of 08."

At the end of January 09, I contacted the company again to find out where they were on the 08 Beetle bags and I was informed that unless they saw in increase in demand for the product via email they have no plans within the near future to produce the hard shell bag due to costs.

So if you want to see this particular product made, you may want to start up a huge email campaign to get this Beetle bag made.

Richard · « **Reply #20 on:** February 08, 2009, 05:47:01 AM »

They're not going to be ready for a Spring trip, are they.

Guess I should have opted for a ZX-14 rather than a year end '08 Busa after all.

DarkAngel · « **Reply #21 on:** February 08, 2009, 11:25:25 AM »

Hey Richard,
If everyone starts sending emails stating that they desire to see a Corbin Beetle Bag/smugglers trunk for the 08/09 Hayabusa, they will probably be motivated to make that produce. Otherwise, it probably won't get produced according to the woman that I spoke to from Corbin's California office.

I'll be sending in my first email request to Corbin today. http://www.corbin.com/

DarkAngel · « **Reply #22 on:** February 08, 2009, 11:32:13 AM »

I just sent this email request to Corbin at their Product Request link.

(I'd like to see a Corbin Beetle Bags and smugglers trunk made for the 08/09 Hayabusa. I've been waiting to buy this product since you announced that these products would be available since the summer of 08. I assure you that I'm not the only Hayabusa rider who has been waiting for you guys to get the job done when it comes to providing quality produces. I purchased a smugglers trunk for my 04 Honda CBR1000 and got great responses from other Honda drivers who wanted to own this product. I have since sold that motorcycle to two other friends of mine (smugglers trunk included) and have opted to purchase a 08 Hayabusa. One of my main reasons for buying the 08 Hayabusa was that I intent to buy a smugglers trunk and beetle bags products based on my satisfaction with my past purchase of a smugglers trunk for my CBR1000 and viewing the pictures of the 07 Hayabusa having the smugglers trunk/beetle bags.

“If you build it, they will come.” You have a large and growing second-generation Hayabusa fan base/ridership that is willing to buy your product but, if you don’t they’ll go else where and at a cheaper cost. There is a member of my Hayabusa forum who has already purchased a GVI hard shell bags for his 08 Hayabusa and his pictures of these hard shell bags speaks volumes. That may convince other members to forgo waiting for you people to get with the program and go with a cheaper alternative.)

DarkAngel · « **Reply #23 on:** February 12, 2009, 01:50:45 AM »

This is reply/response I recieved from Mike Corbin today:

Dear Tiger Cat,
You are exactly correct and we do need to get to the new Bussa.
We are looking for one to borrow in exchange for a free set up.
The bike would have to be tied up in our design studio for a while.
Find us a doner near Hollister.
Kindest Regards, Mike

Can anyone respond to this request?

Richard · « **Reply #24 on:** February 12, 2009, 06:30:49 AM »

Quote from: DarkAngel on February 12, 2009, 01:50:45 AM

This is reply/response I recieved from Mike Corbin today:

Dear Tiger Cat,

We are looking for one to borrow in exchange for a free set up.

"I just called for an update, and here it is:

Corbin has an '08 Hayabusa owner lined up to borrow his bike, so they can engineer the bags. But they don't have time."

They've either had a donor lined up but no time or their problem is they need a donor. Something smells fishy.

Richard · « **Reply #25 on:** February 19, 2009, 09:57:37 AM »

Just e mailed in my request.

Richard · « **Reply #26 on:** February 19, 2009, 12:05:37 PM »

Got a fast reply.

Beetle Bags are on backburner until they can get in a customer's bike for a long period. Takes 6-8 weeks. Hopefully, by this coming Spring or, maybe Summer.

CorbinSaddles · « **Reply #27 on:** March 12, 2009, 05:42:05 PM »

Hi guys,

Name's Michael. I work in the IT department here at Corbin and lately we're getting into forums. Not just to find the good, but the bad and the really ugly as well. We plan on maintaining an online prescence wherever possible and through recent emails I got wind of suzukihayabusa.org.

Hopefully I'm not out of line by posting this and if an admin or mod wants to direct me otherwise I'm all eyes.

We are looking for a loaner bike anywhere near the Hollister, CA area. Unfortunately we're not in a position to go pick up the bike and bring it here, so the bike would have to be brought to our factory. The trade off is that while we'll keep your beast tamed for 6-8 weeks at most, you'll get the first set of bags for free.

We do have an open spot in R & D right now for this bike as soon as we can get one. Vince (main designer) is ready to start on a set of bags for the 2008-09 models. When we put out the front and rear seats for the 08, we planned on doing bags and possibly a smuggler trunk. Needless to say we couldn't hold onto the bike and were only able to get the seats finished. As it looks right now, we're still unsure about the smuggler trunk. FWIW, since we have a smuggler for the pre-08 busas, there's a good chance of one coming out for the new bikes. Right now though we're definitely searching for a bike so we can get the bags tooled up and into production. Should we get a bike by next Wednesday we'll start on Thursday - we're that eager to get this going.

If you're interested in loaning us your ride, shoot an email over to IT@corbin.com and we'll get in touch with you right away. Again, we do need the bike brought to us which isn't the most glorious of tasks but we know the bags will be worth it.

Many thanks for letting me post this here.

- Michael

Cookie · « **Reply #28 on:** March 13, 2009, 01:06:54 AM »

Welcome to the site, Michael. I am sure you are going to connect with a lot of people throughout the Hayabusa and sportbike community in general coming here! I'm sure I speak for everyone here that collectively we look forward to your development and eventual production of Corbin products aimed directly at the beloved "Busa" - a long awaited effort!

CorbinSaddles · « **Reply #29 on:** March 16, 2009, 05:33:33 PM »

Thanks Cookie - we're hoping to get one, if not two of them in here so we can nail paint matches and have a couple of molds going. If the emails we've received are any indication these bags will be huge.

Anyone with info on a loaner or whom might want to loan us their 08-09 busa can send an email here: it@corbin.com and put 08 Busa loaner in the subject line so we can get back to you asap. We'll need the bike here in our Hollister, CA factory (app. 1.5-2 hours south of San Francisco off 101).

Richard · « **Reply #30 on:** March 18, 2009, 10:24:17 AM »

Quote from: CorbinSaddles on March 16, 2009, 05:33:33 PM

If the emails we've received are any indication these bags will be huge.

"Huge"?

Clever design and efficient use of space with larger volume than the Beetle Bags for the '99-07, please.

Similar to what you accomplished for the Kawasaki ZX-14, please. Huge bags mounted far from the bike like pontoons on outriggers are already available from other manufacturers. Efficient, yes. The Corbins should offer efficiency with style to be competitive.

Cookie · « **Reply #31 on:** March 18, 2009, 12:07:24 PM »

I am pretty sure he means "huge" ,,, as having a HUGE reception! Not HUGE bags!

Richard · « **Reply #32 on:** March 18, 2009, 01:27:30 PM »

jkind, why is the turn signal relocator kit necessary?

It would appear the factory signals are quite visible.

Yngve · « **Reply #33 on:** March 18, 2009, 03:01:06 PM »

Fuck... Is that the space shuttle ?

NotSoMadRussian · « **Reply #34 on:** March 20, 2009, 04:22:34 PM »

Quote from: Richard on March 18, 2009, 01:27:30 PM

jkind, why is the turn signal relocator kit necessary?

It would appear the factory signals are quite visible.

For American market, those are fine, but in Europe, turn signals have to be seen from the side as well.
Bags would cover stock turn signals from the sides, so relocation is required (for Europe only)

truekingbusa · « **Reply #35 on:** April 19, 2009, 08:19:47 PM »

Don't worry guys...it's in the process of development

truekingbusa · « **Reply #36 on:** April 19, 2009, 08:20:16 PM »

uppsss here the link: http://corbin.com/suzuki/sgsx13r8bag.shtml

Richard · « **Reply #37 on:** April 21, 2009, 04:56:03 PM »

Corbin guys! Quick, before that goes too much further! Those OEM turn signal nacelles addons are going to run off many potential buyers.

Can you delete moving the turn signal nacelle to the outside of the bags as an add-on?

Please incorporate a smaller, more trim turn signal module. She's broad enough across the beam with useful bag volume.

Richard · « **Reply #38 on:** April 27, 2009, 08:06:04 AM »

Corbin replied to an e mail. They'd already decided to make it a bit sleeker than what you see in those pictures by incorporating the turn signal nacelles into the main body and using it for storage space.

unit176 · « **Reply #39 on:** June 19, 2009, 05:04:05 PM »

I foun these developmental updates online:

unit176 · « **Reply #40 on:** June 19, 2009, 05:04:56 PM »

Personaly I think the Corbin design fits the line of the bike realy well.

THINKER6200 · « **Reply #41 on:** June 19, 2009, 09:00:33 PM »

I had Corbins for my Gen 1. They were beautiful but pretty small. They are also not made to be removed very often. And last but not least, they are way toooooooooooo expenssive.

Richard · « **Reply #42 on:** July 01, 2009, 08:49:45 AM »

Corbin site updated:

23 liters per side

36 inches width

$1699

http://www.corbin.com/suzuki/sgsx13r8bag.shtml

News:

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