While allowing important airflow the timing belt cover filter appears to allow water to easily pass. In an effort to reduce this occurrence, especially if crossing a shallow stream, I sprayed the filter foam with Never Wet Fabric Waterproofing Spray.
Time will tell if it works for...
Is there a trick you use to prevent the side cases from fading in the sun? After a season of use, they start fading to gray, and I'm wondering if anyone tried solutions like fabric protectors, etc.
Similarly, has anyone tried options like nikwax to make the bags more water resistant? I'm...