Kriega R25 Backpack - Overview

[@1990-t1j]

The best review of this backpack on the net.

[@VotoCycling]

Thank you kindly!

[@1990-t1j]

@@VotoCycling And what's more, last week I bought one.

[@VotoCycling]

@@1990-t1j oh, nice! Great choice!

[@RodeoRides]

From the future 2023 just got one excellent pack and review 👍🏻

[@terrabiker]

This review is superb , you covered EVERYTHING .... good job.

[@sadecegezmekolsun]

I have seen lots of other reviews here but yours is amazing. Thank you so much.

[@brianmartindale2221]

Thank you for a very complete review of the pack I am considering. The best review of this or any pack I have seen on the web.

[@VotoCycling]

Oh my gosh, thank you!!

[@DC-gy5jn]

I've been looking at this bag for a while now and ordered it today . Thanks for this in depth , close up and very comprehensive review , it helped a lot .

[@VotoCycling]

No problem at all. Glad the video helped. Thanks for stopping by!

[@bikerdash27]

. Thanks for the great review.

[@moudzy1446]

Fantastic review! I agree with everything you said. I have the R25, US10, and US20. I carried my R25 full of stuff for a 2 day trip stuff and have ridden almost 500 miles in one day on Kawasaki ZX6R. I was exhausted from the trip but no fatigue from carrying my backpack. Love the Kriega products. The only thing to add is on the Clip you mentioned on 14:13 of the video, the strap can be looped back into the clip and will be even more protected from flapping. Thanks again for your awesome review.

[@VotoCycling]

Thank you! I'm glad you pointed out about the strap towards the end of the review. I'm also glad you share your experiences with the backpack on here. Thanks so much!!

[@nicholascherry5962]

Yup you made my decision easy. I'm sitting here with a brand new R20 in my lap and I'm returning it for the R25. The size, double harness, extra shoulder and back padding make it an easy decision. Great video

[@VotoCycling]

Great to hear that this video helped you in your buying decision. The R25 is a great overall package. Hope you enjoy your new R25. Thanks for stopping by!

[@KidKobe210]

Thanks for the in depth review! I hope to be purchasing this R25 over the weekend.

[@VotoCycling]

+KidKobe210 You're welcome! You'll enjoy the R25 or just any Kriega products really. Happy riding!

[@ejcG59]

Great review! I just ordered this bag, so I could take my things to school with me! I’m excited to try it out!

[@VotoCycling]

That's awesome to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@app1mxh]

They make really nice stuff. i picked up r30

[@krayzieegg7294]

also the reason why i bought the bag.. its the strap mainly, quick tightening mech and the 3d mesh. i just wish ogio is the one who thought of this ideas but still im excited to receive it tomorrow and use it for riding and traveling

[@VotoCycling]

That's great to hear! I almost went with the Ogio system of backpack. But the Kriega strap system cannot be beat.

[@deflatable]

Great review. It really helped in deciding on which backpack to buy. I ended up purchasing the R25 and the Hydrapak. Thanks.

[@VotoCycling]

+deflatable No problem! How's the Hydrapak? I've been meaning to get one.

[@deflatable]

+VotoCycling I haven't used it while on my bike yet, however I used it while camping this weekend. The water stayed cold for 3 days in my backpack while in a cabin or car during 34c+ heat. The R25 backpack had more than enough clothes plus the Hydrapak so I'm impressed with both products. I'm hoping to get a lot of use out of them in the future. Cheers

[@VotoCycling]

deflatable Thanks for letting me know about the Hydrapak! That's great news that it kept your water cold for such a long time! I'll have to invest in one now. I must sell my other gear I don't use first. LOL Thank you!

[@motogeek3511]

Excellent review!! After watching the video I am buying one. I was undecided between the R20 and R25 but you already answered a question regarding this. It is expensive but seems to be worth it.

[@VotoCycling]

+MotoGeek Thank you for your kind words. I'm sure you'll be happy with your decision to buy a Kriega backpack. The R25 is such a solid choice. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@motogeek3511]

+VotoCycling Received the Kriega R25. Your review was spot on. Took out the bike for a couple of hours with the new backpack and the ride was a complete different experience. Love it! The backpack is in complete unison with my body.

[@VotoCycling]

MotoGeek Thank you! I'm glad you went with the R25, such a great buy (even though it's a little expensive). So worth it. I like the terms "complete unison". Thanks for your feedback and happy times with your new backpack! :)

[@DaMaX74]

Watching in 2019 wow 😂😂. Thanks for the great review, very informative. I already have the Kriega Urban messenger WP, the R8 waistpack and two US5 drypacks. Two weeks ago I purchased the R15. 'Cause I was looking for a smaller backpack to work and going in the city for errands. Also have an Aplinestars Charger, but looking for something smaller with a short length on the back. The R15 is very sufficient and with the US5 it holds 20 liters. Kriega packs are topnotch 👍🏼👌🏽. Still riding the Street R? Mines new from 2014 (matte black) and almost 50K kms on it. Love her so much. Ride safe fellow Stripler.

[@marklock1238]

Great and informative review 👍

[@VotoCycling]

Thank you! Glad it helped!

[@synonomike]

Absolutely awesome review mate 👍🏻 thank you.

[@VotoCycling]

No problem! Thanks for stopping by!

[@ratjaw75]

Great review. It's now on my short list of gear to buy.

[@VotoCycling]

ratjaw75 You're welcome. Yay, it's on the short list!! LOL

[@ronreiff3991]

Great review! Heading out to buy one now!!

[@VotoCycling]

That's awesome to hear!!! LOL So glad this can help.

[@DPham1]

Excellent and detailed review! Did you ever find out if it can fit a 15 inch laptop?

[@VotoCycling]

Unfortunately, the sleeve is too tight for a 15" laptop. You might get away with it if it's a very thing laptop 15" but I don't have one to try. Thanks for stopping by!

[@danilocapellan1316]

Thanks so much for this video, convinced, getting one tomorrow, at cycle gear. 🤗👍🏽

[@VotoCycling]

Wow! That's awesome. Hope you've been enjoying the backpack. Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

[@rodolfosabater7781]

What do you usually carry inside your backpack aside from your laptop? Clothes booze?

[@VotoCycling]

I usually carry work clothes, work shoes, my lunch and water bottle. Sometimes a laptop.

[@MrDeconnepas]

Great Review ! thanks :) wish Kriega was using available waterproof materials :( have you ever get cough on a heavy rain with your personal stuff in it ? how mush water resistant are we talking about ? thanks

[@VotoCycling]

+MrDeconnepas So, I do wish Kriega would use waterproof materials, but then it might not be as durable and the bag would definitely cost more. As for the water exposure, I've had it in rain and your items will get damped/wet in a downpour. However, Kriega does make a waterproof backpack -- the R30. It has a separate internal, detachable pouch that is fully waterproof. Check it out if keeping your stuff bone dry is your major concern. Thanks for watching!

[@alexandresimard4230]

Looking for a high quality backpack thanks for the great review! I'm in enduro stuff and have to bring a 5l of gaz for my 2stroke. Probably buy this one with hydratation pack but it bring tears to pay this price to get it in muddy and hard condition!

[@VotoCycling]

+Alexandre Simard Hi there! Honestly, it's worth it to pay the price. It's meant for muddy and hard conditions. All of Kriega products are solid for pretty much anything. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@istudy9]

Ha, thanks for the review. @ 6:30 I was looking to figure out where to place the waterpak! Thanks=]

[@VotoCycling]

Jose Gomez You're welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@jonnykustow8419]

Thank you so much for your generous review. The one question I have regards size. I am definitely buying a Kreiga but am undecided whether to go for a r25 or r20. Clearly the r25 gives an extra 5 litres of capacity so my question is perhaps an aesthetic one: does the r25 look or feel a little bulky when riding a motorbike. BTW I'm a 100Kg 5ft 11 man! Hope to hear from you, Jonathan

[@VotoCycling]

+Jonny Kustow Hi there! the Kriega R25 does NOT feel bulky on the bike at all and I'm a 5'1" woman! So you'll be just fine getting the R25. One note is that with the Kriega systems, whatever capacity backpack you get from them, they still feel light and secure once they're on your back because of their quad system. Aesthetically, the Tech Aero by A-Stars (23-liter capacity) will look a bit less bulky than the R25. But for a man of your height, I think you'll be ok. This vid shows how the Kriega R25 & A-Stars Tech Aero with gear on if you want compare. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4LFh4enq92Zeas

[@Pilledskin]

Hi, do you think it would be possible to strap something big like a tent pack or a sleeping mat to the pack with the expansion straps? I mean the ones with the buckles.

[@VotoCycling]

+Pulledskin Hello there. It really depends on how much stuff you put in the main compartment of the backpack. If you pack light (which I'm not sure why you would b/c then you can just put the sleeping mat/tent in it), then you can probably strap a small sleeping bag (carefully rolled up of course) or small tent to the backpack. The straps are meant to hold everything tight so that you have a better center of gravity. So if the main compartment is packed to the fullest, then there's no room for the straps to hold anything else. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching.

[@dr.doeslittle4957]

Already got one... Now if i could just get my damn bike rebuilt. Damn klr "doohickie" got me good.

[@VotoCycling]

Aw, I'm sorry to hear that! Hope the KLR is up and running by now!!! Thanks for stopping by! :)

[@IlIlIlllIlIlIllli]

I'm looking at the max28 kreiga. Is it comfortable for normal use like school?

[@VotoCycling]

You know, I've actually used this bag to hike through the city of Chicago for 10 hours. I would imagine the Max 28 would be comfortable for school as long as it has the same strap system as the R35.

[@IlIlIlllIlIlIllli]

@@VotoCycling I’ve bought it I find it uncomfortable weight wise. It just feels like a normal backpack but heavy in the shoulders. I’ve tried the adjustments but still feels the same. The hip straps does work is that the problem, is the hip strap required?

[@MaxRay16]

Would it be good for road use and signle track woods and Enduro trails and racing to keep tools, food, and etc?

[@VotoCycling]

From my experience, this backpack is great for road use since I commute to and from work everyday with this backpack. As for woods and trails, Kriega actually makes their backpacks for such applications. The R25 sits so snug on your body that it should work just fine on Enduro trails. As for the wood tracks, if the track is too narrow maybe you should look at the R20 since it's a smaller/slimmer backpack. But honestly, if you use the compression straps on the R25, you can get it as slim as the R20 (when the R20 is fully packed), so it'll work just fine in wood tracks. Hope this helps.

[@barryswedeen6453]

Do you think this would work well for bicycle commuting? I have an e-bike with an upright riding position.

[@VotoCycling]

This should work fine with your e-bike. It honestly wears just fine as a regular backpack without any motorcycle gear. The back can get a little warm due to its padded thickness.

[@barryswedeen6453]

@@VotoCycling Thanks. Does the mesh gap on the pack's backside fail to provide adequate airflow to keep one's back from sweating?

[@VotoCycling]

@@barryswedeen6453, the mesh in the back does provide adequate airflow. However, during 90+ hot days, you will still be hot and sweaty.

[@TheAiveetuason]

Hi I just want to ask. How do You Adjust the Straps? Thanks

[@VotoCycling]

It's hard to explain, so I will do a video about this and post it some time this week for you. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@VotoCycling]

Here's a video how I adjust the straps on the Kriega R25: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6e5aKd4iqiXmqs Hope this helps and thanks for stopping by!

[@darkknight17]

Hi mate, awesome review! Can I please ask, is this rucksack okay for a 17" laptop? Would it be safe, secure and waterproof if you get caught in the rain when riding?

[@VotoCycling]

Hello there! A 17" laptop will not fit in this bag, it's a little small for that. I can't speak for safety, but I'd recommend getting a back protector for your jacket or backpack (this bag has a separate compartment for a back protector) whether you carry a laptop or not. This backpack is NOT waterproof, it's water resistant but it'll leak water in a downpour. For a 100% waterproof option, look at the R30. Lastly, if you don't use the dedicated sleeve for the laptop, you can fit the 17" in the main compartment but it won't be secure at that point. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching. :)

[@motogeek3511]

Can you please comment on the Kriega US-10 Drypack?

[@VotoCycling]

+MotoGeek Sure, since I'm not exactly sure what specific info you want on the the US-10 Drypack, I'll just give you an overview about it. It's made of the same high quality material as all of the other products in the Kriega line up. It can fit a small-large size hoodie if folded properly. It's a basically a giant waterproof pouch so there is no compartmentalization with this drypack. It's a fairly medium size bag so it'll pretty much attach to any of the Kriega products as long as they have the nylon loops for the metal hooks. For example, it can attach to the Kriega backpacks or the US-20, US-30 Drypacks. Very versatile system. Hope this helps.

[@goldfever4570]

Hi Hien! Do you prefer the R25 or R35? I would guess the 25 fits you slightly better? I'm in a slightly frustrating position: - I know I want Kriega, I have the US-20 and it's fantastic - I want the clasp system on the R25, it looks less fiddly than the zip on the R35. - But, I want the pockets that are on the front of the R35 - I want the waterproofing that the R30 has - But, the R30 is unbearably ugly compared to the other two bags Can't make a decision! It seems like I'm best off with the R25 and one of the new waterproof liners that Kriega sell along with the kube front pocket. ($$$)

[@VotoCycling]

+Hawkeye Rides Hi there! I definitely prefer the R25 over the R35. It sounds like you have a really tough decision! I don't if I'm of any help but I think your best option is to get an R25 AND an R30 with a Kube. LOL I know, it's a lot of money. OR! You could just get the R25 with a Kube first and see how you like it before you invest in waterproof materials. Whatever you decide, I wish you the best and thanks for watching. :)

[@piavo]

Hey, I've been trying to choose between R25 and R30. I like the R25 more, but the thing is that atleast once a month im going to ride 200km. With me atleast sometimes im going to have: 15'' laptop (a bit thicker than macbook) and its charger, ipad, jeans, t-shirt and other clothes for 2 days, maybe DLSR and other stuff if still fits. If it rains i could always put the electronics in a plastic bag, so in theory the R25 not being waterproof isnt a problem. I was just wondering if its possible to begin with fitting all these in R25?

[@VotoCycling]

So, a couple of things. Kriega does make a waterproof pouch for the R25 so it will make the R25 complete. However, the R25 will NOT fit all of the things you mentioned above for your 200km, 2-day trip. It would be better if you got with the R30 since you can cinch it down to almost 15-20 liter when not fully packed. The R30 is pretty versatile and I like the straps on the R30 because its identical to the R25. It's abyss of a rucksack but it will cinch down pretty small. And, it's already waterproof. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@dr.doeslittle4957]

piavo you can also add r10s to the sides if you have to along with other pouches.

[@jasoncraddock9427]

VotoCycling lp

[@casualrascal6889]

Thank you for such in-depth overviews of both the R25 & R35. You've earned Kriega yet another new customer =) One quick question: Will your boots (from the R35 video) fit in the R25? Edit: One more quick question: Will the small chest pockets on the R35 hold an average smartphone?

[@VotoCycling]

Hello there. The adventure boots will fit in the Kriega R25, except it will be very tight and you won't be able to fit anything else in the bag. As for the small chest pockets, they don't have enough give to fit an average smartphone size of 6-inch screen size or higher. You may get away with 5" screen size or smaller. It would require a bit of work to fit the cell phone in those pockets and the pockets are not waterproof. Hope this helps and you are very welcome. :)

[@casualrascal6889]

It helped perfectly. Thanks. =) I couldn't decide between the R25, R30, or the R35: I preferred the sizes of the 30 and 35, over the 25. I preferred the looks of the 25 and 35, over the 30. I preferred the fastening system of the 25 and 30, over the 35's. And I preferred the waterproofing of the 30, but not it's roll-top opening. Thanks to your help, I'm going to go for an R25: If it can fit my own adventure boots, then it should be perfectly sized for my needs. If I really need waterproofing, I can just chuck the contents into a waterproof liner, then put that in the bag. If I'd like a pocket on the front, I can buy myself a Kriega Kube Pocket. ... really, for me, it's the best compromise on functionality and aesthetics. Thanks for helping me to decide what to buy. Kriega should really pay you some commission. TCARS, - Rascal

[@VotoCycling]

Excellent analysis and decision! I've told someone of my fellow riders this before and I'm going to go on record and say it here. The R25 is hands down my favorite motorcycle backpack to date. With the available accessories from Kriega now (waterproof liner, Kube pocket), you can't go wrong.

[@chocobizoo]

Do you know if it's possible to fit a 17 inch laptop in this bag?

[@VotoCycling]

If you're going use the inside pocket (meant for hydration pack originally), it will be too tight for a 17-inch laptop. However, if you just throw the laptop in the main compartment and put soft materials around it, it'll fit. Keep in mind though that the laptop will be sloshing around and it might not be as comfortable to wear (just use the compressions on the backpack to solve this problem). If you need something bigger, I'd recommend you looking to the R35 if you're going to be carrying your laptop around a lot. If it's only occasional, getting the R25 would be just fine if you use the main compartment to hold your laptop. Hope this helps!

[@chocobizoo]

It does. Thanks!

[@RobbieDobbiesWorld]

Thanks for the video very informative

[@VotoCycling]

Robert Trujillo You're welcome!

[@RodiGKaya]

great review- sold it to me

[@VotoCycling]

Thank you! :)

[@scottdilemma655]

I LIKE YOUR REVIEWS !!!!! May I ask you for your opinion? R25 or R35 ? I do not care for the roll top of the R30 to be honest. I prefer the look of the front locking system of the R25 and the Biggest thing I need to carry is a full helmet. I am 6'4" 240 lbs if that matters. Thank You VotoCycling

[@VotoCycling]

Hello there! Given your metrics and needs, I would suggest going with the R35. The R35 can fit a full face helmet comfortably with a few smaller items. The R30 has a roll top due to waterproofing, BUT, you can get a waterproof liner for the R35 so it'll solve that problem. :) The link to the waterproof liner for the R35 is below. Hope this helps and thank you for watching! www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/kriega-waterproof-pack-liner

[@sniper816]

Is it gona fit with a speed hump on my jacket ?

[@VotoCycling]

sniper816 Most Kreiga backpacks are meant to sit close to your shoulders (raising the straps 1" above the shoulders), therefore they will sit very snug to where the speed hump on your jacket would be. This will make it difficult to wear the backpack. I notice that most riders who wear jackets with speed humps usually don't wear backpacks...probably for this reason. Hope this helps!

[@AkDeluxeRider]

Looked good but only fitting a helmet in there it's too small for me. I'm happy with my Maxpedition Vulture II

[@VotoCycling]

That's a very good point. The R25 is really best for around town, not for weekend trip. For longer trips, I'd take the R30 or R35. The Maxpedition looks like one solid backpack. :)

[@miketan1781]

Thank you for such a thorough review on the R25 its the best review on this product that I have found. Would you choose this over the R22?

[@porshenn]

Sold! :)))

[@VotoCycling]

Haha, that's awesome!

[@Paul-dz7xi]

SOLD!

[@VotoCycling]

Sweet! I'm glad.

[@Paul-dz7xi]

VotoCycling Putting the helmet in there did it for me.

[@VotoCycling]

NICE! Nothing like your backpack being able to fit a helmet. :)