jpooch00
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posted November 07, 2009 02:53 AM
Corbin hard bag info?
I've been trying to get some info from Corbin as to when they might be able to color match a set of their hard bags to the 2010 SE colors and they never answer my emails. Considering what they get for this product, I would think that they'd be eager to send me some info - or at least acknowledge the receipt of my inquiry.
Anybody out there have any experience with these bags or the company in general?
Thanks in advance for any info, it is very much appreciated. .
  
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madkawboy
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posted November 07, 2009 09:51 AM
I work at a dealership and I have to deal with Corbin a few times a month. Their customer service and quality is doing down hill QUICK ! I hope they get back to you but don't hold your breath.
- Zack
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posted November 07, 2009 10:16 AM
 Edited By: Flame On on 7 Nov 2009 22:09
I like the seat the Corbin hard bags are too pricey and they are only good if you keep duel exhaust.
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madkawboy
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posted November 07, 2009 10:52 AM
Here is a picture of the hard bags with Muzzy slip on's
http://www.corbin.com/kawasaki/kzx14bag.shtml
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INTIMIDA2OR
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posted November 07, 2009 12:11 PM
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Here is a picture of the hard bags with Muzzy slip on's
http://www.corbin.com/kawasaki/kzx14bag.shtml
Mmm Corbin hardbags 
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SteveWFL
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posted November 07, 2009 12:38 PM
the beanie bag luggage on the ZX14 Corbin offers looks like asshat. Also the company has been in financial ruins and they haven't been able to find anyone that wants the business. Be careful dealing with that outfit.
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One of the largest aftermarket parts manufacturers, Corbin Pacific (known best for its Corbin seats line) is up for sale. On the chopping block since early this year, the California based company has been unable to find a buyer.
Investment bankers are asking $11.5 million for the company, which has offices in both California and Florida. With over $14 million in revenue for 2008, that puts the asking price around the industry standard .8 multiple. Corbin’s net income in 2008 was $1.9 million, which puts operating margins around 13%. If you’ve got a pention for cutting fat, and a $3 million down payment, you too could own your very own seat manufacturer.
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INTIMIDA2OR
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posted November 07, 2009 01:39 PM
That's sad news from a company that makes my ass feel comfortable on my bikes 
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posted November 07, 2009 02:08 PM
http://www.corbin.com/kawasaki/kzx14bag.shtml
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jpooch00
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posted November 07, 2009 03:58 PM
quote:
I work at a dealership and I have to deal with Corbin a few times a month. Their customer service and quality is doing down hill QUICK ! I hope they get back to you but don't hold your breath.
- Zack
Well, screw 'em then. If their customer service and quality is in the crapper, then I don't want anything to do with them.
Thanks for the info, it probably saved me a big hassle.
Ride safe,
John
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laverda1200
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posted November 27, 2009 09:59 PM
try GIVI V35 hard bags, work really well on my 08 ZX 14, and less than half the price asked by Corbin....
Paul
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Ozonkiller
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posted December 01, 2009 06:54 PM
Corbin has sucked since the 80's.
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SteveWFL
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posted December 01, 2009 07:30 PM
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Corbin has sucked since the 80's.
why they're headed down the bankruptcy road
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posted December 02, 2009 12:13 PM
Wasn't there a member here that had a red 14 with the corbin hard bags?
He used to post a lot around here and had a pic of the bike with bags in his avatar.
What eve rhappened to him?
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Bad in Black
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posted December 02, 2009 06:04 PM
I've heard nothing but bad about Corbin customer service.......I'd stay far far away from those guys 
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posted December 02, 2009 07:40 PM
I have bought 3 seats from them in the past and had no issues at all. love there seats
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posted December 02, 2009 07:47 PM
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I have bought 3 seats from them in the past and had no issues at all. love there seats
+1 love their seats! Got one on my 14 and one on my CB1100F 
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posted December 02, 2009 07:54 PM
Had one on my first 14 and could ride all day with it! did 2400 miles in 4 days
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3Boysand3Bikes
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posted December 02, 2009 08:50 PM
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Wasn't there a member here that had a red 14 with the corbin hard bags?
He used to post a lot around here and had a pic of the bike with bags in his avatar.
What eve rhappened to him?
I was thinking that too...
I can't think of his name either. He had the tall middle bag too, just behind and above the rear seat. He kept the dual exhaust and did a lot of riding. If I remember correctly he got a hard time from just a couple people but he was pretty quiet. If someone uses the search on here I know that he did start a thread about his 14 with hard bags. (luggage key word?) He was from Iowa or Ohio... Midwest I think. You are right the bike was red. That was in '06.
I have seen a couple of 14s run through with the hard bags and going past it looks fine. I suppose anyone can find something wrong or ugly about them but they look C14ish if you just glance... (not mistake them as a c14, but the looks are acceptable.)
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3Boysand3Bikes
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posted December 02, 2009 09:19 PM
And where is tostito??? I forgot his name... Last I heard he bought a cruiser and didn't return... tosada or something like that. Ha... the times we had with him.........
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SteveWFL
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posted December 02, 2009 10:32 PM
their "seats" may be the bomb-diggity, but their ZX14 hard bags look like total asshat!
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posted December 03, 2009 12:45 AM
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And where is tostito??? I forgot his name... Last I heard he bought a cruiser and didn't return... tosada or something like that. Ha... the times we had with him.........
Tostito!? Damn I almost forgot about that guy! Lmao! Last I heard he crashed his 14 sold it and wanted another 14 but wanted to learn how to ride before he got another.
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posted December 03, 2009 12:47 AM
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their "seats" may be the bomb-diggity, but their ZX14 hard bags look like total asshat!
Oh yeah that's what happened to that guy what's his name with the red 14 and corbin bags...
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Old Guy
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posted December 03, 2009 11:24 AM
I'd love to have those bags.
Think they are perfect for my Red 06.
But, $1,800 + questionable build quality combined with horrid customer service?
I'll just buy the 2010 Connie and keep the 14 for twisties etc.
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posted December 03, 2009 11:31 AM
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I'd love to have those bags.
Think they are perfect for my Red 06.
But, $1,800 + questionable build quality combined with horrid customer service?
I'll just buy the 2010 Connie and keep the 14 for twisties etc.
There's nothing like being able to ask yourself , hmm what bike shall I ride today ?
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posted December 03, 2009 01:18 PM
Edited By: Flame On on 3 Dec 2009 21:19
I think there was only one guy on this site that bought those expensive corbin hard bags. They should have made a more basic cheaper verson
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