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10-07-20, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by polymorphself

I’m looking to put one of these on my 86 Voyageur. Will likely go microfiber due to cost but I’m interested in experiences with both, particularly the difference in thickness and how they hold up. Cloth has always been my go to and don’t like too bulky of a look.

Thanks!

I have Adarga tape on my touring bike. Unlike Brooks tape, it is a single piece.

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