GSA pannier mountings query

[Roymondo]

Just a quickie - I've got the pannier mountings etc off while I apply a bit of paint to the frame tubes. Noticed that the LH 'T' shaped clamp (the bit that clamps to the pillion footrest hanger) appears slightly bent - i.e. It's not a true 90 degree T like the RH one. Is it meant to be like that? I'm assuming it's because of the kick in the pannier mount to accommodate the exhaust, but can someone confirm?

 

[MWH]

Mines at an angle so it appears they are meant to be that way

 

[RoyF]

Yep, same here, as you say, it's because the lower part of the pannier frame on the LHS is further from the bike to clear the exhaust.

 

[Roymondo]

Thanks both - I was a bit concerned as I had a lot of new parts fitted on the LHS (including the pannier mounts) after being knocked off my bike in March. For a moment I thought it might be a sign of further damage/misalignment. All back together now anyway