Pughy
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What is the black cover for on my panniers to the left of the main catch?
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iand46
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A vent
It holds the special "helmet scratching bolt" in place...
To expand (sic) ...
... on a previous answer; early versions of these panniers were found to be difficult to open at high altitude due to unequal air pressure. Consequently BMW developed an air valve with a rubber cover to allow air out but prevent water getting in
... on a previous answer; early versions of these panniers were found to be difficult to open at high altitude due to unequal air pressure. Consequently BMW developed an air valve with a rubber cover to allow air out but prevent water getting in
iand46
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To release pressure when they get hot & to stop a vacuum creating when they cool down.
Pughy
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degsey
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youre not wrong
Roymondo
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I ground off the pointed tip on mine.
More importantly Pughy, are they still serving free roast potatoes and gravy on the bar in the Galleon by the waterfront on Sunday lunchtimes? 
Pughy
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Very importantly, last I checked Steve, yes they are! Although I am more a Friday night man .......
More importantly Pughy, are they still serving free roast potatoes and gravy on the bar in the Galleon by the waterfront on Sunday lunchtimes?
Very importantly, last I checked Steve, yes they are! Although I am more a Friday night man .......
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