Nelson-Rigg Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack vs Alpinestars Defcon Backpack

The main difference between the Nelson-Rigg Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack and the Alpinestars Defcon Backpack is that the Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Defcon Backpack does not.

Nelson-Rigg Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack Front View
Alpinestars Defcon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Nelson-Rigg Alpinestars
Name Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack Defcon Backpack
Category Motorcycle Sports
Sub Category Sports Motorcycle
Capacity (L) 40L 13.5L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 22 13.78 x 19.69 x 21.65
Weight (lb) 1.5 1.0
Fabric UV Coated 24oz Tarpaulin PVC 100% Polyester 600D + TPE
Color Black/Grey Black
Warranty Nelson-Rigg Lifetime Warranty Alpinestars 30 Days Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.5
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant 100% waterproof material
Main Compartment Access Roll-top closure Normal zipped access
External Pockets Integrated front pocket to hold optional hydration bladder,1 zipped front pocket, and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal laptop sleeve and inner organizer pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top webbing handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Removable molle panel, bungee storage system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve firs up to 15" Laptop sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front zipped pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps Air purge valve makes for compression easy
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel with airflow system Padded back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective webbing
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack by Nelson-Rigg against the Defcon Backpack by Alpinestars .


Nelson-Rigg 's Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack is a Motorcycle backpack with Sports features while Alpinestars 's Defcon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Motorcycle features.

The Nelson-Rigg Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 1.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.5 x 9 x 22. It's made of UV Coated 24oz Tarpaulin PVC and is available in Black/Grey in comparison the Alpinestars Defcon Backpack's capacity is 13.5L with a size of 13.78 x 19.69 x 21.65 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester 600D + TPE it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in Black.