Nelson-Rigg Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack vs Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack

The main difference between the Nelson-Rigg Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack and the Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack is that the Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Waist strap) while the Time Zone Backpack does not.

Nelson-Rigg Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack Front View
Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Nelson-Rigg Alpinestars
Name Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack Time Zone Backpack
Category Motorcycle Sports
Sub Category Sports Motorcycle
Capacity (L) 40L 20L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 22 ‎11.81 x 13.78 x 0.71
Weight (lb) 1.5 2.1
Fabric UV Coated 24oz Tarpaulin PVC 100% Polyester 600D + TPE
Color Black/Grey Gray
Warranty Nelson-Rigg Lifetime Warranty Alpinestars 30 Days Warranty
Release Date March 18, 2019
Rating 4.6 5.0
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps Airmesh padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant 100% waterproof material
Zippers Heavy duty zippers with leather zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Roll-top closure
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
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" Separate laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Multiple internal organizer pockets
Travel Features Compression Straps Air purge valve makes for compression easy
Stowable Straps Removable sternum strap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel with airflow system Airmesh 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 Time Zone Backpack by Alpinestars.


Nelson-Rigg 's Hurricane 40L Motorcycle Backpack is a Motorcycle backpack with Sports features while Alpinestars's Time Zone 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 Time Zone Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of ‎11.81 x 13.78 x 0.71 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester 600D + TPE it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in Gray.