Hmmm that's interesting that there are some folks who think it would be alright. If I did it would not be in a saddle bag. It would be in this bag on my back.

As far as noise,y exhaust is stock and quiet up to 5k rpm an I can easily cruise on the highway under that.

My suspension is pretty stiff though. It's sprung for someone 50lbs heavier than me.

However, if I can avoid using my bike, and I am certain I will be able to, I will just for the sake of being extra careful.