Rear crash/tipover bars?

[Grumpy Goat]

A lid costs $360.
Since we're talking about parking lot tip overs a scratched lid can probably be professionally painted for under $200.

Agree. The lids are pretty tough and a competent body shop can do a nice job fixing scrapes. The rubber pannier pads are a great idea and I agree that it is a shame that it is not offered for our panniers.