Brompton Pannier bag

[V4281051]

I have an S type Brompton with 2 front pannier bags..the normal S type and a Carradice one from about 12 years ago..
In the Brompton booklet it states only the S bag is suitable for the S bike..But my Carradice bag fits well..it is about an inch taller than the S bag..and about an inch off the steerer tube..It doesn't interfere with the steering in any way I can see..
So..Is it safe?

[LWaB]

It is fine as long as you don't overfill the bigger bag, so that the brake levers can hit the bag.

[Cunobelin]

It is fine as long as you don't overfill the bigger bag, so that the brake levers can hit the bag.

Which is exactly the point... the S is a shorter stem and the bars also give less clearance.

All bags will fit - just make sure they don't interfere with the turn.