Tank bag that's not too fugly

[the_Journeyman]

I have clip-ons below the triple and my chest nearly touches the bag.  It's close enough for me to rest against when I'm on the slab without really moving.  Not sure what size mine is.

JM

[mxwinky]

Nice strap positioning in the back.  Any chance of getting pics of the front and an overall view of the bag installed?  Thanks for all the input guys!

[the_Journeyman]

I can once I get home, bike & tankbag are here with me, camera is at home ~

JM

[the_Journeyman]

Here's some shots:


Detail where I ran the front strap:






General shots








Hope this helps!

JM

[mxwinky]

That looks like the perfect solution, great size and good fit.  The pics are perfect.  Thanks so much for your help.  I'll see if I can get one pronto.  I take it you haven't had any strap chafing issues?

[the_Journeyman]

Not that I've noticed.  If you pay attention when you're running the rear strap around the frame, you can keep it clear of the edges of the seat braces and such which could damage the strap with a corner.  Mine came with a rain cover that seems to work.  It's never sat in the rain with the cover on it, but I did ride for about 30 minutes with the cover on and the bag stayed dry ~

JM

[stopintime]

I will be using mine for touring and I think I'll go for the 18 liter. From your pictures it seems like there is plenty of space. It comes with the rain cover integrated and cool features like a shield cover, safety tether strap and hydration bladder - none of which I'll ever use, but I like the little, smart things.

Thanks for sharing - great community spirit wt:



EDIT: forget I mentioned the 18 liter - only magnetic version - now for the 21 liter :e:v

[the_Journeyman]

I would think any of the larger sizes would be fine if you don't have under-tree clip-ons.  Excellent bag, magnet or strap.  I went strap because I carry a digital camera in it on a regular basis.  Wasn't sure of magnetic interference with the camera or card ~

JM

[dropstharockalot]

The cortech looks sharp... thanks for the pics and info.

Anyone have any experience with the Icon Urban?  I've had good experiences with Icon boots and gloves, but haven't tried any of their luggage.  The shop down the street is closing out their Icon line and is cutting deals...

Thanks in advance.

[gnostic203]

Check this out.

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productlist/451/

I don't have a pic but I've been using the Vina model for years and love it.  They give you a plastic ring that goes around your gas cap, the bag clips directly to the ring and never touches your bike.  Best tank bag ever.  After riding on a long camping trip and seeing the damage caused by my strap on bag I'll never use another.

[DoubleEagle]

I don't know how this is going to work yet but after I heal up and get back in the saddle I'm going to try taking these 2 smaller carry bags that look like you could put a Thermos in each one and run the belt the I wear with my leathers and put them behind me so they will be belted to me and they shoud lay on the seat. Hopefully it will work and I can carry a bottle of water and my wallet and a few other necessary items .

[the_Journeyman]

Check this out.

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productlist/451/

I don't have a pic but I've been using the Vina model for years and love it.  They give you a plastic ring that goes around your gas cap, the bag clips directly to the ring and never touches your bike.  Best tank bag ever.  After riding on a long camping trip and seeing the damage caused by my strap on bag I'll never use another.

I have a friend who is very anti-tankbag.  He bought one that attaches like that for his Daytona and loves it.  It's made many long distance ridees.  His was the Luggage Locker brand.  Link is below ~

http://www.luggagelocker.com/tank-locker.htm

JM

[DoubleEagle]

Biggest problem I have with a tank bag is when I lean in a corner the bag has a tendency to slide toward the inside of the corner because of the heavy water bottle that lies on top of everything else that is packed into the little bag. That is with the bag that is attached like the one above with 2 bar straps and one bottom strap clipped together.

[the_Journeyman]

Mine strapped as you say has never moved, even with a water bottle & DSLR camera in it.  Maybe you're just not pulling the straps tight enough ~

JM

[Jnaids07]

I just bought the cortech sportmaster super 14 tank bag.  I love it and it looks awesome just like all of the rest of their products http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/71/1556/ITEM/Tour-Master-Super-14-Tank-Bag.aspx

As did I as well.  Great Bag, no major complaints. Not quite as big as I would have liked, but a good compromise between storage and comfort.  I dont think I would want anything much bigger over tank.