Tank Bag suggestions

jsaul53 · Post by **jsaul53** » Sun Mar 22, 2015 12:11 pm

I already have my gps mounting coming off the mcl stem nut. I would like to add a tank bag for ease of access to the little things you need readily accessible on iron butt rides, phone, maps, Tylenol, with a secure place to keep receipts in a water proof setup. I hope to not have to alter where my gps so not looking for a backpack size tank bag.

I have seen where some riders even put their camelbak hydration systems in the bigger ones. I know I might get a wide range of feedback here so looking for those that have been there and done that before. I stopped by a local dealer this last week and the small one they had my iphone6 plus would not fit in the place designed for a phone.

El Toro Joe · Post by **El Toro Joe** » Sun Mar 22, 2015 12:43 pm

I've had a Cortech 21 liter magnetic tank bag (discontinued) for the past 7 years, and it has served me well. I just picked up a Cortech 12 liter magnetic tank bag, for when I don't need the large size of the 21 liter bag.

HotRodZilla · Post by **HotRodZilla** » Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:32 pm

I have a Cortech Super 2.0l I think. It's small, but deep, and I love it. If I'm on a local rural ride, I keep my Glock 27 in a holster and a 15 round magazine in there. I keep my phone there and used to put my wallet inside. Got a smaller wallet, so sometimes, I put my work phone there. There's a clear top for notes and a small front pocket for chapstick, gum, receipts, beer openers etc. I also keep pens and paper in there. The magnets are great.

I could carry more shit in there, but why? I haven't had the need. The bag is small enough that I just take it into restaurants with me. Hell, if I'm not packed, I'll throw it in my side case.

I love this bag.

kieefjr · Post by **kieefjr** » Sun Mar 22, 2015 9:11 pm

I've got a factory bag which is really nice but would interfere with the stem mount. I also have a Cortech too, not sure which model, may be a 21 too but it's good for small stuff and low.

Ought to the plenty of options out there but I wouldn't go too small and get one thats expanable.

ts3doug · Post by **ts3doug** » Sun Mar 22, 2015 10:48 pm

I have a bagster that came with the bike when I bought it used. It's pretty nice, could use a rain cover though.

Queensland Ken · Post by **Queensland Ken** » Mon Mar 23, 2015 5:09 am

I just ordered a Yamaha Touring Tank Bag today.
I'm giving the Oxford magnetic bag a miss now.

FeeJeR Fred · Post by **FeeJeR Fred** » Mon Mar 23, 2015 5:30 pm

I have a Bags Connection City Evo tank bag.

It is one of the bags that snaps onto a pre-installed tank ring, which makes it very secure, but quick on and off for refueling or at the end of the day. The City Evo is a pretty big bag and is shaped, so it hangs down in the back, so you need to provide a little protection n the tanks or you'll get some scuffing there. The good thing is that even though it is big it is not all that wide, so it doesn't foul the handlebar switch gear.

I always have the tank bag mounted on my bike(s) whenever I ride it, as it also has my electronic equipment in it (sound system / intercom, RD on top, and power for GPS, phone charging, etc). In fact, I bought the (cheap) extra tank rings for my two other bikes (Vstrom and VFR800) so I can just transfer the same tank bag to any of the three. That softens the blow of the price a little, which will run up to almost $200 for the whole setup.

I've also heard good things about the Givi Tank Lock bags.

smithpa68 · Post by **smithpa68** » Tue Apr 14, 2015 4:59 pm

I Second the EVO. A bit pricy but real nice. I really like mine. So far I haven't seen any scuffing in about 5k miles. But I guess protection is a good idea.

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jsaul53 · Post by **jsaul53** » Tue Apr 14, 2015 5:20 pm

I have been contemplating a bag to put on the rear seat versus tank bag as an option since my distance rides rarely have a passenger on board.

El Toro Joe · Post by **El Toro Joe** » Wed Apr 15, 2015 9:43 am

There's a great deal in the other sandbox, for a Large Givi tank bag...

http://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.ph ... try1223084

Mattthehoople · Post by **Mattthehoople** » Tue Apr 21, 2015 4:05 pm

I went with Motostorm.IT, and a Givi XS308.

I don't have deep pockets for some of the fancier models. I also picked up a MASSIVE 80l tail drybag so I'm good for my fall ride.

Motostorm.it is my first stop from now on. I'm going to pick a new helmet and some new boots.

Queensland Ken · Post by **Queensland Ken** » Wed Apr 22, 2015 8:01 pm

Just an update on the Yamaha Touring Tank bag.

There are definitely better bags around.
It is very good collecting and storing water, even with the rain cover.
The cover is hopeless and tends to "parachute" off the bag.
The tank bag also tends to slide around on it's base, had to use anti-slip material to stop it happening.

It will be fine for what I use it for, once or twice a year.

HotRodZilla · Post by **HotRodZilla** » Thu Apr 23, 2015 1:05 am

Sadly, Ken, you're not the first to say that. I honestly don't know anyone who was thrilled with that bag. Weird how a company can FUBAR something so badly.

bungie4 · Post by **bungie4** » Sun Apr 26, 2015 11:03 am

Ken speaks the truth. I've 'put up' with my yammie bag. Installed a Helibridge yesterday, now the bars hit the bag big time. Hell, they almost hit the bag pointing straight!

So.. I'm shopping now..

jsaul53 · Post by **jsaul53** » Sun May 03, 2015 12:18 am

I went with the Cortech 2.0 18L bag. i will update after my trip in 18 days.

jsaul53 · Post by **jsaul53** » Sun May 31, 2015 6:53 pm

Just returned from 5000 mile trip and tank bag was handy for 2 reasons collecting receipts for iba and hydration pack. I have used the camelbak back pack before and did not care for the extra weight on my shoulders. I went with the coretech 2l magnetic bag. I did have to put the rain cover on for most of my return trip but have to say did not really have any problems with it. I normally do not care for anything on the tank but for this ride it came in handy.

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