Tank bag ST1300

[ST2UP]

So looks as I may have company for the National Ride......so looking into tank bags, which bag have ppl had success with fitment to the 1300.....have gen 3 riser plate and wish to avoid bar/button issues.....need to order online as I don't have a bike shop with a number of bags to try on the tank before purchase.  Need to get this right the first time.

Cheers

Chris

[Malcolm6112]

I found a gen tank bag. It has two straps that secure in front of the tank. The flaps come down to the Honda wing on the side of the tank, they are held by magnets.
It comes in three parts.
The pad that stays on the tank.
A solid bag, which zips on the base, Then a smaller bag that zips on top of that.
I've used the smaller bag for GPS, phone and ipod.

It was quite cheap from the states. From memory it was under 300 inc post.

 

[Aj1300]

Chris, I got a tank bag from Aldi, and it only cost $80.00 I think, and it works very well, they bring them out for sale every now and then.

[Down Under]

I've had this expandible Motodry tank bag for about 5 yrs.  Can't kill it!  Strong magnets, doesn't scratch the tank and it has heaps of capacity with plenty of useful pockets.  I think I paid about $120.



Here's a link if your interested:

http://www.motonational.com.au/product_details.php?pid=1094

[Diesel]

I got the Oxford X30 Mag tank bag in black/silver for $119 - much better than this price - but here are the specs....



OXFORD X30 Tankbag

A sculpted Magnetic Tankbag to suit modern sports bikes and riders. A must-have piece of equipment, now with Sat Nav holder!

Product Features:

Expandable
Top map holder
Base also converts to map holder
Converts to backpack
Weather resistant electrical outlet
Super strong magnets
420D Ripstop Nylon Material
Grey/Red Inner Lining
Easy-Grab Pullers
Carry Handles & Straps
Self-Healing Zips
30L capacity
Luggage size (mm):
Length : 395
Width : 185
Height : 300

Available Colours:
 Black (OL120)
 Red (OL121)
 Blue (OL122)
 Anthracite (OL123)

Cheers, Diesel

PS - I use that no-slip rubber matting under the magnets on mine just to be double sure the tanks doesn't get marked as the mags are quite strong. Also - keep phones and camera SD cards away from the magnets too.

[ST2UP]

Thanks for the replies all.....Diesel do those bags come with the "automatic left turn warning device" ??? or will the horn / screen button miss??


cheers

Chris

[Diesel]

Thanks for the replies all.....Diesel do those bags come with the "automatic left turn warning device" ??? or will the horn / screen button miss??


cheers

Chris

Yeah mate - I have 'announced my presence' a few times - but the bag can be positioned where you like on the tank - or even worn as a back pack.

It zips out to be a 3 storey office block in height, or quite low when you are only taking a couple of things, or even zips down to be a flat pack clear, waterproof map holder at its lowest.

Tooting once every 700kms is a small price to pay for such convenience - and you may even get around that!

Here are some pics of it in various stages....






Hope this helps.

Cheers, Diesel

[Marcus]

It zips out to be a 3 storey office block in height, or quite low when you are only taking a couple of things, or even zips down to be a flat pack clear, waterproof map holder at its lowest.

Hahahahahahaha

[tj189]

I have gone for one of these on the new bike, mainly for the water storage and hopefully the comms and power gear

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/71/986/3414/ITEM/Rapid-Transit-Recon-19-Magnetic-Tank-Bag.aspx

[Malcolm6112]

As mentioned in previous posts, I bought a Honda tank bag. Thought I would share some photos. On a Blue ST of course.

The magnetic base. It also has two straps which secure in the front.


The bottom bag with rigid sides. Never used it.


The top bag attached.


With rain cover


How I normally use it. All top surfaces have a zipped pocket with a clear surface. Ideal for the ipod, gps and phone.


 

[ST2UP]

Thanks for posting Malcolm.....


Cheers

Chris