Tank Bag Recommendation
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I can't say how it rates against others but I can say the Nelson Rigg CL350 works very well for me. Meets your stated requirements and seems very well made. No complaints at all. The magnets are very strong!
Willie
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I havent had a problem with it per se...however it seems to lost it's shape. While traveling I leave it unzipped so that I can grab my camera out the main compartment and take a picture while moving. Being unzipped the sides tend to flop around. Where the magnets are located the cloth that is there to protect the tank has worn thru the first layer. I wrote Cortech about the problem and never got a response. On the Connie (C10) this bag works fine, not interferring with the handle bars, it interfers a tad on the FJR when trying to do a slow U turn or using the full swing of the handle bars. Of course I have stuff in the side pockets on the Cortech.
The Rapid one I got seems to be narrower, but like I said I just got it and I am sure I will find something I don't like. The price was a heck of alot cheaper than the Cortech 21
Willie
RenoJohn
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LOL, we've got a shitload of good oil choices, that are all about the same ...but a Tankbag, man-0-man, that is something that only a few of the manuf's have figured out........I will say the RKA is a quality unit.This is almost as much fun as an oil thread
Hey Puppy, here is a customer service story for ya: Three days ago I called RKA to order a new map holder. Mine was brittle from years of sun and miles. My particular style has been discontinued. What did RKA do? They charged me a paltry 20bucks, including shipping, custom fabricated the item for me ..and today it was waiting in my mailbox when I got home.'.,..and when you're ready to do it right:
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These folks not only do a wonderful job, they support their product beyond belief. I've got a bag with well over 100Kmiles on it ....it needed a new clear map pocket, the part I need they no longer make. Instead of trying to sell me a new bag, they are making a custom map holder for me ....and charging me 20bucks including shipping. These folks rock. I've had a lot of tank bags over the years, I doubt I'll be buying anything but RKA from now on.
Gunny on the RKA tank bag. I have an "ancient" RKA tank bag and it is still going strong and one of their new 20 liter seat bags. The quality is top notch and so is their service! Plus, I don't know if it would matter to you, but it does to me that they are made right here in the U.S.A !
I'd like to know how many manuf's would do that? I dare say none. These folks don't expect your business, instead they EARN your business.
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Andyman
Active member
Wow!!! I didn't expect this many responses this soon. And some of these I hadn't heard of yet. Man I love the people on this site!!!! Thanks Guys.....
rsjb41
Well-known member
I also have the CL300. Have had on a VFR800 and now on my FJR...great bag at a really good price.
mferriter
Occasionally trying to get work done
I also have one of these without the power option. I like the fact that it's not touching the paint.
I also have one of these:
https://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/1859/114/
for sale (I know, I know I'll post it in the proper place). Without the ring that mounts on the gascap. (There is a ring on the bag).
Andyman
Active member
Well ordered and recieved the First Gear Laguna GPS Tank Bag. The fit on the bike and the convenience of how it holds a GPS is much better than I expected. Then again I haven't ridden with it on the bike yet. I'm optomistic that I'll be 100% satisfied with this bag....
Wee Willy
It's bad, you know
Cortech Super 14 magnetic:
Tank bag link at Motorcycle Superstore.
& Pic.
Had it for a year now and about 13k miles. Still in great shape.
Cheers,
W2
Tank bag link at Motorcycle Superstore.
& Pic.
Had it for a year now and about 13k miles. Still in great shape.
Cheers,
W2
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JimNtexas
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bradman
When Life Throws You A Curve..... Lean Into It
I am so glad that I checked out this bag. I had to buy it off of Ebay and didn't get to see it in person, but what a bag. I highly recommend this bag. I'm a new rider and I am as anal retentive as they come. This bag has the pockets, a cover built into it, a place for your phone (I'm on call alot). For me it was perfect, thanks for the great advice!!!
Here's my basic style bike with the bag on it. For my needs it was perfect. There's some great suggestions on here, that's for sure.
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bradman
When Life Throws You A Curve..... Lean Into It
Dang. I put the wrong photos on the post before this one, but I can't edit it. I hate being new )
Here's what the Recon 19 looks like now on my bike. I used a sticky plate from my GPS and stuck it to the clear plastic on the bag, then I put one of my maps inside the pocket and it stays stiff. But, I can see my phone, the GPS and all of my stuff is right there. Then I put velcro on the round pad and on the GPS and it has worked flawessly. I've been surprised as my other unit was mounted to the handlebars, but this was a better fit for me. I'm short so the screen is literally right under my nose. I carry my gun on me, but if I needed to, I could easily put it in the bag.
)Here's what the Recon 19 looks like now on my bike. I used a sticky plate from my GPS and stuck it to the clear plastic on the bag, then I put one of my maps inside the pocket and it stays stiff. But, I can see my phone, the GPS and all of my stuff is right there. Then I put velcro on the round pad and on the GPS and it has worked flawessly. I've been surprised as my other unit was mounted to the handlebars, but this was a better fit for me. I'm short so the screen is literally right under my nose. I carry my gun on me, but if I needed to, I could easily put it in the bag.
GreyGoose
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tesla
Well-known member
+1. I have the City version of the above which is a bit smaller but a better fit and sleeker for the shape of our gas tanks.
russperry
Well-known member
I am so glad that I checked out this bag. I had to buy it off of Ebay and didn't get to see it in person, but what a bag. I highly recommend this bag. I'm a new rider and I am as anal retentive as they come. This bag has the pockets, a cover built into it, a place for your phone (I'm on call alot). For me it was perfect, thanks for the great advice!!!
Here's my basic style bike with the bag on it. For my needs it was perfect. There's some great suggestions on here, that's for sure.
:thumbsupsmiley: I like the Rapid Transit 19 too. Its perfect for my FJR, but a little too long for my FZ1 tank. I like the built in cover (so I can't lose it) and the pockets are nice, lots of room, and pretty sleek so I barely know its there.
SkooterG
Purveyor of Crooked Facts
Please add whatever new comments you have OUTSIDE the quoted material. Putting them inside makes it ridiculously and needlessly hard to figure out what the heck you are trying to say or add to the topic.
Thank you.
Thank you.
rogdeb
Scouser
Spud !!!!! You just made me order one of the above
... and I already have two tank bags . Can't beat that price though 
Pete Bansen
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Moto-Centric Mototrek 19. Some nice features, built-in raincover with its own pocket, organizer section inside the top flap, removable map pocket, ports for an audio cable and Camelbak tube. Supposedly 19 liters, but looks somewhat smaller to me. Pretty simple and relatively cheap at about $72 from Bike Bandit.
Roger55
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I have a tank bag that came with the bike (used 05). Not sure what brand it is but on my recent trip I put a big scratch on my tank. One of the magnets had worn through. Be sure to check the condition of your tank bags underside.
