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« on: May 23, 2012, 02:52:57 PM » |
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I'm thinking about getting a tank bag but I don't anything about them. Anyone know of one that works well with the Valk tanks and covers that gas cap that you can send light flashes to ET?
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« Reply #1 on: May 23, 2012, 02:59:31 PM » |
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I really like the t-bag brand I've got. It's not small so for a daytripper you might like something smaller.
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« Reply #2 on: May 23, 2012, 03:14:53 PM » |
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Marty, I have 7 different tank bags that I use (I know, it's a sickness) depending on what I need to do with the Valk. Probably the one I use the most and stays on it most of the time is this: http://www.revpack.com/motorcycle/products/TankPack.htmlI have both sizes, but I normally use the larger one. |
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« Reply #3 on: May 23, 2012, 03:38:48 PM » |
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I'm planning on doing a Saddle Sore 1000 around Labor Day. I'd like to have a map of my route visible plus stuff like sunscreen, motrin, snacks, etc inside. So I don't need anything really big. I would like to block the glare from the gas cap if it reflects the sun into my eyes.
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« Reply #4 on: May 23, 2012, 03:52:24 PM » |
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I'd go with the small RevPack one. If you get one of those, contact me as I have a few tips to make it work even better.
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« Reply #5 on: May 23, 2012, 05:30:29 PM » |
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« Reply #6 on: May 23, 2012, 07:14:35 PM » |
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Have a magnetic Nelson-Rigg. Works great. Not real big. Does expand a bit if you get carried away with stuff. I leave it in the reduced size. Perfect for the wallet and small stuff that would be in your pockets. Has a folding map pouch on the top. Go in a store or cafe . . . peel it off and carry with you. No big deal. Strong magnets. Wind is a non-issue.  |
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« Reply #7 on: May 23, 2012, 07:33:59 PM » |
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Have a magnetic Nelson-Rigg. Works great. Not real big. Does expand a bit if you get carried away with stuff. I leave it in the reduced size. Perfect for the wallet and small stuff that would be in your pockets. Has a folding map pouch on the top. Go in a store or cafe . . . peel it off and carry with you. No big deal. Strong magnets. Wind is a non-issue. Got one just like it use it a lot, can cover gas filler in the sun, carry a water bottle to use on the road, and all your road needs, and holds my 357 with instant access. Hoser  |
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« Reply #8 on: May 23, 2012, 07:43:38 PM » |
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and holds my 357 with instant access. Hoser This guy has the same idea....
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« Reply #9 on: May 23, 2012, 08:32:12 PM » |
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I have a fieldsheer expandable tank bag that I use a lot. ONE thing I don't like about any magnetic bag is that it will scratch the paint on the tank. I use a micro fiber cloth under the bag to protect the tank, looks kinda dorky that way but I like my tank smooth and shiny.  |
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« Reply #10 on: May 23, 2012, 09:27:12 PM » |
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I can't find a label on mine, but 10x12" and about 6" deep. Good padded magnets (don't mark the paint), full sized map window, safety strap (which helps in the rain, makes passing truck-blast a lot harder). Fairly rain resistant (I can still read the maps inside after two days of rain), room for a few maps, water bottles camera. extra smokes, trip log, ipod and wiring for GPS. Only thing is it's too soft sided. I cut down a shoe box to keep it's shape, works well. I think $20 at a bike show.
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« Reply #12 on: May 24, 2012, 06:14:31 AM » |
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I have an Eclipse tank bag U.S. made in N.C. holds alot of stuff with a replacable map holder.
Great Bag for the money and it won't scratch the tank holds down by three clips 10 min. install.
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« Reply #13 on: May 24, 2012, 06:30:59 AM » |
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Did Honda ever make one available? If so, I don't think I've ever seen one. I have some Rex Marsee bags that I used to use on a Moto Guzzi I had for many years. Marsee stuff is very well engineered and very high quality stuff.
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« Reply #14 on: May 24, 2012, 08:03:38 AM » |
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I never used a tank bag or bib. I was always afraid they woud scuff the paint on a perfect tank. How does that not happen?
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« Reply #15 on: May 24, 2012, 08:05:54 AM » |
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I never used a tank bag or bib. I was always afraid they woud scuff the paint on a perfect tank. How does that not happen?
Tom
Look at Olddog's post above. He's got it figured it out. Marty |
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« Reply #16 on: May 24, 2012, 06:40:54 PM » |
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I'm concerned with scratching the paint. Early on I tried a thin mircro-fiber cloth or polishing cloth between bag and tank. If it wasn't sliding around it was too much monkey-motion dealing with the extra layer in between. I eliminated the added layer of protection. I pack a small bottle of cleaner juice. Each gas stop I take a moment and clean the dust off the tank before I replace the tank bag. So far--so good. There are some swirls in the (black) paint, but nothing out of the ordinary. After twelve-plus years its not a show bike, so I'm past stressing over it. The convenience for packing the small incidental stuff that you'd normally be digging around for balances out the possible collateral damage associated with carrying the bag. And I don't go anywhere without a clean shiny scoot. Yrmv,  |
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