Strapping Down Tailbags
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Strapping Down Tailbags
Hey all. I'll be heading out on a trip in a few weeks and I've got some new tail bags that I haven't used yet. I'm going to do a few test runs down the road of course with them before the trip, but I'm looking for some tips from others on how to secure/strap them down. Not worried about anyone stealing them per say, just don't want to lose them going down the highway. I would like to air on the side of caution to make sure they are secured, so extra strap ideas would be great.
I've got the Viking Axe-33 and a couple other miscalleanous bags. All pretty much resemble a duffle bag.
http://www.vikingbags.com/cruise-rol...-8565-prd1.htm
https://www.nelsonrigg.com/luggage/c...ag-detail.html
Those are the main ones I've got plus a couple generic tail bags that are smaller. I figure those I can strap to the top of the larger ones if I feel like I need more bags. The Viking bag will go on mine, and the Nelson will go on the wife's WG.
I've got the Viking Axe-33 and a couple other miscalleanous bags. All pretty much resemble a duffle bag.
http://www.vikingbags.com/cruise-rol...-8565-prd1.htm
https://www.nelsonrigg.com/luggage/c...ag-detail.html
Those are the main ones I've got plus a couple generic tail bags that are smaller. I figure those I can strap to the top of the larger ones if I feel like I need more bags. The Viking bag will go on mine, and the Nelson will go on the wife's WG.
Last edited by BigDogIdaho; Jul 3, 2015 at 03:39 PM.
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Strapping Down Tailbags
I'd need a picture of your bike setup to give any advice. Maybe you have a pic and it isn't showing up on this garage talk app.
I don't know that there will be a ton of wind hitting the bags. I strapped down a 30 and 10 liter bag on a speed triple and they were fine. Bags made by Kriega, had 4 straps (2 per side) that attached in 2 places under the seat. The 10 liter bag sat on top of the 30 liter and it was probably a good 18" tall. I rode that bike down twisty roads and some highway...no issue.
On my Street Bob I would strap a bag to a sissy bar if possible.
I don't know that there will be a ton of wind hitting the bags. I strapped down a 30 and 10 liter bag on a speed triple and they were fine. Bags made by Kriega, had 4 straps (2 per side) that attached in 2 places under the seat. The 10 liter bag sat on top of the 30 liter and it was probably a good 18" tall. I rode that bike down twisty roads and some highway...no issue.
On my Street Bob I would strap a bag to a sissy bar if possible.
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I'd need a picture of your bike setup to give any advice. Maybe you have a pic and it isn't showing up on this garage talk app.
I don't know that there will be a ton of wind hitting the bags. I strapped down a 30 and 10 liter bag on a speed triple and they were fine. Bags made by Kriega, had 4 straps (2 per side) that attached in 2 places under the seat. The 10 liter bag sat on top of the 30 liter and it was probably a good 18" tall. I rode that bike down twisty roads and some highway...no issue.
On my Street Bob I would strap a bag to a sissy bar if possible.
I don't know that there will be a ton of wind hitting the bags. I strapped down a 30 and 10 liter bag on a speed triple and they were fine. Bags made by Kriega, had 4 straps (2 per side) that attached in 2 places under the seat. The 10 liter bag sat on top of the 30 liter and it was probably a good 18" tall. I rode that bike down twisty roads and some highway...no issue.
On my Street Bob I would strap a bag to a sissy bar if possible.
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Viking Lashed to Detachable rack.
This isn't going anywhere. Did 350 miles in one day. Worked perfectly. I did make some additional lashing that is not in this picture, from the top down, but it's solid. If I want to take it off, I just remove the whole rack and leave the bag attached.
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1" straps with buckles like these work great since they stay secure and you can use them for compression straps like securing the bag behind you to form a back rest.
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Man, that is a full load! Lol
What's the bag strapped to?
What's the bag strapped to?
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Viking Lashed to Detachable rack.
This isn't going anywhere. Did 350 miles in one day. Worked perfectly. I did make some additional lashing that is not in this picture, from the top down, but it's solid. If I want to take it off, I just remove the whole rack and leave the bag attached.
How did you run your extra straps?
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1" straps with buckles like these work great since they stay secure and you can use them for compression straps like securing the bag behind you to form a back rest.
Amazon.com: Keeper 85243 8' x 1" Lashing Strap, 2 Pack: Sports & Outdoors
Amazon.com: Keeper 85243 8' x 1" Lashing Strap, 2 Pack: Sports & Outdoors
What does everybody think about using upper shock mounts and/or turn signals as anchor points?
Also, cross the straps (like a X), or run 2 straps parallel?
Last edited by BigDogIdaho; Jul 4, 2015 at 06:26 PM.