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Old Apr 20, 2015 | 08:12 PM
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Howdy, i tried the search and no-go. As the thread implies I am looking for a small magnetic, velcro, snap, etc... tank bag mainly to hold phone device and other small items. I plan on routing a 12v line to the bag to charge phone which I use as GPS.

I have a larger magnetic one now that is butt ugly and dominates the tank. When the magnets are spread out and down it is functional but kills the look of my Street Glide.

Any input is welcome. Bone
 
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Old Apr 21, 2015 | 07:20 AM
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This is the one i use...Been vary happy with it..Saddleman Explorer...
Try a Google search...There are alot of options!! I use this on my 04 bagger....

 
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Old Apr 25, 2015 | 06:35 AM
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Riteway thanks I will check out the Saddleman Explorer.

Anybody else using a tank bag on any model HD?


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Old Apr 25, 2015 | 03:39 PM
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Look at Daytona Gear http://daytonagear.com/tank-bags/
 
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 09:39 PM
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1+ on that Daytona Gear. I use the one made for a gun, which I modified with foam to fit a small camera, charger etc. Downside, the leather fades in a couple of thousand miles. Just like cheap gloves, but it works.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 10:03 PM
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I have the Bilt mini tank bag.

Amazon.com: BILT Mini Tank Bag - Black/Gray: Automotive Amazon.com: BILT Mini Tank Bag - Black/Gray: Automotive
 
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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 05:07 AM
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I have a magnetic tank bag like this one---> http://www.hotleathers.com/Hot-Leath...47438C676.aspx

It's about 6"x10", has easy to get to pockets. 1 with velcro flap and 2 with zippers. The magnets are strong and still holding good after 3 years.
 
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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Cross Bone
Howdy, i tried the search and no-go. As the thread implies I am looking for a small magnetic, velcro, snap, etc... tank bag mainly to hold phone device and other small items. I plan on routing a 12v line to the bag to charge phone which I use as GPS.

I have a larger magnetic one now that is butt ugly and dominates the tank. When the magnets are spread out and down it is functional but kills the look of my Street Glide.

Any input is welcome. Bone
I bought one from a dealer that fits onto the tank and holds ONLY a phone... it is rubber backed(no scratching) magnetic (holds unbelievably), clear vinyl front (which allows the use of the phone as a GPS), and allows you to plug in to power while riding no matter what kind of phone you have. I was concerned that the magnets might not hold but it sticks like glue.

I'm not sure whether it's even on the website or in the catalog, as I just happened to notice it while I was walking by.

I can post a pic if you're interested in something that small.... but like I said, it holds only the phone.
 
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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by kcm210
I bought one from a dealer that fits onto the tank and holds ONLY a phone... it is rubber backed(no scratching) magnetic (holds unbelievably), clear vinyl front (which allows the use of the phone as a GPS), and allows you to plug in to power while riding no matter what kind of phone you have. I was concerned that the magnets might not hold but it sticks like glue.

I'm not sure whether it's even on the website or in the catalog, as I just happened to notice it while I was walking by.

I can post a pic if you're interested in something that small.... but like I said, it holds only the phone.
Found a post here on the forum - this is what I have....

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...phone-bag.html
 
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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 01:35 PM
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Cortech makes some nice small tank bags.
 
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