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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 01:07 PM
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This is a stupid question, but just wondering if most touring bags that attach to a sissy bar will work resting on the empty passenger's seat, or is a luggage rack absolutely necessary?
 
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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 01:09 PM
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Not only will it work. It will provide you a backrest.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 01:34 PM
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sac bags are the best in the world. enough room for 2 weeks worth 100% waterproof made in the usa gaureenteed for life and the best backrest going!
 
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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 01:37 PM
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That is how i use my large Tbag slide it on the sissybar with it sitting on the seat and strap it down pack it full and i can lean agianst it for a back rest works great.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 02:17 PM
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I always put mine on the seat and use it for a back rest when going solo, which is usually.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 03:33 PM
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sac bags are the best in the world. enough room for 2 weeks worth 100% waterproof made in the usa gaureenteed for life and the best backrest going!
Very cool! I'm in the market for a bag and these look to be real good. Would be nice to hear more from those who may own them.

http://www.coolsac.com/Browse.aspx?c...y_code=LUGGAGE
 
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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 05:10 PM
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I use my T-Bag on the rear seat when the packs are full.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 05:25 PM
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I have the Kuryakyn Grand Tour Bag that rides on the passenger seat more often than any other location.
 
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Can anyone recommend a bag that hold a few days worth of cloths plus a full size helmet as well?
 
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got the coolsac ultimate...can stuff everything I own in it...
 
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