suggestions for Touring bag
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From: Mount Airy, MD
Below is a pick of my bike with a t-bags Super T and roll top bag. I highly recommend any of the T-Bags luggage. It's quality stuff, and I own 3-different ones. On the passenger seat is a waterproof duffle (not t-bags) with camping gear, but can be used for all kinds of stuff.
This picture was taken on a 2-week trip.
This picture was taken on a 2-week trip.
Last edited by hullhorr; Mar 21, 2014 at 08:41 PM.
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: Greensboro NC
I have a marcee cruiser bar bag. It has a rather large main compartment and a zip off duffle on top. I picked it up at my dealer with the in store credit when I bought a new bike back in 08. It was in the neighborhood of 200 bucks.
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Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Saskatoon SK Canada!!
Just keep cruising, guys get out of riding and sell their stuff, as above a duffel could do.
or you may be able to borrow from a riding pal who isnt doing a trip at the same time.
I'm up on SK....got lots of pals from there. I used to work for the Pikes.
SK has a pretty big riding community for a place with a 2 1/2 week riding season.
Mike
or you may be able to borrow from a riding pal who isnt doing a trip at the same time.
I'm up on SK....got lots of pals from there. I used to work for the Pikes.
SK has a pretty big riding community for a place with a 2 1/2 week riding season.
Mike
I keep cruising kijiji and i get nothing, but there is people that get tired of riding and want the money back they've put in ive noticed
I'll keep my eyes open, hopefully i'll get something.
if not, good ol arcteryx bag or my military issued bag may do lol
where in SK are you riding?
Tourer
Joined: May 2013
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From: Los Angeles County
Not quite as big as hullhorr's luggage, but I really like the Iron Rider (Dowco) bags. I think they are the ones harley is now selling with their branding, but less expensive if you just buy them direct.
They are great if you just need to augment the saddlebags, and fit real well on the bike's luggage rack. They stack as well, and have a waterproof cover if you need it.
sl
They are great if you just need to augment the saddlebags, and fit real well on the bike's luggage rack. They stack as well, and have a waterproof cover if you need it.
sl
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: Phoenix
http://www.tbags.com/dresser-backseat-bag.html
This works well for me. Straps run down to the saddle bag guards and back to passenger backrest. Also use Ridetek lid haulers for camping gear.
http://www.ridetek.com
Bought the t-bag used on ebay.
For less than 50 bucks you could use a ALICE pack from an Army/Navy surplus store.
http://www.armysurplusworld.com/prod...roductID=51212
This works well for me. Straps run down to the saddle bag guards and back to passenger backrest. Also use Ridetek lid haulers for camping gear.
http://www.ridetek.com
Bought the t-bag used on ebay.
For less than 50 bucks you could use a ALICE pack from an Army/Navy surplus store.
http://www.armysurplusworld.com/prod...roductID=51212
Last edited by doc ock; Mar 22, 2014 at 12:48 AM.
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Joined: Jan 2011
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From: WI
I have the Kuryakyn Ultra Tour Bag.Bought it this winter so never used it yet but sure looks like it will do the job.Plenty big,pockets on sides,and looks pretty durable. What sold me on this bag is that while mounted on bike,you can open it from either the top and or the sides.So if you have a rollbag on top of it and need to fetch something, simply unzip either side to open it. Also...it says it will fit over a wide backrest pad.I have a RKC,and it does have a large pad and does fit over it for mounting.Fair priced also http://www.leatherup.com/p/Motorcycl...ec/140745.html
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From: Wesley Chapel Fl.
I've got the Kuryakyn Ultra Tour bag also. Bought it back in 08. It has served me well. Also has plenty of room. Easy to carry. With some expandable compartments. Waterproof cover included. JR
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Joined: Dec 2009
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From: New Mexico
Tough to beat Saddleman. I would recommend getting something with a collapsible handle and wheels.
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From: CT/FL
My buddies have been using the Kury Ultra Tour bag for years - holds a ton of stuff, even a 30 pack if you are so inclined. Lots of side pouches and a rain cover. I bought one but haven't used it yet. It's available thru Amazon for $118.
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Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Louisiana
I too have the Kuryakyn Ultra Tour bag. Bought it used from a gent who was getting out of the riding business. Got it for a steal off this forum. I like the Kuryakyn bags because they are what I call semi-rigid. They have plastic inserts in the walls. They are flexible to an extent, but provide support if needed. I mount it behind me and use it as driver back rest. Waterproof cover is not attached, but it works great just the same. Just have to keep up with it. And as others have said, you can pack a lot in it, and access it from the top or sides if need be. I recently bought a Kuryakyn Gran Tailgater simply because I wanted more room and it has a handle and wheels on it. Pull it off the bike, extend the handle, and roll it to your room. Proving that you can pack too much in the Ultra Tour, and make it a pain in the *** to carry it in. I haven't used the Gran Tailgater yet, but it is of the same construction as the Ultra Tour and appears to be just as sturdy. My Ultra Tour may show up here F/S in the future. Gonna check with some of my riding buddies and see if its needed there first. Anyway, suffice it to say I love Kuryakyn for their bags anyway. Hope this helps.
Thanks
Jack
Thanks
Jack