I leave the wisdom to others but can recommend the Givi T480 tanklock bag. It fits well on the 2012 wee, does not obstruct view or movement and goes on and off in a matter of seconds.I've never owned a tank bag and want to get one for my 2012 vstrom 650. I would appreciate any advice / widom / experience you are willing to share. TIA for any assistance you provide.
A few times I hear of the Givi tanklock. Most vendors don't include 2012 in their drop list for the piece that locks to the gas tank. Do you know if the 2011 fits the 2012 ?I leave the wisdom to others but can recommend the Givi T480 tanklock bag. It fits well on the 2012 wee, does not obstruct view or movement and goes on and off in a matter of seconds.
Dan
The 2011 uses mounting kit # BF10 whereas the 2012 requires # BF01. There is a compatibility chart (pdf file) on Givi's website where you can find these details - GIVI T480 TANKLOCK - Soft LuggagesA few times I hear of the Givi tanklock. Most vendors don't include 2012 in their drop list for the piece that locks to the gas tank. Do you know if the 2011 fits the 2012 ?
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Rob
I use a "City Bag" by SW-Motech, available at Twisted Throttle. I've had the same bag on my last 2 bikes. It's expandable and comes with a rain cover and a strap if you wanted to put it over your shoulder. It expands up 1.5-2". It attaches to the bike by a ring that mounts on your gas tank ring (see pics). It is quick and secure and goes on and off in seconds. But the best part IMHO is that it doesn't touch the bike. I've had many friends with bags that mount on the surface who have had the bag or the straps rub their pain off (a couple to bare metal).I've never owned a tank bag and want to get one for my 2012 vstrom 650. I would appreciate any advice / widom / experience you are willing to share. TIA for any assistance you provide.
Very happy with my Wolfman Rainier. I just wish it came with a rain cover rather than as an accessory.What happens to the cords when you take the bag off? Do they just hang there and you have stuff them under the seat?
Thanks,
Barry
lol. Thanks! The yellow part is reflective also.^^^
That yellow and black hazard tape looks really good.
If I wasn't so lazy I'd copy that, lol.
Awesome small bag and a great fit. A litre larger and a stronger build than the similar Cortech model.Magnetic and small
It comes with rain cover and the clear map top snaps off when not needed. I took the windshield mount off my gps and slid it in there. It is small, but I think it's a good size considering anything more can go in a side or top case and I don't think I'd like a big tank bag. Magnets work great though I still clip the strap to the handle bars out of paranoia. The handle is nice as well.
Sorry to hijack this thread, but what tail box is that?I have a Givi Tanklock T491. It requires mounting ring BF01. I love the bag. It is a little bigger than I really need but I have filled it. It is securely mounted and very easy to remove/install. I love that there are no straps to unclip (I cut the lawyer straps off as I don't really think there's much of any way it will come off on it's own.) and nothing touching/rubbing the paint on the bike. I have driven thousands of miles with it like that w/out any issues. The map window is huge. Side pockets are nice for camera's/phones. There is an internal key hook and an included rain cover which is very water proof (see pics!). I especially like it because I ride w/ a dark tinted visor almost all of the time but my clear visor fits neatly inside right against the back edge and takes up virtually no space at all. It's nice to have it for those times when you get caught in the dark on a long trip. Fit and finish is superb. I'm very happy with it. Sorry the pics aren't better but you get the idea.
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