April 30th, 2014, 08:55 AM | #1 |
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Name: Richard
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Tank Bags
People on here have helped my with other issues so I thought I would ask another question
What is the best tank bag to get for the 250r? Pics. links to web pages. I want to buy one but A good one and I want to go off what other 250 owners have not what other sv 600s owners. |
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April 30th, 2014, 09:07 AM | #2 |
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That's going to depend on what you want out of it.
Are you looking for a small bag to just toss in a phone and maybe a disk lock? Do you want a larger bag to carry gloves, hat, gizmos, and a couple bottles of soda? How do you want to carry it off bike? By the grab strap on the front or a shoulder strap or maybe a sling style backpack? Do you want to install straps to clip it into place or just have magnets to lock on to your tank? I use this small bag from Cortech which has been large enough to hold my phone, GPS, and a small bottle of Frappachino. Lately, it is serving as my lunch box so its taken up with insulation, tupperware, and an ice pack.
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April 30th, 2014, 09:14 AM | #3 |
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If you want the max size that'll fit and not get in the way go with the motocentric 19. I had both the magnetis and strap model and I like the strap model more because you can stuff the **** out it and still use the straps to force it to conform to the tank shape. Don't let the cheap price or the fact that cycle gear always has them on sale fool you, the quality is top notch.
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April 30th, 2014, 09:18 AM | #4 |
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April 30th, 2014, 09:18 AM | #5 |
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So what do I want to hold it it,
My Insurance card for the bike, my reg card for the bike. A coke, maybe my lunch for the day since I ride to work. Not a whole lot of stuff but big enough that I can hold some items if I go on a long ride and have a drink and some snacks. |
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April 30th, 2014, 09:18 AM | #6 |
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April 30th, 2014, 09:31 AM | #7 |
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Motocentric makes good luggage at affordable prices.
My Motocentric 14 holds a lot of stuff. Good size. Magnetic, holds to the tank strong. Also doubles as a back pack. Had it over 4 years. |
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April 30th, 2014, 11:16 AM | #8 |
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+1 on the Cortec Super Mini. It comes off easily to carry with you, and is big enough for everything I need for a day's ride. Like many bags, it has a hole to thread power cords through.
I commonly carry a frozen 20 oz bottle of water, a can of Red Bull (reserve fuel for rider), a granola bar, wallet, smart phone, Ipod, USB power cords, ear buds and a tiny flashlight. I always have room left over for souvenirs I may buy during the ride.
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April 30th, 2014, 11:28 AM | #9 |
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I had one of these for a couple of years.
http://www.joerocket.com/catalog/ind...Manta_Tank_Bag Excellent tank bag for a good price. I only sold it so I could get a larger bag, but I think it would work for your needs.
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April 30th, 2014, 12:18 PM | #10 | |
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I like this as my 250 is a 2012 se/ So it's black and red. My tank is red so it would match really well.
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April 30th, 2014, 12:23 PM | #11 | |
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I like this on as well. I am just scared that it would fall off because only being held by magents.
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April 30th, 2014, 12:31 PM | #12 |
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The magnets are very strong. I used to be afraid of magnetic bags as well, but this bag has sold me on the idea. Mine has never slipped at all. No more straps for me.
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April 30th, 2014, 12:37 PM | #13 |
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I've got a Rapid Transit "The Stack" LT Magnetic Tank Bag for sale.
It's got backpack straps, rain cover, headphone port, hydration port (hydration pouch included), and a strap in the front that you can wrap around the ignition area (saw you were concerned about the magnets). |
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April 30th, 2014, 01:45 PM | #14 | |
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April 30th, 2014, 02:16 PM | #15 |
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That's a dual USB outlet that I bought on eBay. Cost was around $15. If you install connecters in the power line, it is fast and easy to disconnect when you remove the fairings. Check very carefully when installing for clearance under the fairing. There are also USB outlets that clamp to the bars.
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April 30th, 2014, 02:20 PM | #16 |
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Looks like the Blue Sea Dual USB socket, Amazon
Hadn't seen yours on the fairing, i drilled mine into the gauge cowl.
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April 30th, 2014, 02:33 PM | #18 |
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Write up a new thread on the lights and you can get on-topic help.
AFAIK the blue sea ones did not come with wiring instructions. Just two posts on the back, one pos the other neg. my current set up has the positive coming from the pos side of my aftermarket fuse box to the pos post. Then the negative wire going to the neg side of the box and the neg post. A 5amp fuse sits between the power from the battery and the positive wire. Lemme dig up the install i followed.... Damn, his pics are all broken: https://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=144746
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April 30th, 2014, 02:47 PM | #19 |
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Same item, different name and vendor. These can be mounted with only the round part, but the flange makes it more secure.
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April 30th, 2014, 10:39 PM | #20 |
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July 27th, 2014, 05:27 PM | #21 |
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I didn't find it at cycle gear but it is listed at http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...ek-19-tank-bag |
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August 4th, 2014, 04:31 AM | #22 |
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Tank Bags
Check out RKA's line of tank bags. Made in America and quality. I was tired of magnetic so I bought one with straps. Cool thing about RKA is that the front straps are individually tied off. Sticks like a magnet but without the problems magnets present over time.
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August 4th, 2014, 07:41 PM | #23 |
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Why you hating on the SV650 lol
I have an Icon Primer tank bag that I got from a buddy for $25 brand new. http://www.btosports.com/p/ICON-PRIM...IjAaAsrP8P8HAQ I used it on my Ninja 250 and I use it on my SV650 I think it looks pretty nice, plus it always seems to fit more than I think it will. (...That's what she said?) |
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August 21st, 2014, 11:35 AM | #24 | |
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I have the version with both the dual USB port and a cigarette lighter port. On mine the USB side failed after a dozen rides. When I took it apart I saw that internally there's a wire-wound circular magnet (choke coil?) that stands off of the board. The road vibrations caused the wires holding it up to fatigue and break. I wrote to them and they're sending a replacement USB side. When I get it I'm going to take it apart and squirt some silicone all around it and on anything else that looks susceptible to vibration damage. I'll post pics when I do the procedure. Mike
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August 28th, 2014, 07:13 AM | #25 |
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August 28th, 2014, 08:38 AM | #26 |
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I have this one. http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...T.ac=SLIsearch
Used it on the 250, I now use it on the ZX. Magnets are great, never had the bag move even a bit. Lots of space, I've gone on 4-5 day trips, and easily put everything I needed in there. Also doubles as a backpack if you want to take it with you when you leave the bike. |
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August 28th, 2014, 10:43 AM | #27 |
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I had planned on getting a Recon 9, but I ended up getting this one last week:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It fits perfectly on the Ninjette, has a surprising amount of space, stays put, and the clear pocket is nice. Time will tell if it holds up but I've had good experiences with my Dowco covers and it was only $30.
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August 28th, 2014, 01:49 PM | #28 |
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Yes mine doubles as a backpack and I've used both the mag based and strap on versions of my bag. The magnets are strong but the straps are stronger, this means I can load the **** out of the strap bag and just wench it down tight. With the mag bag if you load it to the point of plumpness then the magnets can't really conform the bag to the tank as well as the straps can.
The motocentric stuff seemed like a cheap product(quality wise) simply I saw it list on cyclegears website first. After I saw it in person it was clear that it a great quality made product and I wouldn't hesitate to by any of their other products in the near future. |
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