After advice on rear seat luggage

[cosborn]

Hi all, I'm intending to fit a mustang tripper seat to my machine and I've currently fitted a Dowco large roll bag to the rear carrier. I'm after some ideas, if anyone is able to help on a reasonably large bag that will sit on the rear of the saddle and attach to the grab rails or passenger backrest.

Cheers Chris :039:

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[srt8-in-largo]

You don't wanna be hauling all your bags like a pack mule, get one with wheels!

I just got this, which will double as a carry on bag on airplanes... can't say I tried it on the bike yet :icon_redface:

Eagle Creek Travel Gear Tarmac 22 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BYG4C9Y?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage)

[Necanefan]

I've been using a Kuryakyn. Gran Tour bag for the past few years on every long trip I've taken. I place it on the passenger seat and use the attached straps to attach it to the grab bars. It's a very durable bag with a semi-rigid structure. It's travelled with me from Maine to Key West to the Rockies and still looks new.

[cosborn]

Sounds like a plan, I'll check it out. Thanks guys.

Chris

[flat6bagger]

Here is another option.
I believe this is what I am going with.
http://www.bikersfriend.com/pages/saddlebag.htm

Doug

[bob109]

Here is another option.
I believe this is what I am going with.
http://www.bikersfriend.com/pages/saddlebag.htm

Doug

Almost ten years ago I purchased a "Cruiser Bag" from a company in Canada. Unfortunately they are out of business. I was waiting for someone to resurrect their "Round Hard Bag Design". Looks like you have found it. Mine is manufactured from 13" diameter PVC Pipe and covered in Black Vinyl. It has a adjustable back rest which attaches with Velcro Straps. It is the best after-market bike item I ever purchased. I ride solo so the bags stays in place with its Nylon Straps.

Here's a pic for clarity:icon_biggrin:

http://hondaf6b.com/showthread.php?5417-Florida-Suntan

[flat6bagger]

It was the PVC tube that made me decide this is the one.
I am assuming that you got the XL when you had bought yours.
That is what I believe I am getting.
The backrest mounted to it is a plus.

Doug

[ghostrider]

http://hondaf6b.com/showthread.php?276-Luggage-for-a-weekend


Here's a thread that might help. #5 is what I have.

[bob109]

It was the PVC tube that made me decide this is the one.
I am assuming that you got the XL when you had bought yours.
That is what I believe I am getting.
The backrest mounted to it is a plus.

Doug

My PVC tube is 20" wide and solid as a rock! I've used it on five different bikes without any mounting problems! It was advertised as "universal fit" and it sure turned out to be true. I can slip a 24 pack of soda or beer into the bag with ease. The quick release adjustable backrest it great for highway cruising and with the bottom rolled up, it provides great Lumbar support. Lots of luck with your purchase. Give a update on how you like the bag:039:

Bob

[xgringo]

I have the largest biker's Friend and when I started packing for a trip a while back I realized that this thing is too heavy and round as it wants to roll back and forth with the motion of the bike. However, it is so strong that a fat guy could sit on it with no problem.

I then ordered a Dowco Motorcycle Luggage System - Main Bag and I love it.
In the photo you can see that it is about the same size as the largest Biker's Friend maybe a little smaller. It comes with a waterproof cover which I threw away because it really isn't necessary. I road through heavy rain day after day and all I noticed was the edges of some papers I had on the bottom had absorbed a little water.

My theme song:
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Cloud/dp/B000W237QA/ref=sr_1_1?s=dmusic&ie=UTF8&qid=1433531593&sr=1-1&keywords=trapeze+black+cloud

On the f'n6b I used ROK Straps to secure it. Which I hope you can see on the photos as I'm preping for a long trip in mid June. It is secured in two independent methods on each side in case of a problem. Here is the link to Amazon. And the beauty of it is if you hate it Amazon will take it right back.
The link is below.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GVH20E?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

The ROK strap link is below:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008ETMV8I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00


Enjoy!!
Tom

[Vol1chuck]

The ROK strap link is below:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008ETMV8I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00




ROK straps are the schiznet!!

[flat6bagger]

Tom,
what kind of strap is that holding your bead rider?
I have been looking for a decent way to hold mine down.
All I have now is the front elastic strap that came with it.
It also was from a V Star and appears smaller than yours.

Doug

[Injun Joe]

Here is another option.
I believe this is what I am going with.
http://www.bikersfriend.com/pages/saddlebag.htm

Doug

I thought I'd heard those were discontinued or the company was out of business. Have you had contact with them?

[flat6bagger]

I thought I'd heard those were discontinued or the company was out of business. Have you had contact with them?

No I had not called them until after I just read your post.
The call went to voice mail as Bikers Friend.
I will call Monday.
I believe they are still going strong.
Doug

[xgringo]

Hi Doug!! "flat6bagger"
I'm sorry I don't know how to do the blue box to specify what I'm responding to. However the attachment for my Beadrider seat is a ROK type attachment that they sell at the Beadrider site.

Enjoy!!
Tom

[srt8-in-largo]

Hi Doug!! "flat6bagger"
I'm sorry I don't know how to do the blue box to specify what I'm responding to. However the attachment for my Beadrider seat is a ROK type attachment that they sell at the Beadrider site.

Enjoy!!
Tom

You should see a "Reply with Quote" button under everybody's post; this will let you quote them.

[xgringo]

You should see a "Reply with Quote" button under everybody's post; this will let you quote them.

Thanks!!
I looked for this for an hour before I gave up and replied to flat6bagger.

Enjoy!!
Tom

[sksfox]

Just noticed at the local mall a tour pack looking bag with wneels for $69 bucks, Wish I had seen it befor I had spent $180.00 on one that said MOTORCYCLE!!!!!!!!
Hi all, I'm intending to fit a mustang tripper seat to my machine and I've currently fitted a Dowco large roll bag to the rear carrier. I'm after some ideas, if anyone is able to help on a reasonably large bag that will sit on the rear of the saddle and attach to the grab rails or passenger backrest.

Cheers Chris :039:

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[bobbyf6b]

Here is another option.
I believe this is what I am going with.
http://www.bikersfriend.com/pages/saddlebag.htm

Doug

Thanks for the link! I just ordered the XL and I can't wait to get it. This is exactly what I was looking for because I like the size and the low profile. Not sure how easy it will work as a backrest on the B since the passenger seat is so large but I'm willing to try it. I know it will look and function perfect on the large tail rack.

:banana:

[bobbyf6b]

No I had not called them until after I just read your post.
The call went to voice mail as Bikers Friend.
I will call Monday.
I believe they are still going strong.
Doug

I hope so. I saw pictures of bikes on their website up to 2013 so I have my fingers crossed. Please let us know what you find out when you call.

[bobbyf6b]

Update, I got a "Thank you for your order" email with an order number from Biker's Friend.

They're also on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/bikers.friend.7?fref=ts

[Steve 0080]

Hi all, I'm intending to fit a mustang tripper seat to my machine and I've currently fitted a Dowco large roll bag to the rear carrier. I'm after some ideas, if anyone is able to help on a reasonably large bag that will sit on the rear of the saddle and attach to the grab rails or passenger backrest.

Cheers Chris :039:

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That is a serious lock and chain !!!!!! Try this item...http://wingstuff.com/products/33309-bungee-assist-brackets-rust-free-easy-seat-bolt-combo?context=gold_wing_gl1800-racks_travel_luggage

[flat6bagger]

Bobby,I just got a voice mail from Roy,the owner.
They are very much in business and all will be well for you I'm sure.
Well crap you already knew this since you got a confirmation.:icon_lol:

Doug

[Redlinez]

I'm gonna be looking for something to go behind my passenger. Guess I have to get the accessory carrier and strap it to that. Definitely want something waterproof.

[Fla_rider]

Here's what I use. Me and the wife put everything in it for last years Rally, plus we loaded up the saddlebags.

http://www.kuryakyn.com/products/708/classic-tour-bag

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