Calling all Tank Bag owners, looking for advice and photos.

[556ALPHA]

I am researching Tank Bags and have the list narrowed down to a handful.  This was on the other site just before it went down.
I have updated the list with suggestions from the group:

Cortech Mini
Cortech Super Mini
Chase Harper 650
RKA SuperSport
Givi T480 with Quick Mount
First Gear Silverstone II
Nelson-Rigg Silver Streak SSC-110
Luggage Locker-Tank Locker
Rapid Transit Recon 19
Bags Connection Trial-Ql

I have found a lot of info on most all of these bags with the exception of the Givi T480 with the Easy Lock ring.  Has anyone used this system and what are your thoughts?  Others feel free to post any photos of your tank bags.  Maybe this can turn into a good reference thread for tank bags.

[Bob]

The Chase Harper is a great bag. I tried a bunch on the C14 (at the dealer who had a great assortment). The Chase Harper fit the C14 the best and pretty much perfect. A good quality bag that I highly recommend for the C14!

[556ALPHA]

My only concern with the Chase Harper is the map pocket.  It does not seem to be as stable or fixed as the others, any input on that?  tks

[JetJock]

First Gear. I've got two: Silverstone for around town small stuff.

Laguna for trips, with a special GPS pocket that pops up.

[Bob]

My only concern with the Chase Harper is the map pocket.  It does not seem to be as stable or fixed as the others, any input on that?  tks

It hooks on with four corner hooks, that are fairly hard to clip on/off. When installed, it isn't going anywhere. I leave it off unless I need it. I like the webbed, strapped top for holding or hooking things on quick. So unless I need to use the map pocket. It's normally in the side case with a map. Granted i use a GPS most of the time and a back up map.

[dbird29]

Bought a Cortech Dryver that snaps on a gas cap ring.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/71/36140/ITEM/Cortech-Dryver-Tank-Bag.aspx?WT.ac=SLIsearch

I like it so far.

[Rhino]

I use a Cortech mini magnetic and I love it. It doesn't move a bit and comes off instantly for refueling and I also like the map case. The map is right there for reference and stays dry.

[Irish-14]

Why use a small tank bag, when bigger bags don't get in the way? Unless it's the perfect day and you need very little, I can always think of things to put into my tank bag. I got a 19 litre bag (Motocentric Mototrek 19)and never looked back. It doesn't get in the way, it looks good, and if I need the room I have it. Happy riding gentlemen and Go Irish!

[Bob]

Why use a small tank bag, when bigger bags don't get in the way? Unless it's the perfect day and you need very little, I can always think of things to put into my tank bag. I got a 19 litre bag (Motocentric Mototrek 19)and never looked back. It doesn't get in the way, it looks good, and if I need the room I have it. Happy riding gentlemen and Go Irish!

Because I find all tank bags are in the way to some extent. The bigger they are, the worse it is (for me). So I use different size tank bags. I use the smallest tank bags I can normally get away with. A smaller bag close to home. A larger bag when traveling. Although I did buy a very slightly used Bagsconnection tank bag with the SWmoto ring for my FJR. If I like it, I will have to resort to using just one bag!

[JetJock]

Because I find all tank bags are in the way to some extent. The bigger they are, the worse it is (for me). So I use different size tank bags. I use the smallest tank bags I can normally get away with. A smaller bag close to home. A larger bag when traveling.

Ditto. I don't want a big tank bag to deal with for just around town stuff.

[JoeR]

I have this Rapid Transit tank bag.  I only use it on trips.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/71/3414/ITEM/Rapid-Transit-Recon-19-Magnetic-Tank-Bag.aspx

[DaveO]

i love tank bags Magnetic tank bags specificly.
I havent found one that will work on my 09 c14 with glove box in the way.
Sure you can get one on there  but not the place i want it to be located.
Ive given up on tankbags for this bike ..Pretty happy with my soft tailbag I suppose.

[JoeR]

i love tank bags Magnetic tank bags specificly.
I havent found one that will work on my 09 c14 with glove box in the way.
Sure you can get one on there  but not the place i want it to be located.
Ive given up on tankbags for this bike ..Pretty happy with my soft tailbag I suppose.

I use the Rapid Transit Recon 19 on my '08 with the center glovebox, no problems there.  It does have to be moved to gas up.

[DaveO]

I use the Rapid Transit Recon 19 on my '08 with the center glovebox, no problems there.  It does have to be moved to gas up.

do you cover the glove box with the bag ? Post a pic if possible

[MrPepsi]

The Chase Harper is a great bag. I tried a bunch on the C14 (at the dealer who had a great assortment). The Chase Harper fit the C14 the best and pretty much perfect. A good quality bag that I highly recommend for the C14!

Hey Cap'n Crunch, what is the material on the bottom of the CH650?
Is it soft and cuddly like a microfiber blanky or is it gritty like the side of your luggage?

[varnado]

I use the Rapid Transit Recon 19 on my '08 with the center glovebox, no problems there.  It does have to be moved to gas up.

The magnetic or strap connected?

[koval68]

I am very pleased with Bags Connection Trial-Ql.
http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/2624/451/

[Tactical_Mik]

I use the trial ql when going on longer trips and the recon 19 for shorter trips but am also looking for a smaller one for around home way.

[Bob]

Hey Cap'n Crunch, what is the material on the bottom of the CH650?
Is it soft and cuddly like a microfiber blanky or is it gritty like the side of your luggage?

Its textured but soft.

[Bob]

I am very pleased with Bags Connection Trial-Ql.
http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/2624/451/

I just got one of these to try on the FJR. The thing is so big I have to move my GPS!