The Tale of Four Tail Bags! HELP!

[Amber Lamps]

Okay, I'm looking for some honest input here. I am stuck between 4 bags and would like some forum input to help me make my decision. The camo bag is fugly but an exceptional deal and the Fieldsheer is also priced to move. What do you all think?

First;

http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=&L2=&L3=&L4=&item=FTL_CAR007_G#

Second;

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/71/2510/ITEM/Fieldsheer-Expander-Tail-Bag.aspx

Third;

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=290308926330

Fourth;

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=370185867700

[NONE_too_SOFT]

ive got number 3, myself. I honestly like it, it holds plenty of cargo, and is expandable, but most importantly it is CHEAP. plus its got a rain cover and works great with a bungie or two on the back for extra gear.

The cons, though, are that i had some stictching come out due to over packing, and the straps that came with it left something to be desired. Fixed the stitching easily, and If you dont mind using your own tiedowns though i'd definately suggest it.

oh it also has straps to wear as a backpack if your into that sort of thing.

[Amber Lamps]

ive got number 3, myself. I honestly like it, it holds plenty of cargo, and is expandable, but most importantly it is CHEAP. plus its got a rain cover and works great with a bungie or two on the back for extra gear.

The cons, though, are that i had some stictching come out due to over packing, and the straps that came with it left something to be desired. Fixed the stitching easily, and If you dont mind using your own tiedowns though i'd definately suggest it.

oh it also has straps to wear as a backpack if your into that sort of thing.


Thanks Bro! So you have the EXL bag correct? That bag ships for about $60. Actually, I picked four bags that are about the same price shipped but I'm not sure about any of them. Thanks again for your input tho'!

[NONE_too_SOFT]

yeap. exl. for something i only use a few times a year, it was a good deal.

[G-Rex]

None of the above? :lol:

Are those bags even big enough to pack for more than a day?

Just to throw a kink in the mix, here's the bag I use. I have the large one.

Aerostich Motofizz Bag (http://www.aerostich.com/catalog/US/MotoFizz-Camping-Seat-Bags-Small-Medium--Large-p-16405.html)

[zed]

I've got the Oxford version of that one in the first link. holds quite a bit. the Oxford version is pretty well constructed. heavy duty everything.

of course mine is green and says Ninja on it though. ;)
I got mine at Daytona Bike Week a few years ago.

here's their link
http://www.oxprod.com/index.php?pg=3&action=dept&id=47&pid=7&p=

http://www.oxprod.com/photo.php?id=1055

[Amber Lamps]

None of the above? :lol:

Are those bags even big enough to pack for more than a day?

Just to throw a kink in the mix, here's the bag I use. I have the large one.

Aerostich Motofizz Bag (http://www.aerostich.com/catalog/US/MotoFizz-Camping-Seat-Bags-Small-Medium--Large-p-16405.html)


Yea... I'm not YOU! :lol: If I use this bag even one more time this year, I'll be surprised!

[rogue]

Damnit. I need to put Tigger on ignore. He keeps throwing up some kick ass deals and I can't buy! :tt:

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/71/2514/ITEM/Fieldsheer-Roll-Tail-Bag.aspx

[Amber Lamps]

I've got the Oxford version of that one in the first link. holds quite a bit. the Oxford version is pretty well constructed. heavy duty everything.

of course mine is green and says Ninja on it though. ;)
I got mine at Daytona Bike Week a few years ago.

here's their link
http://www.oxprod.com/index.php?pg=3&action=dept&id=47&pid=7&p=

http://www.oxprod.com/photo.php?id=1055


I'm leaning towards the Fieldsheer or Cargo... both have really good reviews. I don't know about the cargo and how high it goes but it does seem to have a greater capacity at 45 liters. :idk:

[Trip]

anyone ever think to recommend our vendor? Tigger check out eclipse luggage.

[Amber Lamps]

anyone ever think to recommend our vendor? Tigger check out eclipse luggage.


Who?

[Trip]

Who?

http://www.eclipseluggage.com/

[Amber Lamps]

Oh, I have honestly never even seen that page! It looks like they have a "monster" bag a lot like the cargo one...
They want $139 for it though...:sorry:

[Sixxxxer]

I like my Gears Navigator one...Derf has it to...I fit like a weeks worth of clothes in it with room to spare.

[t-homo]

I really like how zedx's has the protectors so the straps don't rub on your paint.

[Mr Lefty]

I've got Cortech bags... but the fieldshear bag looks very similar... actually looks a bit bigger. I like it alot... I don't notice it at speed... and that would be my concern with some of those larger one... especially the urban camo one... be hard to strap it down and not have it slide side to side or what ever... ya know?

[Amber Lamps]

I've got Cortech bags... but the fieldshear bag looks very similar... actually looks a bit bigger. I like it alot... I don't notice it at speed... and that would be my concern with some of those larger one... especially the urban camo one... be hard to strap it down and not have it slide side to side or what ever... ya know?


That's what I was thinking too... I'm gonna go with the Fieldsheer.

[the chi]

Just got my feldsheer bags, the whole kit n kaboodle. Compared to the Dowco set I ad last year, these are super bags. Very well constructed and I think I will like them much better. Expandable as well. Ebbs Cortech bags were very nice too, good quality...the set I just got tho I think are larger than his, I went for best bang for my buck and size. All 3, saddle, tail and tank bags are expandable as needed.

[G-Rex]

Something ya'll might do until you're sure how waterproof your soft bags are, is to wrap everything inside in a trash bag liner or something similar. I'd hate to see any electronics get ruined.

That's *part* of why I went to hard bags. Positive sealing with rubber gaskets, *and* I can lock them.

I know most of you though can't even get hardbags unfortunately. Just makin' a suggestion from when I ran soft bags too! :D

[the chi]

Something ya'll might do until you're sure how waterproof your soft bags are, is to wrap everything inside in a trash bag liner or something similar. I'd hate to see any electronics get ruined.

That's *part* of why I went to hard bags. Positive sealing with rubber gaskets, *and* I can lock them.

I know most of you though can't even get hardbags unfortunately. Just makin' a suggestion from when I ran soft bags too! :D


Outstanding advice!! I do this as well, Ebbs should remember, I had bags everywhere!:lol:

[Amber Lamps]

Just got my feldsheer bags, the whole kit n kaboodle. Compared to the Dowco set I ad last year, these are super bags. Very well constructed and I think I will like them much better. Expandable as well. Ebbs Cortech bags were very nice too, good quality...the set I just got tho I think are larger than his, I went for best bang for my buck and size. All 3, saddle, tail and tank bags are expandable as needed.


Yep I went with Fieldsheer also! I only got the tailbag, although I was tempted to get the saddlebags which were only $79! I don't plan on going on too many long distance trips on my torture rack, I mean motorcycle so... Besides, no offense, but I'm not a girl! I only plan on bringing a couple pairs of jeans, a bunch of socks/underware, a pair of shoes, and some t-shirts. I'll get the bag Tues and do a "trial load". We'll see from there. Oh, I also have a tank bag for loose junk and I still may bring my back pack, since I just paid $50 for it!

[Amber Lamps]

Something ya'll might do until you're sure how waterproof your soft bags are, is to wrap everything inside in a trash bag liner or something similar. I'd hate to see any electronics get ruined.

That's *part* of why I went to hard bags. Positive sealing with rubber gaskets, *and* I can lock them.

I know most of you though can't even get hardbags unfortunately. Just makin' a suggestion from when I ran soft bags too! :D


Yea, I bought 2.5 gallon zip lock bags for that purpose. Between the bag already being water resistant, the included rain cover and these bags, I should be okay.

[Sixxxxer]

Yea, I bought 2.5 gallon zip lock bags for that purpose. Between the bag already being water resistant, the included rain cover and these bags, I should be okay.

Same here...I think Ill be ok...Plus Ill be keeping an eye on the weather before I leave to see if Im even gonna have to worry about the wetness

[Phenix_Rider]

I've got Cortech bags... but the fieldshear bag looks very similar... actually looks a bit bigger. I like it alot... I don't notice it at speed... and that would be my concern with some of those larger one... especially the urban camo one... be hard to strap it down and not have it slide side to side or what ever... ya know?

I like the Cortech tailbag too. Haven't used the saddlebags yet. As for waterproof... Last I used it in the rain, my gym clothes were sweaty anyhow- couldn't tell the difference. :lol:

[lauralynne]

here's my input: NO matter what bag you end up with - use clips and NOT BUNGEES to attach it. Bungees will fail and getting a tail bag between your swingarm and rear tire at 120mph is a life changing experience.

[Amber Lamps]

here's my input: NO matter what bag you end up with - use clips and NOT BUNGEES to attach it. Bungees will fail and getting a tail bag between your swingarm and rear tire at 120mph is a life changing experience.


Ha been there, done that! Back in '97, I had a tail bag on my '97 YZF1000 and it slipped off and into my rear tire with my camcorder in it! The maker of the bag covered all of my repairs and my camcorder! This is the first one I've bought since! I'm thinking about strapping it to my seat cowl somehow. In fact, I have a couple old ones that I've considered bolting the pack to.

[zed]

I'm thinking about strapping it to my seat cowl somehow. In fact, I have a couple old ones that I've considered bolting the pack to.

I know it looks goofy as hell but it works.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/zedx10r/my%20bike%20pictures/7c930c58.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/zedx10r/my%20bike%20pictures/838512a7.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/zedx10r/my%20bike%20pictures/workpictures007.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/zedx10r/my%20bike%20pictures/workpictures013.jpg

[Amber Lamps]

I know it looks goofy as hell but it works.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/zedx10r/my%20bike%20pictures/7c930c58.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/zedx10r/my%20bike%20pictures/838512a7.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/zedx10r/my%20bike%20pictures/workpictures007.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/zedx10r/my%20bike%20pictures/workpictures013.jpg

Yea there's an Emgo hard case for $70 that I took a hard look at... Hmmm...

[the chi]

I know it looks goofy as hell but it works.



Zed, thats actually a pretty clever thing to do. I know if I'd had something like that it wouldve saved me scratches and lots of time strapping!

[Mr Lefty]

I may have to do that to my rear seat... I don't take passangers!


oh and the cortech bags are like sponges... they will SUCK moisture out of the air! :lol:

[zed]

Zed, thats actually a pretty clever thing to do. I know if I'd had something like that it wouldve saved me scratches and lots of time strapping!

thanks. the shop I was working at when I made it had a bunch of old school racks in storage. didn't take long to make either.

[Amber Lamps]

Zed, thats actually a pretty clever thing to do. I know if I'd had something like that it wouldve saved me scratches and lots of time strapping!

Yep,I'm kinda sorry I didn't buy a trunk now! I have two other seat cowls so it's no problem for me to make something. I'd hate to lose the shipping but I still may get the EMGO piece and send the Fieldsheer back. With the hard case, weather is not a problem anymore. Hmmm...

[rogue]

Yep,I'm kinda sorry I didn't buy a trunk now! I have two other seat cowls so it's no problem for me to make something. I'd hate to lose the shipping but I still may get the EMGO piece and send the Fieldsheer back. With the hard case, weather is not a problem anymore. Hmmm...

Does this mean you've decided not to trailer the bike? You're buying luggage....

[Amber Lamps]

Does this mean you've decided not to trailer the bike? You're buying luggage....

Yea... I don't feel like putting a hitch on my POS car so... Trust me I'm gonna be hauling as much ass as possible, that's for sure!

[Phenix_Rider]

here's my input: NO matter what bag you end up with - use clips and NOT BUNGEES to attach it. Bungees will fail and getting a tail bag between your swingarm and rear tire at 120mph is a life changing experience.

I just found that the bungees on my tailbag wore right through the clear and basecoat, and into the plastic on my tail. :td: Add that to three days in a row of nice weather when I have cords showing in the rear tire, and I'm not happy right now.

[rogue]

Yea... I don't feel like putting a hitch on my POS car so... Trust me I'm gonna be hauling as much ass as possible, that's for sure!

Me too! Almost 600 miles! :panic: I thought I had the route and leave time planned. Then I realized I had Amorok and me hitting ATL too close to rush hour for my liking. :panic: So now I have us leaving alot earlier...he's not liking it. :lol:

I'm REALLY not looking forward to riding all those miles in one day. Noone better laugh when I'm finally able to crawl off the bike, damnit! :lmao:

BTW, do you know where I can get a nice size bungee net? :D The last one I got here barely stretched over my rear seat and couldn't hold shit!

[Amber Lamps]

Me too! Almost 600 miles! :panic: I thought I had the route and leave time planned. Then I realized I had Amorok and me hitting ATL too close to rush hour for my liking. :panic: So now I have us leaving alot earlier...he's not liking it. :lol:

I'm REALLY not looking forward to riding all those miles in one day. Noone better laugh when I'm finally able to crawl off the bike, damnit! :lmao:

BTW, do you know where I can get a nice size bungee net? :D The last one I got here barely stretched over my rear seat and couldn't hold shit!


Bike Bandit for $2.99

[rogue]

Bike Bandit for $2.99

It's not that really small bungee net is it? That thing won't hold shit on my bike.

[Amber Lamps]

It's not that really small bungee net is it? That thing won't hold shit on my bike.

Fuck, I don't know biatch! get your ass to a dealership and buy a God damn net! :lol: I honestly don't know what size it is, if you want a really big net, go to Walmart and get one. They have really big ones!

[rogue]

Fuck, I don't know biatch! get your ass to a dealership and buy a God damn net! :lol: I honestly don't know what size it is, if you want a really big net, go to Walmart and get one. They have really big ones!

I don't go to the stealerships around here. The couple of bike stores here only have the small cargo nets and they aren't worth a damn :rolleyes:

I thought you'd know a little something about the nets since you seem to be Mr. Know It All with gear and most other bike accessories! redflip

[zed]

Me too! Almost 600 miles! :panic: I thought I had the route and leave time planned. Then I realized I had Amorok and me hitting ATL too close to rush hour for my liking. :panic: So now I have us leaving alot earlier...he's not liking it. :lol:

I'm REALLY not looking forward to riding all those miles in one day. Noone better laugh when I'm finally able to crawl off the bike, damnit! :lmao:

BTW, do you know where I can get a nice size bungee net? :D The last one I got here barely stretched over my rear seat and couldn't hold shit!

Tina and I did just over that with most of it being in the rain, torrential rain. don't think I was ever happier to get off the bike.

[rogue]

Tina and I did just over that with most of it being in the rain, torrential rain. don't think I was ever happier to get off the bike.

I did that a couple of years ago. I rode from Austin, Tx to Fort Worth. Then from there to home. It was a little over 500 miles, with it raining hard for most of the ride. :panic:

BTW, I found some cargo nets that I can use. :D
http://www.jafrum.com/Accessories/Tie-Downs/ACBungee-Black-Vega-Black-Bungee-Cargo-Net

[Phenix_Rider]

I don't go to the stealerships around here. The couple of bike stores here only have the small cargo nets and they aren't worth a damn :rolleyes:

I thought you'd know a little something about the nets since you seem to be Mr. Know It All with gear and most other bike accessories! redflip

I've seen 4'x6' nets for truck beds. Think that's big enough? :nee:

[G-Rex]

Please don't use bungee nets! That's 'not' secure! Use a tie-down strap or similar first.

[the chi]

Ya know, I just gotta say for those that tend toward bungee cables...

It CAN be done, and it can be done properly, with everything secure and no wear and tear on the bike and without the extra expenditure of unnecessary nets, etc...

BUT, you gotta be able to tie down as if your life depends on it and it takes some elbow grease. I wish I had pictures of my first few trips. :lol:

Backpack, large garbage bag, 5 varying length bungees, and some soft rags.

Use the rags to wrap around the bungees where they may contact the bike. Use only secure, preferably frame parts or rear pegs to attach cables to, and go not only left to right, but side to side, intertwining and essentially making your own net. YOu can also hook bungees under the rear cowl or seat and put it back on for addtl security. Just a thought for those who dont have the cash to buy fancy stuff or bags, etc...you an also just take the seat or cowl off for a flatter more stable bag position.

[rogue]

Please don't use bungee nets! That's 'not' secure! Use a tie-down strap or similar first.

That's how I packed riding to Austin. I used a cargo net and a couple of straps. No issues. :D

However, now I don't have to worry about it. I have a bag coming. It's an early birthday present. :rockwoot:

[t-homo]

I will occasionally use a bungee net over a dufflebag for small weekend trips. Never had a problem with it, but i'm not the guy who goes 115 down the highway either.

[rogue]

I will occasionally use a bungee net over a dufflebag for small weekend trips. Never had a problem with it, but i'm not the guy who goes 115 down the highway either.

That's me. Back last year when I didn't have a car, I grocery shopped with two backpacks. One got netted over the back seat and the other I wore. I could get almost a weeks worth of food for 3 home with them, aside from bread and milk. I had a store close by that I would run to for those items.

Cargo nets are awesome for strapping down cases of beer too! :rockwoot:

Hmmm.....even though my old net is worn out, it'll still hold beer. Maybe I need to take it for the rally. :D