I need a good cheap tankbag that has a decent sized map pocket that is easily viewable and can carry a few small things like cell phone, wallet, water bottle, etc. Preferably, it would be magnetic as well.
I was looking at the Joe Rocket Manta bag which I get can get for ~$40, but it doesn't have a map window. Other than that, it's just about perfect. Anyone know of a good one for less than $50?
(http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/a/40/a40585a11392511f3f68b76e6b89701e_rough.jpg?height=520&width=580)
You can buy mine $25 shipped ill posr picks when I get home
There's a company called EXL that sells stuff on ebay. Their stuff is cheap and servicable. I'd start there.
Quote from: lawman on March 25, 2009, 12:48:21 PM
There's a company called EXL that sells stuff on ebay. Their stuff is cheap and servicable. I'd start there.
I searched for a user EXL on eBay there are no items for sale :dunno_white:
I like the Rapid Transit Recon 19. It has a map window, is magnetic, has a built in rain cover, holds a hydration bladder, and can be converted into a backpack if needed. Fits perfectly on my GS...
Quote from: tripleb on March 25, 2009, 12:36:16 PM
I was looking at the Joe Rocket Manta bag which I get can get for ~$40, but it doesn't have a map window. Other than that, it's just about perfect. Anyone know of a good one for less than $50?
That was my one complaint about the Manta, I ended up buying it because my gift card covered the whole price. I was debating between the Manta and the CL-300, a little pricier than what you were looking to spend, but it's a nice bag and has all the features you're looking for.
http://www.newenoughhp.com/luggage/tank_bags/nelson_rigg/cl_300_mini_magnetic_motorcycle_tank_bag.html (http://www.newenoughhp.com/luggage/tank_bags/nelson_rigg/cl_300_mini_magnetic_motorcycle_tank_bag.html)
Check out this guy, fits well and was only $15:
http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=45412.msg525374#msg525374
http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=45412.msg526176#msg526176
I have the big brother Rapid transit 19 like Fred has and it is the bomb. I've talked about it many many many times. Can't say good enough things. Here is the 15 compared to mine!
(http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr264/Toogoofy317/P1000315.jpg)
Hope this helps!
Mary
Wow, that rapid transit bag is perfect and $15 is a steal! I think that's a winner. Thanks guys.
Quote from: scottpA_GS on March 25, 2009, 03:42:53 PM
Quote from: lawman on March 25, 2009, 12:48:21 PM
There's a company called EXL that sells stuff on ebay. Their stuff is cheap and servicable. I'd start there.
I searched for a user EXL on eBay there are no items for sale :dunno_white:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/EXL-MB-45-BLACK-MOTORCYCLE-MAGNETIC-TANK-BAG-LUGGAGE_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ72Q3a1205Q7c66Q3a2Q7c65Q3a12Q7c39Q3a1Q7c240Q3a1318Q7c301Q3a1Q7c293Q3a1Q7c294Q3a50QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem290301076866QQitemZ290301076866QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories
http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Moto-DirectUSA-com__W0QQ_armrsZ1
Just making sure you know the one on the right is the $15 one and doesn't have a map holder. At least I didn't see one. Oh yeah at the dealer it is $35 so you'd be saving $20 on it. Mine was $70 but was one of the best $70 I've spent!
congrats on the new bag!
Mary
this is the newenough product page. It looks like it has the map holder to me. Maybe it's a new model or something.
http://www.newenoughhp.com/browse/view_product_images/1592 (http://www.newenoughhp.com/browse/view_product_images/1592)
Cool I can stop back by and check it out if you want. It is about 100 yards from my house to the moto shop so won't be a big deal. I can do a pic of the tags and what not. I don't want you to get a bag and it not have what you want on it. that sucks majorly!
Mary
yeah, that would be cool if it's not out of your way. thanks Mary.:thumb:
Not trying to horn-in, but how about this one? It's a Dowco. It's $56.99 which isn't too far out of your price range and it looks like a nice bag and has the map window you're asking for, sewn-in rain cover, and more. It's 40% off retail right now:
http://www.bikebandit.com/product/6057?WT.mc_id=1222026
I will try my best and get it in the morning they were already closed when I read this!
Mary
Quote from: tripleb on March 26, 2009, 07:50:31 PM
this is the newenough product page. It looks like it has the map holder to me. Maybe it's a new model or something.
http://www.newenoughhp.com/browse/view_product_images/1592 (http://www.newenoughhp.com/browse/view_product_images/1592)
Mine definitely has a map holder. 8) It's exactly what you see here: http://www.newenoughhp.com/browse/view_product_images/1592 No more, no less. My only complaint is the strap mounting system. It's a bit tough to get nice and secure and a little bit of a pain to unstrap if I take the bag off every time I ride. Still, I'm not complaining for $15 (plus the S&H...). :D
Okay what I was seeing is the Recon 11! http://www.newenoughhp.com/luggage/tank_bags/rapid_transit/recon_11_magnetic_motorcycle_tank_bag.html
That one does not have a map window and is much more expensive. Also, this Joe Rocket one looked kinda cool also in the $50 price range! I loved the drink holder on it lol!
(http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr264/Toogoofy317/0328090945-01.jpg)
It looks like the $20 is called the Bradly. They did not have that one at the shop so I can't give any personal info. But if it is rapid transit I'm very sure it is a good product
Mary