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Title: Panniers and tail bag
Post by: rashy68 on October 30, 2012, 10:29:07 PM
Hi All

I'm sure somebody probably has a thread about this but thought I would start my own. I am looking to get some panniers and a tail bag to do some overnight rides. Big enough to fit clothes, shoes and toiletries etc. I would also like to do some overnight camping in the future as I have some good hiking stuff that packs away really small and is very light weight. Can anybody recommend anything? Had a look on the web and there seems to be quite a few brands. Of course I am always looking for the cheapest alternative but something that will last a while too.

Cheers
Title: Re: Panniers and tail bag
Post by: rashy68 on October 30, 2012, 10:56:11 PM
This looks pretty good and affordable.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TOUR-PAK-TP-52-BIKE-PAK-MOTORCYCLE-LUGGAGE-BAG-/251166340954?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a7aae375a
Title: Re: Panniers and tail bag
Post by: Bear on October 30, 2012, 11:24:24 PM
I have an RJays bag.. ;) goes from 44 litres to 60 litres.. :icon_eek:. done an over nighter with it, fitted everything really well including spare oil and some tools just in case... :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Panniers and tail bag
Post by: ThatOtherGuy on October 31, 2012, 04:59:05 AM
I use Oxford panniers, but I was happy to pay for them to get the lifetime warranty and they are such that they will go from bike to bike for my lifetime, so to me a good investment.  however one thing I will say is that no matter what the claims are about water proof capabilities, just go to a camping/hiking store and buy waterproof liner bags and store everything in them before placing in the pannier.  water will always find a way in, so best to protect it inside the pannier.
Title: Re: Panniers and tail bag
Post by: slipperymongoose on October 31, 2012, 05:17:34 AM
A Ventura is a good place to start
Title: Re: Panniers and tail bag
Post by: noworries on November 02, 2012, 12:14:20 AM
Using Ventura rack/bag/panniers on the GS for the camping trips. Strong fabric construction but zips are a but suspect. Find the Ventura panniers' openings make loading clumsy. Protection under panniers needed to prevent scratches on the plastics.
Title: Re: Panniers and tail bag
Post by: bobcat on November 07, 2012, 08:28:52 PM
I have the ventura rack and bag - that's the way to go, can fit heaps on them; and ventura tail bag as well, but even at expandable they're too small for anything other than a pair of shoes plus bits and pieces
Title: Re: Panniers and tail bag
Post by: rashy68 on November 08, 2012, 05:26:44 PM
Thinking of going for these 2. Not too expensive and a total of 99 litres storage. Local seller and don't need a luggage rack.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TOUR-PAK-GT-TAIL-SEAT-RACK-EXPANDABLE-MOTORCYCLE-LUGGAGE-BAG-/261016172298?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3cc5c6b70a

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Panniers-motorcycle-bags-motorcycle-luggage-TOUR-PAK-/251133772102?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a78bd4146
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