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NON magnetic tank bag options

  • 22-04-2013 9:59am
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 128 ✭✭


    Has anyone any recommendations for NON metallic tank bags?

    I have a BMW F650 ST which has a plastic tank surround and I don't want something that's going to be a pain in the ar** just to take on and off. It seems though I don't have too many options with the plastic tank though.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,515 ✭✭✭RosieJoe


    Have a look at this stuff here

    Or the Givi version here. Look at this one first for a video on the system

    Basically, you add a fitting to your petrol cap that is used to hold the tank bag in place. Then the bag clips into this and has a quick release system on it.

    Other option would be bungee cords


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,013 ✭✭✭✭Wonda-Boy


    I have a Givi tank bag that has both magnets and straps and it brilliant I never go anywhere with out it. I have a tank harness that the bag clips onto and off in secs.

    Its similar to the link below.

    http://www.givi.co.uk/soft-luggages/Tank-bags/XS304


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 128 ✭✭underwaterdog


    Givi don't do a tank ring for the ST. I'll have to have a look at the SW-Mothech sfuff, hadn't seen that before.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,044 ✭✭✭Wossack


    Bagster tank protector & bag? pricy though I'd say..!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,907 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    Held do a Velcro version, you attach the velcro under the seat and there is a strap on the front to tension the lot.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,013 ✭✭✭✭Wonda-Boy


    Givi don't do a tank ring for the ST. I'll have to have a look at the SW-Mothech sfuff, hadn't seen that before.

    Mine is not attached to the bike via a tank ring....it has 4 standard clips. You have the option of either magnetic or the Givi Xpress System. ;)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,227 ✭✭✭Thinkingaboutit


    I had a suction cup tank bag. It took a little longer to attach, but there was no danger of scratching the tank.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,013 ✭✭✭✭Wonda-Boy


    The Givi option is top class....its like a large tank vest you strap over and then under the tank once.....which has a large cut out around the fuel cap. Then you clip the bag on and off or just the top two clips when refuelling. Easy!


  • Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 6,201 ✭✭✭KamiKazi


    Take the tank cover off and glue magnets to it lined up with the tankbag magnets ;)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 128 ✭✭underwaterdog


    Went with a 5-9 litre SW-Motech Bagster Day Pack, tank ring and map pocket in the end. Got it through Maddocks in Bray for €143.

    Just clips on and off to tank ring.

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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,515 ✭✭✭RosieJoe


    Looks well! Glad you got it sorted


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,100 ✭✭✭✭Del2005


    Went with a 5-9 litre SW-Motech Bagster Day Pack, tank ring and map pocket in the end. Got it through Maddocks in Bray for €143.

    Just clips on and off to tank ring.

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    That map pocket looks like it wasn't designed for the bag. The rest looks class


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,013 ✭✭✭✭Wonda-Boy


    Good job......looks a tad on the small size, but its nicely made and looks good.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 128 ✭✭underwaterdog


    Del2005 wrote: »
    That map pocket looks like it wasn't designed for the bag. The rest looks class

    It's not really, although it does clip on the bag at the front and velcro at the back so it can be lifted to get into the bag without having to remove it completely. I'm yet to see how it reacts to a bit of wind on the move.


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