Universal: Riding Bags/Luggage Thread

[ravisanjeevk]

Guys am a noob biker am plannin 2 get a good travel bag what do u guys suggest i start with?
is Cramster a good choice?
looking at the above threads i feel Cramster's a good option..
Can anyone help me out?

Options available for you if you are buying form India

Cramster
Get off your Ass
Adventure on the Rocks

If you find any other brands, please add them here.

[iamvik]

We, the bikers, in India need better luggage provisions on our bikes. We usually travel with our belongings (simple office essentials, helmet storage while parking, some everyday stuff for travel) - someplace where we can safely dump without the worry of being stoled (or worse - vandalised).

We have, some tank bags, saddle bags - both dont offer security/hard solutions - cant leave em unattended.

Until recently, i had a hard box installed behind the pillion seat - on a splendor carrier retrofitted onto a karizma - confusing everyone Unfortunately, a Maruti Zen rear-ended me and therefore breaking the box.



I always got crazy questions/looks from people - is this pizza box? is it water cooler? is this AirCond for the bike ? why do u spoil the look of the sports bike? (zma is a spbike?) is this a helmet lock?

The box served its purpose - very well. I used it like a car trunk - threw rain gear and umbrella during monsoon, shopping stuff, hotel takeaways, veggies shopping, waste cloth for emergency wiping, additional pair of shoes, helmet and gear when parked.... list is endless.

Wondering if you are aware of any better alternatives ?? locations to purchase / fit the same. Let us share innovative ways to carry luggage.

I love the top case you had. Shame that it was broken by a car. I once lost a helmet and helmet lock the same way.

Could you tell me where you bought the case? I'm interested in one for my FZ.

[iamvik]

Here you go. I don't remember how much they cost when I bought them, maybe Rs.700 each? Something like that. Got them 4 years ago from JC road in Bangalore. I did a fair bit of research and these were the best in the market. The flip side is that these come only for the left side, so the one on your right will have to be fixed in reverse.

You actually mean the other way around, don't you? The right side case looks correct, with the red reflector facing backwards.

[ravisanjeevk]

Here is a link
Hard Motorcycle Trunk Bags and Sissy bar Bags and trunks

[Minotaur]

I use Studd Panniers on my RE - great hard luggage retrofits. Apart from safely storing my belongings, it has saved my leg from being injured once. The ideal combi would be a tail hard top (like yours) , with hard panniers on each side.

i have just that blue volt how does she look?

[aargee]

Cramster saddles

Got mine last week; used them today as a test ride with Wifey riding pillion. Found them extremely useful & had a large storage space.




Why I like this because...
1. easily removable so that I can remove them during my regular ride to office or even when touring when I don't need them.
2. has large storage space & doesn't really need to be balanced
3. Nothing to lock up & leave it; I can carry my own personal stuff

[n_sandy]

Luggage Carrier for Pulser 200

I want to buy Luggage carrier for my Pulser 200... is it available in the market??
or can ny body suggest the design and material if i have to make it from the market?? help me

[Noor]

Query Approved and Merged

[AmoghDox]

We, the bikers, in India need better luggage provisions on our bikes. We usually travel with our belongings (simple office essentials, helmet storage while parking, some everyday stuff for travel) - someplace where we can safely dump without the worry of being stoled (or worse - vandalised).

We have, some tank bags, saddle bags - both dont offer security/hard solutions - cant leave em unattended.

Until recently, i had a hard box installed behind the pillion seat - on a splendor carrier retrofitted onto a karizma - confusing everyone Unfortunately, a Maruti Zen rear-ended me and therefore breaking the box.



I always got crazy questions/looks from people - is this pizza box? is it water cooler? is this AirCond for the bike ? why do u spoil the look of the sports bike? (zma is a spbike?) is this a helmet lock?

The box served its purpose - very well. I used it like a car trunk - threw rain gear and umbrella during monsoon, shopping stuff, hotel takeaways, veggies shopping, waste cloth for emergency wiping, additional pair of shoes, helmet and gear when parked.... list is endless.

Wondering if you are aware of any better alternatives ?? locations to purchase / fit the same. Let us share innovative ways to carry luggage.

Hi PitBull,

This topbox is really a great stuff and essential for the bikers who tours more often, would you please share an info where can I find the topbox like this or is it a custommade, I've tried contacting GIVI (Indonasia) however they are not aware of the fitting of Indian bikes, I would really appreciate if you can
provide us info.

Cheers,
Amogh

[sauravalwaysurs]

We, the bikers, in India need better luggage provisions on our bikes. We usually travel with our belongings (simple office essentials, helmet storage while parking, some everyday stuff for travel) - someplace where we can safely dump without the worry of being stoled (or worse - vandalised).

We have, some tank bags, saddle bags - both dont offer security/hard solutions - cant leave em unattended.

Until recently, i had a hard box installed behind the pillion seat - on a splendor carrier retrofitted onto a karizma - confusing everyone Unfortunately, a Maruti Zen rear-ended me and therefore breaking the box.



I always got crazy questions/looks from people - is this pizza box? is it water cooler? is this AirCond for the bike ? why do u spoil the look of the sports bike? (zma is a spbike?) is this a helmet lock?

The box served its purpose - very well. I used it like a car trunk - threw rain gear and umbrella during monsoon, shopping stuff, hotel takeaways, veggies shopping, waste cloth for emergency wiping, additional pair of shoes, helmet and gear when parked.... list is endless.

Wondering if you are aware of any better alternatives ?? locations to purchase / fit the same. Let us share innovative ways to carry luggage.

Got some questions....
1. Is it turtle from cramster (tank bag)?
2. If yes for above, then how much it do cost u and hows the material quality?
3. Regarding size of the bag, do you feel comfortable in front? Means is the speedo visible and is there any problem in turns when the bag is loaded???
4. Do the powerful magnets have any impact on atm card strips? (Sry if u feel its a stupid question)
5. Any matter if scratches on tank while loading/removing the bag? If yes, any solutions you opted for??

[deejaay]

Got mine last week; used them today as a test ride with Wifey riding pillion. Found them extremely useful & had a large storage space.

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Why I like this because...
1. easily removable so that I can remove them during my regular ride to office or even when touring when I don't need them.
2. has large storage space & doesn't really need to be balanced
3. Nothing to lock up & leave it; I can carry my own personal stuff

Aargee which model is this? Stallion or the Colt?

[aargee]

Aargee which model is this? Stallion or the Colt?

The one on the pic is Stallion for Rx; I've Colt for CBR; did I show them when we met?

[AmoghDox]

Got some questions....
1. Is it turtle from cramster (tank bag)?
YES
2. If yes for above, then how much it do cost u and hows the material quality?
The price of turtle is 1800/- (You may find the store at/ near yoyur city please check out the below mentioned URL )
3. Regarding size of the bag, do you feel comfortable in front? Means is the speedo visible and is there any problem in turns when the bag is loaded???
yes comfortable it depends how do you mount on your tank, however when tankbag is completely loaded you may find difficulties to view entire dashboard (i've had trouble on my RTR though)
4. Do the powerful magnets have any impact on atm card strips? (Sry if u feel its a stupid question)
not quiet sure, i've not face any issues especially when i keep my wallet/ATM cards in sidepockets
5. Any matter if scratches on tank while loading/removing the bag? If yes, any solutions you opted for??

Yes, usually i put plastic or fabric before i mount the tankbag/ magnet straps to avoid the scratches


Here you go:

[ankitshringi]

Yes, usually i put plastic or fabric before i mount the tankbag/ magnet straps to avoid the scratches


Here you go:

While saurav was busy working on-site, i bought a Cramster Turtle for him. Mounted it on my P220 and ther are no visibility issues even when the bag is filled to its max capacity (after expansion).

Also one thing i noted is that the fabric quality, although VFM at 1800/- bucks is a little on the inferior side when compared to Rjays tankbag. Also i think this bag will be a tad small if you want to pack a sweater/jacket along with clothes for a couple of days. Anyways, it is bang for your buck and sticks to the tank like a leech no discomforts even at 120kays

[sauravalwaysurs]

While saurav was busy working on-site, i bought a Cramster Turtle for him. Mounted it on my P220 and ther are no visibility issues even when the bag is filled to its max capacity (after expansion).

Also one thing i noted is that the fabric quality, although VFM at 1800/- bucks is a little on the inferior side when compared to Rjays tankbag. Also i think this bag will be a tad small if you want to pack a sweater/jacket along with clothes for a couple of days. Anyways, it is bang for your buck and sticks to the tank like a leech no discomforts even at 120kays

Yes, usually i put plastic or fabric before i mount the tankbag/ magnet straps to avoid the scratches


Here you go:

Thank you for the required info. and the purchase (special thanks to Ankit )