| Author | Message | ||
     Svmotoman |
I'm looking for reviews of the XB9S(X) detachable Saddlebag and Trunk Bag combination. Anybody put them through the ringer yet? I have 15% off coupon I'm thinking of using in next couple of days :-) | ||
| Xb9ser |
I don't know yet but I've got them on order from Daves. | ||
| Mike_bolts |
I'm buying the same set up next month from Daves. There are no other alternatives made to fit the XB specifically. Ideally I would like some hard bags. | ||
| Cataract2 |
I have both. I like the saddle bags being they fit the bike well. Only problem is the zippers tend to fail if you overload the bag and I'm having troubles with the right side bag on that right now. Just need to call Buell support and get that taken care of. The trunk bag (I believe it's called) is good for caring enough stuff for a 3 day weekend. I used it for a 2 week trip. The rain cover for the trunk bag works really well too. If you have any other questions on this stuff ask away. | ||
| Svmotoman |
Can you describe how the saddlebags attach to the bike and how quick a process it is to get them on/off? Looks like the Trunkbag just clips to saddebags with 4 clips (by looking at the pictures), is that the case? ...thanks much. (Message edited by svmotoman on December 29, 2005) | ||
| Cataract2 |
I'll just post pictures. They will tell you all you need to know. Be back in a minute. | ||
| Cataract2 |
Oooook. Here's some pictures of mine. Here's a top view of them. You can see how the straps run across from one side to the other.  I'm post this pic to give you a heads up. I found that at this strap point the strap was rubbing the ECM wires and was begining to cut into them. I fixed this with just a bit of electrical tape to prevent any future problems. I recommend if you get these to do the same.  This front strap for the bags connects to your passanger pegs. Yes, you will need those pegs for this. No, you can't have any passangers on the bike with these bags because they block access to the pegs for a passanger.  A behind view. Same strap as above.  My version of cheap security. Since the bags use zippers I figured why not get some small locks to lock them together. Better than nothing I figure.  The bags some with a reflector relocation brackets. I put them on to keep the bike DOT legal, but also have plans to add LED's to them in the future. Anyways, this also shows, kinda, where the back strap runs. It connects to those brackets. You don't have to add these brackets as the stock ones will work, they just put this in so you could move the reflectors for DOT requirements. I just happened to like them.  This last picture also shows the clips that the tail bag will use. The tail bag just sits on top clipped in. I can tell you it works being I used mine for a 4500 miles trip. Though I feel in the future I will be getting the 45 liter bag from American Sportbike just for the added luggage room. The tail bag can work for long trips, you just have to have another bag for extra stuff. | ||
| Svmotoman |
Hey Cataract2, This was waaaay above and beyond your BadWeb duty, but VERY appreciated. Though after looking at the pics. I can't say I'm sold. Looks like lots of chaffing can occur in multiple places...hmm. I was pleased with the Buell tankbag because of its custom Buell mounting, but this doesn't look as well thought out. Can those straps go over the seat instead of under (for faster mounting and less chaffing)? they look kinda short and not very secure (just velcro). What 45 litre bag were you mentioning? The only thing I see on AmericanSportbike is that Ventura system (which is intruiging, especially because it can work with a passenger, but butt ugly). | ||
| Bartimus |
I have the saddlebags AND the tailbag for the lightning models. I'm sorry to say, I'm not impressed at all. In my opinion, the saddlebags are way too small, I can fit my rainsuit in one, that's it.  They don't hang evenly, kind of sag down like in the pica above. The tailbag, although is a nice touch, but unfortunatly, the only way to attach it to the bike is with the saddlebags! If you want to run with just the tailbag, you need to be creative. There are NO D-rings or anything else to attach a bungee to except for on each side of the handle. The tailbag is roomy though, and easily holds about the same as both saddlebags. Also, isn't it kind of stupid to design saddlebags that cover the passenger footpegs? Hmmm, just what do you do with your significant other when you both want to go on a long distance ride? If I had it to do over again I'd go with the Cortec bags, they can be found at Denniskirk.com and other motorcycle parts wherhouses. Here are a pic of the bags mounted on an S2. http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=&store=Main&catI d=407&productId=505203&leafCatId=40710&mmyId= here is the tailbag: http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=&store=Main&catI d=407&productId=p505209&leafCatId=40705&mmyId= This tailbag is almost identical to the BUELL tailbag except it has D-rings in each corner to bungee it to the bike if your not using the saddlebags. Good luck in your search, post here if you find something better that will attach to the XB line... | ||
| Metalstorm |
The Ventura pack system works very well on the lightning. If you have the big 45 liter pack on the proper solo way (resting on the passenger pillion) it can be quite cramped but turned around it works great. There are also 35 liter bags available. Two 45 bags or two 35 bags or one 45 & one 35 bags can be zipped together for mucho capacity when traveling solo. I had thought about getting the Buell saddle bags & trunk bag a while back but I decided I liked the simplicity & ease of the Ventura. | ||
| Xb9srider |
Ryan, you did a 4500 mile trip on an S? Dude, you so totally rock!("Finding Nemo", I have a 2 1/2 year old) I've taken a few weekends on my '03 9S and thought it was a great bike for the job (comfortable, adequate protection, plenty of sport, limitless soul). I'm planning a longer trip next summer to visit my nephew in Air Force pilot training and will take the Buell. It's surprising how well this great little bike handles a long ride. As for luggage, I bought a set of soft bags w/a tailbag, strapped it all on well and went (Oxford Luggage Humpback series, excellent craftsmanship, great looking, plenty big for me). They worked out great, seem bigger than the Buell stuff and less expensive (plus, I can easily use it on another bike). Either way, ride safe and enjoy the trip. Mark  Never Give Up! | ||
| Cataract2 |
Only chaffing came on the ECM wires. I've had those bags on for about 20,000 miles and the chaffing on the ECM came only on my trip. Little electrical tape and all was well. You just need to use painters tape, that's what I use, to protect the frame. Above the Badweb call for duty. Never. Pictures say a thousand words. Besides, I wasn't doing anything anyways. (Message edited by Cataract2 on December 29, 2005) | ||
| Vito |
I have the tail bag for when I ride to work, I have the saddlebags, trunk bag, and tank bag for when I go anywhere and have had no problems to report. I have to keep my eyes on the mounts for the tank bag as the shoulder bolts tend to work loose. When hockey season slows down, I will probably put some loctite on the bolts. When I clean the bike, I do look at the wiring harness, as you can see it could be a problem with chafing, so thanks cataract2 for the suggestion. Other than that, I like the way they look on the bike, and they are very easy to pop off in a matter of seconds. My 2 cents! | ||
| Raymondt |
I bought the coretech sport sadle bags and tail bag for my XB12S. they match well in red and seem to be secure but take all of the passenger space. The tail bag makes a good back rest! They are much larger and better built than the Buell bags check them out on tourmasters coretech website and misc other suppliers. Top notch stuff, I will let you know how they perform in real touring but initially they look like they will be great. | ||
| Mckennaxb12r |
Bought the saddlebags for the xb12r and I was pissed when I got them. First it took like two weeks to get them in, then the size of them was tiny. Not too mention the quality of the bags themselves. I got a good deal on them at 20% off and I looked at them, put them on once and returned them the following day. I couldn't fathom spending over a hundred dollars for such crap. Yes, they might fit the bike's lines but the quality is junk. I have a CORTECH super mini-strap tank bag on it and the quality is ten fold that of the Buell. Come late winter I will gladly plunkitt a hundred dollars down on the CORTECH saddlebags that match the tank bag. Disappointing to say the least!!!! | ||
| Heretic |
I like the Coretech bags, and the Fieldsheer bags far better than the Buell bags. http://www.fieldsheer.com Find a place where you can look at them, there's too much to compare with just pics. Fieldsheer lists for $89 - $129. Great functionality, lots of pockets, reflective, better mounting. The Tourismo is expandable. ($114 at dsrpowersports.com - free shipping) The Rio is smaller.  | ||
| Heretic |
BTW, I like the Fieldsheer bags so much that I'm putting my Tourmaster Coretech Sport bags up for sale. - 50 bucks Any takers? They're about two months old, used five times, with slight abrasion from bouncing onto the tire a couple of times. | ||
| Dtx |
Cataract, You are a helluva badwebber! Thanks for the pics. Drake | ||
| Cataract2 |
When I can I will help out. I have a Cortech seat bag and love it. Had it about 3 years now and never had a problem with it. | ||
| Cataract2 |
Heretic, how well do those Fieldsheer Tourismo bags fit on your S model? Any pics of them mounted? | ||
| Heretic |
I fit them at the dealer, and they looked great. But I ordered them for MUCH less at dsrpowersports.com. I will have them in a couple of days. I'll try and get a pic up then. Meanwhile I'm having tank bag issues. It's a tough "tank" to fit to. I think the Marsee wedge fits, but I have to work it out. I don't like clip ons at all. | ||
| Svmotoman |
Check out these 2 options.... (not a fan of bungies). http://www.wolfmanluggage.com/03Tail/MiniBeta.html http://www.chaseharper.com/TailTrunks/TailTrunks.htm?al=4100&fr=4100.htm& | ||
| Svmotoman |
and this.... sigh http://www.revpack.com/motorcycle/products/TourPack.html | ||
| Clydeglide |
Has anyone seen these? http://www.touratech-usa.com/news_images/XB12X-Ulyssesp64p65.jpg?-session=tourat ech:FC217566DE881CECF1B3FE1DA3ABBEC1  | ||
| Bbstacker |
These are the Cortech sport bags I use on my 9R. They are pretty big, zip open from the top, look cool and are moderately priced. Under $120. There is another pic from the side on my profile.  | ||
| Skully |
I too like the Ventura rack and pack system. It is made specifically for Buells and is model specific.  As you can see, it was easy to get a week's worth of camping gear on my bike. Keith | ||
| Bake |
Keith; That sure looks like it put the weight way back? | ||
| Dbird29 |
Keith - The Wheelie King! | ||
| Metalstorm |
It looks like the heaviest stuff is over the passenger seat. If you lean forward and use the throttle as a rheostat instead of an on-off switch you can avoid the unexpected wheelie. Intentional wheelies however, can be had at the speed of thought I reckon  On edit: I say reckon cause I havn't tried to pop the front wheel up while carrying cargo but I'm sure it must be easy to do  (Message edited by Metalstorm on January 01, 2006) | ||
| Skully |
It is easier to wheelie but it is not as radical to ride as you might think. When I hotel it instead of camping, I have a smaller bag that I put on and I turn the rack around to the front so the luggage is farther forward. I really can't tell it is even there in this case. Keith |
