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Rd350
| Posted on Monday, May 24, 2004 - 12:55 am: |
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Ok, Finally got the double bubble and Buell custom seat. Thanks Dave!! Those make a big difference. I am ready to hit the road but was wondering if anyone can recommend a seat bag that would go on the back? I don't want saddle bags. And anyone who travels know that back packs suck. And I already have the Buell tank bag. Just need a bag big enough for a day or two of cloths and oil, tools, etc.. Also, what tools do I need? Either going to see the redwoods in Cal. or do the run in the midwest. Thanks.. |
Wyckedflesh
| Posted on Monday, May 24, 2004 - 01:32 am: |
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I am fond of the Tourmaster Cortech tailbag.
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Contrarian
| Posted on Monday, May 24, 2004 - 01:57 am: |
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Hey 350; I'm using a waterproof backpacker's compression bag & cargo net in addition to tank bag. I carry all but the biggest Torx/SAE hex bits to fit shift linkage, swap a belt, or tighten whatever rattles loose. Also carry 1/2, 9/16, 8/10mm, Buell's wheel socket/multi-head screwdriver & a medium vise grip (makes a fair shift lever when clamped over upper shift arm). Drill a small hole 3/4ths of the way through your levers about 2" from the ends, starting from underneath. If you drop the bike, or some drooler knocks it over, the levers'll break at the hole rather than the pivot & leave you something to ride with. Have a great run. |
Curtyd
| Posted on Monday, May 24, 2004 - 12:01 pm: |
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Better yet put webbing loops under the seat around the seat anchor post and the loops out side the seat. 2 more loops around the turnsignal anchored bracket. Long webbing with quick cinch ends and cross them in a big X over a waterproof medium to small duffle bag on the rear seat, I use the Gottleib Waterproof Duffle available at Aerostitch and cinch it down tight. It worked for me on a 800 mile weekend with camping gear. Used a tankbag also and no modifications of bike and no wear spots. |
Henrik
| Posted on Monday, May 24, 2004 - 08:32 pm: |
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I'll second the Gottleib waterproof duffel. Works great, really *is* waterproof and the slanted zipper (waterproof) makes it relatively easy to get to your stuff. Of course I then pack all my stuff in freezer one-zip zip-lock baggies - extra waterproofing and easier packing/unpacking. Rather than crossing the two straps, I fabricated an H-shaped nylon webbing harness that I use to strap it down. The H cross-bar keeps the main straps from separating. The H uprights have quick-release buckles in the middle (I usually just use the cinching feature) and I made loops at either end, that'll slip over the bungie hooks on the SV. Being a belt'n suspender kinda guy, I secure everything with the Bungie Buddy from aerostitch. I replaced the bungie straps with the larger ones - also from Aerostitch. Works great, and is a great place to quickly stash stuff - like a rain suit if things look threatening. Henrik |
Fullpower
| Posted on Monday, May 24, 2004 - 11:51 pm: |
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RD: you dont need to pack oil, they sell it everyplace they sell gasoline. i had a spirited 400 mile ride saturday. ran up to Girdwood for lunch. i just use the buell tankbag for day rides. fits my camera, tire pressure guage, earplugs, sunglasses. i put a few allen wrenches in the factory buell-tool kit, and keep a roll of electrical tape, and a few spare fuses and a headlite and taillight bulb under the seat. and also i wedged an 8 inch adjustable wrench in by the battery. up front, in the space behind the flyscreen i keep a very small tire patch set, with strings, cement, a reamer and a string installer tool. i dont carry inflation supplies, figure i can probably find some air easier then a tire repair on a holiday weekend. |
Bigj
| Posted on Tuesday, May 25, 2004 - 01:46 am: |
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www.wolfmanluggage.com/03Tail/BetaRearBag.html
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Koz5150
| Posted on Wednesday, May 26, 2004 - 01:16 am: |
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That is a cool looking bag. |
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