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Ummm, yup. More than possible, in my eyes it is ugly. The search continues...Saw this on my Facebook feed. Looks possibly ugly but useful.
Still haven’t come up with anything. Seems like a product that should exist out there somewhere: duffel bag with configurable clamping system to attach to any luggage rack.
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Kriega US Drypacks https://kriega.us/usdrypacks-2 can connect easily to most any rack. Waterproof and available in multiple sizes. I’ve got several of them I use across my fleet.Ummm, yup. More than possible, in my eyes it is ugly. The search continues...
What do you use for attachment points on the R18?Kriega US Drypacks https://kriega.us/usdrypacks-2 can connect easily to most any rack. Waterproof and available in multiple sizes. I’ve got several of them I use across my fleet.
You can run the straps under the pillion seat and rest the bag directly on the pillion seat similar to what tommymck showed with the sw-motech bag. I do that on my S1000R. On my R18 Classic, I replaced my pillion with a Wunderlich luggage rack & just strap direct to that. On my R75 & Vespa which both have a bench seat, I also put the straps under the seat. My GSA has a rack, so I attach to that.What do you use for attachment points on the R18?
The Classic has ~15.5 liters in each of the saddlebags. If you are hoteling, those may be enough. Bring your clothes in a compression sack & you can fit them in half a pannier.Sorry for waking up an old thread here...
I don't yet own an R18, but am seriously considering buying one. In a few weeks, I'll be headed to LA and am renting a Classic from Hertzride to spend a week riding up and down the coast. One thing about the whole plan that needs some consideration is the luggage. My plan is to simply pack a tail bag as my carryon, strap it on when I get there. That way, I can take what I need for 7-days on the road without the issue of storing standard luggage. It's all intended to be a serious test ride, since I don't do long miles on my R9T (but love it for banging around town) and my R80 is great but will never be the torque monster I would like.
I've looks around quite a bit and have not seen anybody mounting something like a Kuryakyn Momentum Drifter Bag or a Saddlemen TS3200DE Deluxe Cruiser Tail Bag to one. I am thinking the Saddleman would just rest on top of the standard side bags, but thought I would run this idea by some current owners.
How nuts is this plan?
Depending on the bulk of the tech gear, what you described should be able to fit in the panniers alone. I usually carry a couple GoPros with assorted mounts and stuff. They take minimal space (use the stock GoPro case) ~5L.Thanks for the perspective. It is a large bag. I like how that model comes with a detachable backpack which would make it nearly within the FAA regs for a carryon. I think I'll need to review my packing list. I am hoteling or at an Air BNB each night, so no camping gear. I am going to be bringing a bit of tech gear to record parts of the trip, but other than that I'll have my riding gear, some minimal fresh essential garments, some non-riding pants/vans, middle layer for warmth, and toiletries. I have not decided between packing the riding gear and wearing as much of it as I can, so that would likely have a big effect on the luggage needs.
Other question: Any of these bags will have some form of nylon strap system to attach to the bike. Should I anticipate any issues with that?
Sorry for the late,late reply.To R18C
Can you tell me where you got the tail rack? Was it from Corbin? What part number for Nelson Rigg?