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04-07-2007, 4:09 PM
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| Join Date: 09-29-2006 Location: New York
Bike(s): 2007 Suzuki Bandit 1250SA Age: 43 Posts: 212
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| Messenger bags So I've switched from a ST1300 to a 919 recently. And since the trade I've discovered I don't like riding with a backpack -- raises your center of gravity, tough to get on and off with gear, and probably not safe in getoff. I'd rather not add bags to the new bike. So I'm about to try the courier/messenger bag thing. Seems like the Timbuk2 bags are really popular. They are also pricey. Anyone have input on these bags, or Timbuk2, or Marsee courier bags they could share? Thanks! | |
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04-07-2007, 4:15 PM
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| Join Date: 08-22-2006 Location: Midgard
Bike(s): 2003 CBR954rr Posts: 769
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| Re: Messenger bags I just got a set of Nelson Rigss Saddle bags with an attachable tail bag. I haven't ridden with them yet, but they do offer tons of room and look fairly sturdy. They come on and off the bike easily and seem to clear the pipe. I hate backpacks because two of my jackets have armor on the back, making the backpack hard to wear. Last edited by steingar : 04-07-2007 at 6:20 PM. |
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04-08-2007, 6:37 AM
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| Join Date: 09-29-2006 Location: New York
Bike(s): 2007 Suzuki Bandit 1250SA Age: 43 Posts: 212
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| Re: Messenger bags Well I've kind of pinned myself here -- I don't like riding with a backpack and I'd rather not add bags to the bike. So I'm leaning toward a messenger bag from either Timbuk2, Chrome, or Marsee to commute to carry my laptop, gym clothes, folders, and lunch. Anyone have one of these bags or opinions on messenger/courier bags? |
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04-08-2007, 7:13 AM
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| Join Date: 01-31-2007 Location: Richmond, VA
Bike(s): 2006 CBR 1000RR Candy Blue/ Yellow Posts: 11
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| Re: Messenger bags I have a chrome,,,I love it. Easy on and off with stuff in it |
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04-08-2007, 8:11 AM
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| Resigned to pursue other interests.   Join Date: 05-01-2001 Location: Raleigh, NC
Bike(s): 2007 Honda ST1300 Age: 36 Posts: 12,313
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| Re: Messenger bags How about a large tank bag that converts to a backpack? Or does "not adding bags to the bike" include tank bags also? |
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04-08-2007, 8:22 AM
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| Join Date: 09-29-2006 Location: New York
Bike(s): 2007 Suzuki Bandit 1250SA Age: 43 Posts: 212
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| Re: Messenger bags Tank bags are great, but I prefer the smaller ones that aren't towering so high that you can't see the gauges, or so wide that they interfere with turning. I figured for something the size of a laptop that a carry-on bag made more sense. I guess I'll have to find out. |
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04-08-2007, 9:38 PM
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| I'm groovin b**ches    Join Date: 05-19-2005 Location: Bronx, NY
Bike(s): 95 VFR Age: 92 Posts: 1,627
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| Re: Messenger bags I'd have to agree with Conq.... a convertible tank bag or tail bag sounds like the way to go... I've only used a messenger bag once and its annoying because it slides forward around me or weighs one side of me. And its no safer in a get off than a back pack. The only thing I want clinging on to my back while I ride is a hot chick. -jh
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04-08-2007, 10:09 PM
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| Obey  Join Date: 04-22-2006 Location: Long Island, NY
Bike(s): 1998 Superhawk, 1999 Superhawk Age: 29 Posts: 217
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| Re: Messenger bags I have a Chrome bag and ride with it every day to work. Probably wouldn't have tried it but a friend's uncle makes 'em. Great bags, durable cordura with a waterproof removable liner, come in a few different sizes. They don't move around on your back, are tough as hell and quite comfortable. The majority of bike couriers I know use Chrome bags for these reasons. |
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04-09-2007, 7:14 AM
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| Join Date: 09-29-2006 Location: New York
Bike(s): 2007 Suzuki Bandit 1250SA Age: 43 Posts: 212
Rep: (59) Rep Power: 3
| Re: Messenger bags Seems like Chrome, Timbuk2, and PAC bags are the most popular and get the best reviews. And all of these come with a waist strap that keeps the bag behind you, low on the back. I just can't bring myself to strap on a tank bag thats big enough to accommodate a laptop. The Cortech Sport tail bag is an option though. |
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