Member Contributer spinalator Posted May 31, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted May 31, 2013 So my trusty magnetic Wolfman will not work well on the new VFR, what tank bag are you kids using on the 1200? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Yokel Posted May 31, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted May 31, 2013 I use a Givi Tanklok. Its about the best money I've spent on the 1200. Over a year, no problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer InlineSk8r Posted May 31, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted May 31, 2013 I use the Joe Rocket small manta tank bag for day trips. all the magnets touch the metal tank Large enough for repair kit, small water bottle, sunglasses, phone, and nick nacks...but that's about it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volfy Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Cortech Dryver small. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianF Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Cortech Super 10 (maybe super 14?) I think...strappy strappy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer spinalator Posted June 1, 2013 Author Member Contributer Share Posted June 1, 2013 I have not had a strapped one before, I like the idea of tank lock ones. Twisted throttle has some motech ones that have some attachment to the gas filler cap as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilprofessore Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I also use the GIVI tanklock, very very good product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer hvfrdave Posted June 1, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted June 1, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Cogswell Posted June 1, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted June 1, 2013 I don't have a 1200, but if I were looking for a strap on bag, RKA makes some very nice products - they have many options for customizing - and made in the U.S. http://www.rka-luggage.com/A02%20Tankbags/com%20bag%20Build%20sheet/Master%20Accessoires%20Build%20Sheet.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer The mailman Posted June 2, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted June 2, 2013 I had a strap-on on my '97 for ten years and it worked great but the straps eventually dulled the finish under them no matter how careful of dirt/debris I was. When I bought my '07 this past fall, 2thdr turned me on to the tanklock bags from Givi and I absolutely love mine. NOTHING touches the paint, one lever removes it in a flash for fueling, and it is constructed of very durable materials. Mounting/dismounting is so much simpler than clips from 3 straps. A+ on the Givi Tanklock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer hvfrdave Posted June 2, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted June 2, 2013 I had a strap-on on my '97 for ten years and it worked great but the straps eventually dulled the finish under them no matter how careful of dirt/debris I was. When I bought my '07 this past fall, 2thdr turned me on to the tanklock bags from Givi and I absolutely love mine. NOTHING touches the paint, one lever removes it in a flash for fueling, and it is constructed of very durable materials. Mounting/dismounting is so much simpler than clips from 3 straps. A+ on the Givi Tanklock! Funny that I have done thousands of miles with the Honda tank bag on my VFR, and no dull or paint issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer The mailman Posted June 2, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted June 2, 2013 Funny that I have done thousands of miles with the Honda tank bag on my VFR, and no dull or paint issues. Like everything else, it's a personal choice. Mine wasn't eating into the paint so much as dulling the clear coat in areas under the straps. From some angles, you couldn't see it - from others, it was obvious that something had been contacting the surface. I think after using the same bag for 10 years, it would be almost impossible NOT to eventually wear the surface at some point. I think rubbing something as soft as facial tissue on one point long enough would do the same. I just prefer the Givi that has ZERO contact at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 I have several tankbags, one of the two magnetic ones will work - but is small enough to be just for day rides. Doesn't carry much. Surprisingly my favorite tankbag, a Wolfman Rainier (straps), works really well on the VFR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dgordon Posted June 2, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted June 2, 2013 Givi Tanklock, if its available for your bike is absolutely the way to go. Simply an excellent product. NO scratches, and best convenience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Givi Tanklock, if its available for your bike is absolutely the way to go. Simply an excellent product. NO scratches, and best convenience. http://www.revzilla.com/assets/0000/0281/Givi_Flange.pdf Flange BF03 fits the VFR 1200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer spinalator Posted June 3, 2013 Author Member Contributer Share Posted June 3, 2013 I just ordered a Givi Tanklock flange kit and bag for the beast. I use a tank bag a lot around town, and really like to have handy stuff in there when touring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 This is a first gear magnetic bag. Fits perfect. Easy on off, and only touches the black paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Givi tank lock system is the best by a country mile compared to magnets or straps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volfy Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Good to know the magnetic tankbags work well on the VFR1200. I would've thought the plastic tank side covers would pose problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auspanglish Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I'm surprised Dutchy hasn't spoken up yet on strap on products... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZesPak Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 Another vote here for the Givi Tanklock. Love mine, absolutely great and the size is spot on for my use as well (take out dinner, pants & shoes, ...). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 I have a Marsee tank bag with tank lock system. Had it on my '03 and the bolt pattern is the same on the 2013 . So I plunked it on. Was very happy with it on the '03 and expect I will be with it on the new bike. Thinking about lectrafying it. Has anyone done this with their tank bag?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 Bagster tank bag and cover, protects the whole tank, and expands into a large bag if needed or a small ish day bag. http://www.baglux.co.uk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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