I found a good deal (SierraTradingPost.com) and ordered one of these, but I'm worried that it's going to be too huge. I got the strap-on version so it would work on the plastic tank on my Falco, which is about the same size as my VFR was.
Anyone using a Marsee 35L bag? It'll probably be OK if it doesn't get in my way, and it's not too floppy when it's not really loaded up. I do like to have enough room to carry a pair of tennis shoes, sweathshirt, snacks. It may be big enough to put my helmet in when parked!
I just got the Marsee 35L strap-on bag and tried it out on the Falco. The straps are certainly secure, but with a steel tank, the magnetic bags would certainly be more convenient. The 35L bag isn't as big as I thought it would be in its normal position, and fits great on a 5+ gallon tank. Expanded to its full height, it's very tall and totally obscures the gages. Check out these deals if you're looking for a bag. SierraTradingPost
Those look like nice bags. I finally bought a tank bag last month - a decent Icon magnetic bag. Not the biggest, but certainly adequate for commuting and running around.
I think about the only reason I wouldn't buy a magnetic bag would be if you move on to a bike without a steel outer tank, like a couple BMWs I've looked at. Of course, if you're spending that kind of money, what's a new tank bag? Pocket change really.
If and when I need a bigger bag I may end up with a TourMaster or Oxford. Oxford's zippers are pretty stiff but I'd bet the break in well. Hoping to find some deals on bags at the Cleveland motorcycle show in January. Definitely need a set of soft bags (panniers) for 2007!
fallzboater, Dec 18 2006, 01:38 PMI found a good deal (SierraTradingPost.com) and ordered one of these, but I'm worried that it's going to be too huge. I got the strap-on version so it would work on the plastic tank on my Falco, which is about the same size as my VFR was.
Anyone using a Marsee 35L bag? It'll probably be OK if it doesn't get in my way, and it's not too floppy when it's not really loaded up. I do like to have enough room to carry a pair of tennis shoes, sweathshirt, snacks. It may be big enough to put my helmet in when parked!
I went out there when I saw that they had some Marsee stuff.
The tankbags that I saw were pretty big. mellow.gif
But if it has straps, you can always put it on the seat behind you. rolleyes.gif
TimC, Dec 21 2006, 09:41 AMI think about the only reason I wouldn't buy a magnetic bag would be if you move on to a bike without a steel outer tank, like a couple BMWs I've looked at. Of course, if you're spending that kind of money, what's a new tank bag? Pocket change really.
One possible advantage of the big Marsee bags is that they zip onto one of three types of bases: strap-on, magnetic, or rear seat (straps laterally instead of longitudinally). The booklet the comes with the bag shows these, but If you go to their website they don't show them, since these are discontinued models. I might see if I can find the rear seat base, since I never carry a pillion and this position might be better in the twisties, and when it's expanded.
fallzboater, Dec 20 2006, 11:59 PMI just got the Marsee 35L strap-on bag and tried it out on the Falco. The straps are certainly secure, but with a steel tank, the magnetic bags would certainly be more convenient. The 35L bag isn't as big as I thought it would be in its normal position, and fits great on a 5+ gallon tank. Expanded to its full height, it's very tall and totally obscures the gages. Check out these deals if you're looking for a bag. SierraTradingPost
got a pic? i may do the same for the mille
I got bored and went for a quick spin today. Not too cold, but really sloppy out. I hate to ride when it's wet and the dust from the red rock they put on the roads gets all over the bike. The bag is really a perfect height; I can lean my chest into it on the highway, but it doesn't get in the way.
fallzboater, Dec 20 2006, 11:59 PMI just got the Marsee 35L strap-on bag and tried it out on the Falco. The straps are certainly secure, but with a steel tank, the magnetic bags would certainly be more convenient. The 35L bag isn't as big as I thought it would be in its normal position, and fits great on a 5+ gallon tank. Expanded to its full height, it's very tall and totally obscures the gages. Check out these deals if you're looking for a bag. SierraTradingPost
got a pic? i may do the same for the mille
I got bored and went for a quick spin today. Not too cold, but really sloppy out. I hate to ride when it's wet and the dust from the red rock they put on the roads gets all over the bike. The bag is really a perfect height; I can lean my chest into it on the highway, but it doesn't get in the way.
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looks good. for what id want to use it for it looks like the size id want. how easy is it to get to the gas cap for fill ups? and how secure is it side to side?
767fixer, Dec 25 2006, 08:05 PMlooks good. for what id want to use it for it looks like the size id want. how easy is it to get to the gas cap for fill ups? and how secure is it side to side?
The easy way seems to be to release the two forward clips (rear can stay attached), then move the bag back and set it on the saddle. Not as easy as a mag bag, but not too bad. It seems to snug down pretty tight, so I'm sure it'll be fine in a cross-wind.
The first pic is of the bag detached from the base, which is pretty easy, but I just did that to show the mounting a little better. Normally, I think you'd only remove the bag from the base if you were going to swap it onto a magnetic or rear-seat base. However, if you want to ride the bike without the bag, there's nowhere to stow the straps without removing them, which takes a couple of minutes. One option I might try is making a hole in the base for fuel cap access, and leaving the base on most of the time I'm not using the bag.
I think anyone would be really pleased with the bag for that price (magnetic is available for a few bucks more). The map pocket is large and zips off the top, there are internal organizer pockets, a wallet, a belt-pack, back-pack shoulder strap, and a rain cover included.
Damn, I love this bike. I hadn't been on it in about 3 weeks; so I warmed it up in the driveway (rattles the windows on my house), and took it around town and down about two miles of freeway without earplugs. Too wet out to let it rip, but man, do I love the sound and feel.