Bag Reviews
06-13-2006, 05:38 AM
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Bag Reviews
I'm in the market for a bag/pack and couldn't find any solid information regarding them. What do you have? Do you like it? Complaints?
I'm looking at the Icon Urban or Squad currently.
I'm looking at the Icon Urban or Squad currently.
06-13-2006, 05:39 AM
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Re: Bag Reviews (Mike C)
Search, noob...
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1154307
I dont see the point of a "bike specific" back pack. The northface backpack I've had for 5 years does the job just fine.
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1154307
I dont see the point of a "bike specific" back pack. The northface backpack I've had for 5 years does the job just fine.
06-13-2006, 05:42 AM
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Re: Bag Reviews (.RJ)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by .RJ »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1154307</TD></TR></TABLE>
Don't be a dolt, that is an f'ing for sale thread.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by .RJ »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I dont see the point of a "bike specific" back pack. The northface backpack I've had for 5 years does the job just fine.</TD></TR></TABLE>
a) my north face from a billion years ago is broken
b) if i'm spending money on a new pack i might as well get something that can hold my helmet
Don't be a dolt, that is an f'ing for sale thread.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by .RJ »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I dont see the point of a "bike specific" back pack. The northface backpack I've had for 5 years does the job just fine.</TD></TR></TABLE>
a) my north face from a billion years ago is broken
b) if i'm spending money on a new pack i might as well get something that can hold my helmet
06-13-2006, 05:46 AM
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Re: Bag Reviews (Mike C)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mike C »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Don't be a dolt, that is an f'ing for sale thread.</TD></TR></TABLE>
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1521067
Don't be a dolt, that is an f'ing for sale thread.</TD></TR></TABLE>
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1521067
06-13-2006, 05:49 AM
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Re: Bag Reviews (Mike C)
What kind of bag are you looking for? I use the Alpinestar Vector II backpack and it's GREAT. Plenty of pockets, and room to spare... no helmet holder though. It looks nice too 
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06-13-2006, 05:49 AM
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Re: Bag Reviews (.RJ)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by .RJ »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1521067</TD></TR></TABLE>
congrats, you win on the second try.. not sure why my search for "bag" returned nothing. guess i didn't use archived.
congrats, you win on the second try.. not sure why my search for "bag" returned nothing. guess i didn't use archived.
06-13-2006, 05:50 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by .paul »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">why something to hold your helmet?
just hold it in your hand.</TD></TR></TABLE>
not always a great option.
just hold it in your hand.</TD></TR></TABLE>
not always a great option.
06-13-2006, 05:51 AM
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Re: (Mike C)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mike C »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
not always a great option.</TD></TR></TABLE>
explain?
id much rather Hold on to my helmet than have it in my back pack which could be thrown around and so forth.
not always a great option.</TD></TR></TABLE>
explain?
id much rather Hold on to my helmet than have it in my back pack which could be thrown around and so forth.
06-13-2006, 05:57 AM
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i'm not sure if you want a backpack or a tank bag, but this is what i use:
it's a magnetic tank bag that came with the bike. in the picture it is fully expanded, but it never really gets that big unless you're carrying a lot of stuff in there. I really like the clear plastic cover where you can slip a map or directions into and 1 small pocket near the top to put pencils/pens and other small things, plus the main bag. It has about 5-6 heavy magnets along with a buckle (which i never use) to hold it to the fuel tank. Often times i use this instead of a backpack due to ease of use and weight/balance issues.
It's made by Chase Harper and other tank bags can also substitute as back packs, which is what i would get personally.
it's a magnetic tank bag that came with the bike. in the picture it is fully expanded, but it never really gets that big unless you're carrying a lot of stuff in there. I really like the clear plastic cover where you can slip a map or directions into and 1 small pocket near the top to put pencils/pens and other small things, plus the main bag. It has about 5-6 heavy magnets along with a buckle (which i never use) to hold it to the fuel tank. Often times i use this instead of a backpack due to ease of use and weight/balance issues.
It's made by Chase Harper and other tank bags can also substitute as back packs, which is what i would get personally.
06-13-2006, 06:15 AM
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Re: (.paul)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by .paul »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">explain?
id much rather Hold on to my helmet than have it in my back pack which could be thrown around and so forth.</TD></TR></TABLE>
like if you had to walk around somewhere for any extended period of time.
id much rather Hold on to my helmet than have it in my back pack which could be thrown around and so forth.</TD></TR></TABLE>
like if you had to walk around somewhere for any extended period of time.
06-13-2006, 06:25 AM
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That's what I have. it is a little tall for my short self - what I mean is that the bottom of the bag was hitting my rear seat cover and therefore the top of the bag would touch the bottom of my helmet. I hope that makes sense.
You're probably taller than I am, and if you don't use the cowl on your bike, it shouldn't be a problem.
It's a very nice bag otherwise.
Most days, I use a small tank bag (Joe Rocket Manta) and a pair of saddle bags: Cortech
hth
That's what I have. it is a little tall for my short self - what I mean is that the bottom of the bag was hitting my rear seat cover and therefore the top of the bag would touch the bottom of my helmet. I hope that makes sense.
You're probably taller than I am, and if you don't use the cowl on your bike, it shouldn't be a problem.
It's a very nice bag otherwise.
Most days, I use a small tank bag (Joe Rocket Manta) and a pair of saddle bags: Cortech
hth
06-13-2006, 06:41 AM
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Re: (Mike C)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mike C »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">like if you had to walk around somewhere for any extended period of time.</TD></TR></TABLE>
is this just concerning your helmet or carrying other things?
check your tool box for a helmet lock
it would either be a steel cable wrapped in some sort of rubber or a hook under the seat. i use that cable to wrap it through the metal buckle in the helmet and then around a hook under my passenger seat (which can be locked). Works great and i don't have to carry around a helmet. If i had a nicer helmet i'd probably take it with me, but i don't.
is this just concerning your helmet or carrying other things?
check your tool box for a helmet lock
it would either be a steel cable wrapped in some sort of rubber or a hook under the seat. i use that cable to wrap it through the metal buckle in the helmet and then around a hook under my passenger seat (which can be locked). Works great and i don't have to carry around a helmet. If i had a nicer helmet i'd probably take it with me, but i don't.
06-13-2006, 06:49 AM
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Re: (Mike C)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mike C »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">like if you had to walk around somewhere for any extended period of time.</TD></TR></TABLE>
example please...
i use my northface from college.
example please...
i use my northface from college.
06-13-2006, 06:55 AM
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alright, alright, i'll just head to the store and get a new north face.
an example of not wabnting to carry helmet around? ride in to dc, go in a museum or something.
an example of not wabnting to carry helmet around? ride in to dc, go in a museum or something.
06-13-2006, 06:56 AM
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I have a bag i've used for years now... i went to an army surplus store and found a good sized bag big enough for shoes and some other things, with good pockets, etc... but it has a upper and lower strap on it... it really holds it in place. It is black, but it has a reflective stripe on it... its from some European Army gear... look around... you want something thats not too big, that secures well... most good backpack brands will do
06-13-2006, 06:59 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mike C »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">an example of not wabnting to carry helmet around? ride in to dc, go in a museum or something.</TD></TR></TABLE>
carabiner that bitch on the back
carabiner that bitch on the back
06-13-2006, 07:20 AM
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Re: (Mike C)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mike C »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">alright, alright, i'll just head to the store and get a new north face.
an example of not wabnting to carry helmet around? ride in to dc, go in a museum or something.</TD></TR></TABLE>
so strap the helmet to your backpack
an example of not wabnting to carry helmet around? ride in to dc, go in a museum or something.</TD></TR></TABLE>
so strap the helmet to your backpack
06-13-2006, 05:21 PM
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I use a Dakine bag and it kicks ***. I also just got a joe rocket bag for dirt cheap so I might try that out. It has a place to put your helmet so I am sure it will come in handy one day.