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Kbrick · 07-31-2006, 09:57 PM

My first VFR ride is comlete. I picked up my new 05 this afternoon and now I really understand about a V-4! The growl is very neat, and just like I always read it sure is smooth even when so tight.
My previous ride, a BMW K bike was cumbersome in comparison.
Coming from the BMW tradition I feel the need for a tankbag. I have trolled the forum some but have been unable to find brand name recomendations. A few suggestions would be appreciated.

For you race fans, who rode this RC-45 and where is it located?

reg71 · 07-31-2006, 11:17 PM

well, for short trips, I use a Joe Rocket Manta. I got it based on reccomendations from here. I think I have a pic somewhere... Lemme check... For long trips, I'm looking at a couple, but haven't bought it yet. I also want saddlebags for trips, but I'm not getting hardbags, though.

Lance · 08-01-2006, 07:21 AM

Take a look at rka-luggage.com I've been using their saddle bags and tank 4 years now and am still happy with my purchase.

Kevin_70 · 08-01-2006, 09:52 AM

I've used the Joe Rocket Blaster Tankbag for the past few years, it's been pretty durable. Not as trick looking as the Manta, but it does the job. I commute with my bike daily and it fits a bike cover, change of shoes and my lunch fairly easily. I found mine on sale for about $35 bucks at a local shop.

lootyman · 08-01-2006, 11:51 AM

i have eclipse luggage (tank and tail bag) both have served me well on a number of trips. the tank bag never fails to amaze when it comes to expanded and cramming more and more stuff in it!
it's like my AmEx, i never leave home without it.

reg71 · 08-01-2006, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Placerville KG

I've used the Joe Rocket Blaster Tankbag for the past few years, it's been pretty durable. Not as trick looking as the Manta, but it does the job. I commute with my bike daily and it fits a bike cover, change of shoes and my lunch fairly easily. I found mine on sale for about $35 bucks at a local shop.

that sounds like a pretty good deal. I think all the local shops here carry tourmaster and cortech but there may be more... I'll prob just watch for a sale like you did.

skidvicious · 08-03-2006, 05:07 AM

I scored a full soft touring kit (by Ventura) with my bike and so far have been very happy with the capacity and durability of it all - could be an option if someone your way stocks them.

http://www.ventura-bike.com/english/...ndPanniers.htm

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08-01-2006, 11:51 AM	#5 (permalink)
lootyman Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Last Online: 05-05-2008 02:38 PM My Ride: 2003 VFR 2003 SV1000S - TOTALED View my Photo Gallery Posts: 125 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	i have eclipse luggage (tank and tail bag) both have served me well on a number of trips. the tank bag never fails to amaze when it comes to expanded and cramming more and more stuff in it! it's like my AmEx, i never leave home without it. __________________ It's just gotta have a V. SV1000S convert

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skidvicious Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Last Online: 12-18-2008 05:22 AM Location: Canberra My Ride: 2001 Honda VFR800 F1 View my Photo Gallery Posts: 126 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I scored a full soft touring kit (by Ventura) with my bike and so far have been very happy with the capacity and durability of it all - could be an option if someone your way stocks them. http://www.ventura-bike.com/english/...ndPanniers.htm Cheers, __________________ Skidvicious! If it 'aint broke - leave it the hell alone!!

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08-01-2006, 07:21 AM	#3 (permalink)
Lance Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Last Online: 04-01-2008 04:03 PM Location: Central Iowa My Ride: 2000 vfr Posts: 52 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Take a look at rka-luggage.com I've been using their saddle bags and tank 4 years now and am still happy with my purchase.

08-01-2006, 09:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
Kevin_70 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Last Online: Today 05:16 PM Location: Placerville, CA - Find Me! My Ride: 2006 Black VFR, Yamaha WR450F, Yamaha TTR-225 (the wife's), Kawasaki KLX300R Posts: 461 Thanks: 9 Thanked 11 Times in 9 Posts	I've used the Joe Rocket Blaster Tankbag for the past few years, it's been pretty durable. Not as trick looking as the Manta, but it does the job. I commute with my bike daily and it fits a bike cover, change of shoes and my lunch fairly easily. I found mine on sale for about $35 bucks at a local shop.