Water proof bag

[Doug44]

I need help and or advice on choosing a water proof bag to supplement my yamaha factory bags. I intend to place this bag on the pass. seat so again what size would the group advise. Maybe I would be better off removing the pass seat and placing it in the area it was mounted at. I am thinking a soft bag something like a Ortieb dry bag style.

 

[brianml]

I have the Wolfman large Expedition. Great for packing tent, sleeping bag & extras. The yellow is good for visibility and is waterproof.

 

[offcamber]

I second the Wolfman Expediton duffle...I have the medium size...you can fit a lot of stuff in it!

 

[Ironhand]

I have both a Wolfman and Ortleib for longer trips. Both are excellent.

 

[johnpitts01]

+1
The Wolfman is good.
Ortlieb also makes a nice one with grab handles for easy carrying.
The Twisted Throttle bags that stack also seem quite nice.

The rear rack, especially with the passenger seat removed is perfect.

The photo below is a waterproof backpack I scored on sale at Costco for $30. Roll top and 100% waterproof. I cut off the shoulder straps and used some of the other straps on the bag to secure it to the bike. Since this photo I have turned it around so the roll faces forward. I never had any problems with the roll top and there are 2 buckles and a velcro strap to ensure it doesnt open. But I constantly had this feeling the bag would open and spew all of my stuff out the back. With the roll facing forward it guarantees it wont open.

 

[sail2xxs]

I use this rolltop duffel I picked up at Sierra Trading Post: http://www.sierratradingpost.com/seattle-sports-roll-top-waterproof-duffel-bag-large~p~2580g/

Plenty of room for tent, sleeping bag, extra clothes etc and very easy to pack.

BestRest is running a sale on Ortlieb right now: http://www.bestrestproducts.com/p-117-ortlieb-waterproof-rack-pack.aspx

Chris

 

[jajpko]

I have larger bags for a tent and stuff, but this is the one I like the best. I usually just pack my cloths and personal stuff in it. Great heavy duty bag and comes in different colors. It is the Watershed- Chattooga. They also make different sizes.


http://www.amazon.com/Watershed-Chattooga-Duffel-Bag/dp/B001NXT3VK

 

[Ollie]

I tend to use boating dry bags because they're useful in our kayaks and on my bike trips. Basically made the same way as the MC bags and often at a fraction of the cost. http://cascadedesigns.com/sealline/packs-and-duffles/widemouth-duffle/product the MC bags are probably more specifically designed to a riders needs but the boating bags work great for me. I toss a scented pack in the in the bottom of the bag and that keeps my gear smelling like a tropical, coconut, banana bonanza.

The 40 L holds my tent poles, tent, sleeping bag, bag liner, thermarest and pillow. I use Rok straps to tie down on the pillion and it makes for a perfect back rest on those really long days. http://www.rokstraps.com/

 

[snakebitten]

I tend to use boating dry bags because they're useful in our kayaks and on my bike trips. Basically made the same way as the MC bags and often at a fraction of the cost.

I do the same with a twist. I love the Aerostich Motofiz bags. They are definitely made for motorcyclists. Features galore.

However, not waterproof!

So I have boating dry bags that fit inside the Motofiz. Just hand the wife the appropriate dry bag and tell her that's her capacity. When she is done, I insert her bag into the Motofiz using 1 of 3 entry points.

The Motofiz bag even has a dirty clothes hamper. So stinky stuff is separated.

Killer arrangement.

 

[justbob]

I've got a couple of Sealline bags that have seen many years of use and are still in good shape and 100% waterproof and best of all they are not expensive and are available in different colors and sizes.

 

[nga]

::026:: on the Ortlieb bags, they're bombproof. I just got one, but have researched and lusted after them for years. I have the large one (49 liters), and it's secured to the bike with Rok straps - another great product. Here a some pics of it's recent use:











I got mine from The Touring Store in Colorado. They were the least expensive I could find and free shipping.

 

[MikeBear]

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/twisted-throttle-dryspectm-d66-waterproof-motorcycle-dry-bag-modular-packing-system

 

[MotoPumps]

I use a Sealline Widemouth Duffle. They are 100% waterproof and very tough. Can be found in lots of places on-line as well as most camping / outdoor stores.

Rob

 

[caveman]

I agree with Ollie, have tried most of the motorcycle brands and they last and fit well but the boating and kayak gear is cheaper, 100% waterproof and comes in heaps of sizes. I use the Yamaha side panniers for clothes and items I want locked away and the camping gear and stinky stuff goes in the waterproof duffels lengthways with the seat and rack. I dont mind throwing away a $50 bag when it finally gives up from rough treatment.

 

[justbob]

quik search results :

Twisted Throttle drybag 34L $179
Wolfman Expedition 33L $95
Sealine drybag 40L $30

 

[MikeBear]

quik search results :

Twisted Throttle drybag 34L $179
Wolfman Expedition 33L $95
Sealine drybag 40L $30

Wrong. $179 is for D38 which is 38L and D28 which is 28L. They call it D66, because in total it's 66L of modular storage.

 

[justbob]

Wrong. $179 is for D38 which is 38L and D28 which is 28L. They call it D66, because in total it's 66L of modular storage.

So how much is it ?

 

[bikerdoc]

So how much is it ?

Twisted Throttle DrySpec™ D66 Waterproof Motorcycle Dry Bag Modular Packing System
DrySpec™ D66 Waterproof Motorcycle Dry Bag Modular Packing System by Twisted Throttle combines the D38 and D28 dry bags together for 66 litres of waterproof storage.

$179.99

Individual prices;

• Twisted Throttle DrySpec™ D38 Rigid waterproof motorcycle dry bag
  $129.99
  
  Twisted Throttle DrySpec™ D28 Dual-End waterproof motorcycle dry bag
  $69.99

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/twisted-throttle-dryspectm-d66-waterproof-motorcycle-dry-bag-modular-packing-system

 

[maddog5150]

I have the twisted throttle D38 and love it. The straps attach to the bottom of the bag so you can get in and out of it without removing the straps. It also fits perfectly on the rear portion with the passenger seat removed

 

[twinrider]

I'm using the BMW Rollbag 2 across the passenger seat on my daily commute. Like most of the dry bags, it's big and waterproof. But what separates it from the competition is the quick-release system that attaches the base of the bag to the bike and allows unhindered access to the contents through the waterproof zipper running the length of the top of the bag. The bag comes with three sets of four quick-release straps, both long and short, so the bag will fit any size bike and you can attach straps to up to three bikes if you own a few and just swap the bag around as needed. Lots of pics at this link. http://www.moto24.org/bmw-baggage-roll-2-stuff-bag-waterproof-50-liter.html