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·I just use a plain old canvas backpack with the leather bottom available at your local Target/Wal-Mart/etc. I think it's the same one I have had for about 10 years. It works fine and fits comfortably over my jacket. The biggest thing I have put in there was a 12-pack of soda. It was heavy, but not unmanageable
Just a safety note when using a backpack. Always put the zippers down in the corner and never in the center at the top. On mine, the outer compartment zips to the right side, so I put the main zipper down in the right corner. That way, I can check that both zippers are ok with one look in the mirror. Not that it has happened, but sometimes, you get that "did I zip it all the way closed" feeling and this makes it easier to check. So far <fx:knocking on wood>, I have never had a backpack come open on me in the 17 years I have been riding.
Just a safety note when using a backpack. Always put the zippers down in the corner and never in the center at the top. On mine, the outer compartment zips to the right side, so I put the main zipper down in the right corner. That way, I can check that both zippers are ok with one look in the mirror. Not that it has happened, but sometimes, you get that "did I zip it all the way closed" feeling and this makes it easier to check. So far <fx:knocking on wood>, I have never had a backpack come open on me in the 17 years I have been riding.
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I've used a backpack and much prefer a tank bag. Fortunately I rarely have reason to use either.
I prefer a tank bag as well. The clear map pocket is a nice feature.
However, when I'm going on a longer trip, I use a Kriega back pack. It's designed specifically for riding, so the weight is distributed well and it doesn't shift around when cornering. Aerostich carries the entire line of Kriega packs...
Good luck.
However, when I'm going on a longer trip, I use a Kriega back pack. It's designed specifically for riding, so the weight is distributed well and it doesn't shift around when cornering. Aerostich carries the entire line of Kriega packs...
Good luck.
I picked up a cheap back pack from Target. I think I spent a total of $10. It's big, has diff compartments, etc. I looked for one with a strap that goes between the two straps that go around your shoulders & also is adjustable to allow you to wear it with a jacket.
I dont like tank bags - I had one once & it messed up my paint (on another bike). I'm sure they are better now - but I still cringe when I see one.
I dont like tank bags - I had one once & it messed up my paint (on another bike). I'm sure they are better now - but I still cringe when I see one.
The water proof duffels that you can get for kyaking and such are great for keeping stuff in but are kind of a pain because most aren't made for comfortable wearing on the back. What makes them worth it though is that you can get them in different colors like yellow, then ditch the reflective vest(if you use one).
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Gym shoes definitely got ran over by at least two cars the other day after the zipper popped on my pack!rgury said:
A Jansport, if you were wondering.I use this trick Icon squad backpack.
It comes in black but I got the orange to match my bike
It's good size and zips off from the front so it's easy to get on and off with a helmet. It also can hold a helmet in a special helmet bag section that pops out.
http://www.sandhillspowersports.com/sandhills/OnlineStore.do?DSP=200&PCR=1:5:50013&IID=icon_squadbackpack_06
Oh yeah, I have a ducati messenger bag I got from the dealership, too. I use it when I don't need to carry much. The wind holds it tight to my back when I'm riding.
It comes in black but I got the orange to match my bike
It's good size and zips off from the front so it's easy to get on and off with a helmet. It also can hold a helmet in a special helmet bag section that pops out.
http://www.sandhillspowersports.com/sandhills/OnlineStore.do?DSP=200&PCR=1:5:50013&IID=icon_squadbackpack_06
Oh yeah, I have a ducati messenger bag I got from the dealership, too. I use it when I don't need to carry much. The wind holds it tight to my back when I'm riding.
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Since everyone is posting in the ancient revived thread...
Don't forget to synch up your backpack before you hop on the bike. If you leave it hanging too far and have your seat cowl on the bottom of your backpack can scratch the heck out of your cowl.
Don't forget to synch up your backpack before you hop on the bike. If you leave it hanging too far and have your seat cowl on the bottom of your backpack can scratch the heck out of your cowl.
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