wspollack
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In case anyone's interested, looking for luggage suggestions, that sort of thing:
I ordered a Saddleman "TR3300DE Tactical Deluxe Rack Bag" recently, and it arrived about a week ago. Here it is, mounted on my C 400 GT, ready for a road trip of about a week-and-a-half that I have planned:
This is what I bought ...
... from Revzilla:
I had been using a Medium MotoFizz bag from Aerostitch/Rider Warehouse for 15(!) years, but a couple of years ago a snap broke, it was getting a little ragged, etc., and was 1-800-Got-Junked a few months ago, in a brutal basement cleanout. I would've ordered another one, but they're back-ordered and my trip is imminent (just waiting for better weather in western NC). Here's the MotoFizz link, for future reference:
In any case, the TR3300DE looks rugged and practical, and similar to the MotoFizz. I believe it's a tiny bit larger, actually: 54 liters vs. c. 52 liters. It is a little more tubular vs. the MotoFizz's more chunkiness, but the construction and materials, mounting, etc., seem very similar. The MotoFizz had a couple of nice tricks, such as an easy-access bottle holder on the outside that can be snugged up, and some bungee-like straps on top, but the Saddleman is otherwise reasonably similar.
It looks to be rain-resistant, like the MotoFizz, and, comes with an official rain cover. (The MotoFizz had one, too, but I never used it, as you would have to ride through greater deluges than I ever did to need it.)
In any event, I did a lot of surfing and reading before I bought the Saddleman, and I think things worked out fine for me. Good quality, and fits nicely across the passenger seat (my preferred luggage location for solo multi-day trips, as you can mount things securely there, it's a low center of gravity so it doesn't effect handling, etc.). So I thought I might save some research time if someone's looking for something similar.
I have the pic above and a couple of detailed mounting pics in my gallery, starting here:
I ordered a Saddleman "TR3300DE Tactical Deluxe Rack Bag" recently, and it arrived about a week ago. Here it is, mounted on my C 400 GT, ready for a road trip of about a week-and-a-half that I have planned:
This is what I bought ...
TR3300DE Tactical Deluxe Rack Bag
TR3300DE Tactical Deluxe Rack Bag Product Overview (HD) Universal 3300cu.in. expandable bag made especially to fit on virtually all trunk-mounted or stand-alone racks. Dims: 24
saddlemen.com
... from Revzilla:
Saddlemen TR3300DE Tactical Deluxe Rack Bag - RevZilla
Tactical: A plan of action designed as an expedient toward gaining a desired end or advantage. Organize your gear and look good doing so.
www.revzilla.com
I had been using a Medium MotoFizz bag from Aerostitch/Rider Warehouse for 15(!) years, but a couple of years ago a snap broke, it was getting a little ragged, etc., and was 1-800-Got-Junked a few months ago, in a brutal basement cleanout. I would've ordered another one, but they're back-ordered and my trip is imminent (just waiting for better weather in western NC). Here's the MotoFizz link, for future reference:
Medium Motofizz Camping Seat Bag
Everything you’ll want to carry (clothing, tent, food and camping gear), fits neatly within these detailed and cavernous seat bags. Outside there’s a variety of strap systems designed to secure foam sleeping pads and the like. Across the top, D rings laced with mini-bungees are arranged to hold...
www.aerostich.com
In any case, the TR3300DE looks rugged and practical, and similar to the MotoFizz. I believe it's a tiny bit larger, actually: 54 liters vs. c. 52 liters. It is a little more tubular vs. the MotoFizz's more chunkiness, but the construction and materials, mounting, etc., seem very similar. The MotoFizz had a couple of nice tricks, such as an easy-access bottle holder on the outside that can be snugged up, and some bungee-like straps on top, but the Saddleman is otherwise reasonably similar.
It looks to be rain-resistant, like the MotoFizz, and, comes with an official rain cover. (The MotoFizz had one, too, but I never used it, as you would have to ride through greater deluges than I ever did to need it.)
In any event, I did a lot of surfing and reading before I bought the Saddleman, and I think things worked out fine for me. Good quality, and fits nicely across the passenger seat (my preferred luggage location for solo multi-day trips, as you can mount things securely there, it's a low center of gravity so it doesn't effect handling, etc.). So I thought I might save some research time if someone's looking for something similar.
I have the pic above and a couple of detailed mounting pics in my gallery, starting here:
2022 & 2023 BMW C 400 GT Scooters
www.billanddot.com
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