Motorbike Luggage

Enter the world of budget touring but watch your speed!

Advantages: Cheap and cheerful - good to cut your teeth on short tours on a budget.
Disadvantages: Waterproof covers don't like speed. Not a replacement for hard luggage.

I have an FZ6 fazer with the 44 litre yamaha topbox and wanted some expandable luggage for longer distances and mini tours. I found these online and they seemed to represent excellent value for money and are made by a brand I trust for motorcycle accessories. The panniers are quite straightforward to fit on the bike with velcro straps going both over and under the rear seat. These hold the bags firmly in place while additional security is given by ...
...They can be expanded to provide space large enough to fit enough clothing and shoes for a decent get away and with careful packing could be all you need for a week when coupled with the top box. In my opinion they are not a replacement for hard luggage on longer tours as your possessions are not secure and may not be safe if left on the bike when you stop in towns and cities and are by no means water proof. They are supplied with water proof covers ...

pclarke0046 13.08.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Oxford Sports Sport Motorcycle Panniers

Good for overnight trips

Advantages: easy to attach
Disadvantages: blocks some gauges from vision

Bought this from our local bike shop for just over £20. Its made of nylon type fabric and plastic. I think its waterproof as have been out in the rain and shopping remained dry. Its very easy to attach to bike as its a single strap which clips and secures around the tank. There is a padded gripper piece on the underside which stops it sliding and prevents damage or wear marks to the tank . Although the bag has several compartments its only big enough ...

cattyce 25.10.2006 · Read full review
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Review of Cargo Endurance Sports Motorcycle Tank Bag