turbotobben Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 Hi folks. I have been touring quite a bit on my Tracer 900 but have come to the conclusion that the 50L City top box simply is not too practical. The size should be plenty but the shape of the box makes it hard to utilize it fully. I also have problems with the rubber insulation band falling off. I met some guys who use soft tail bags instead and while they seemed smaller in volume they actually seem to work much better. What are some good recommendations for soft tail bags? I have the standard Yamaha rack BTW. I also have the original side panniers, which I'm actually more happy with (although I wish they were top loaded and not hinged). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdavis Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 (edited) I use one of these for camping, takes a lot of gear. Kokoda 65L Gear Bag ... Edited August 10, 2019 by jdavis Add pic. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBB Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 If you wanted to try a waterproof tail bag, these are really low cost but are popular with kayakers. At this price you haven’t wasted much if you decide you don’t like them. 60L Dry Bag Holdall - Yellow Due to popular demand these 60l holdalls have gone out of stock. More... 1 Red 2015 Tracer, UK spec (well, it was until I started messing with it...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member fddriver2 Posted August 10, 2019 Premium Member Share Posted August 10, 2019 I have a couple tailbags that I use. A small Cortech and a larger GIVI. I permanently mount them using a 1/4-20 SS sidewalk bolt with a fender washer and a nylock nut. I use a Endurostan dry bag now, but used my canoe - kayak dry bags for a long time. 1 "It doesn't matter who walks in, you know the joke is still the same" Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnmark101 Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 Another option is the Nelson Rigg tail bag. It comes in three sizes. I used mine in addition to the hard bags for road trips. Nelson Rigg Commuter Sport Tail Bag | 10% ($9.99) Off! ... 2 There is nothing like spending a day riding with friends in the grip of a shared obsession. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanderer Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 I've been using Maxpedition duffels, a smaller one for day to day and a larger one as needed for trips. The Soloduffel (pictured on bike) is 22L, converts to a shoulder bag (it is 2 point or 3 point, one strap over the shoulder and another that can attach to that strap at the waist for more stability - easy on/off). The Unterduffel is 38L, converts to a backpack. I also got the raincover for it and it has successfully withstood some downpours. With the carabiner bungees looped under the seat and another set over the protruding pillion handles, it is a very quick and easy on/off. Undo the front carabiners and it slides right off the back. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotobben Posted August 12, 2019 Author Share Posted August 12, 2019 Thanks guys, lots of great recommendations. I'll check out the various options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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