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czsummy · 09-19-2011, 11:37 AM

So I want to get a tail bag so I can put my textbooks in for school, which is about a 40-50 minute ride. I ride i ninja 500r and i've looked through motorcycle superstores inventory, but i'm just not sure what is right.

i'm looking at the Nelson Rigg line of bags, cause they seem to be the best bag for your buck. the 3 i'm looking at are the CL85, CL1030,and CL1040.

So does anyone out there own one of these or have an opinion on nelson riggs stuff?

pushrod · 09-19-2011, 01:40 PM

I use a backpack and Rok straps. I have the shoulder straps clipped together so they don't dangle.

You may have to get creative to come up with attachment points for the tiedowns.

Works great. And if you shop right, you'll save a heck of a lot of money over the tailpak/topbox idea.

12er · 09-19-2011, 03:20 PM

I have no Nelson experience but I do have a MotoFizz seat bag and its the bee's knees. The small may be what your looking for.

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trenttheuncatchable · 09-19-2011, 04:48 PM

I have a Cortech Sport Tailbag, but it only holds 1-2 textbooks. I would actually recommend the CL-950s. They'll sling right over your 500R saddle, and hold four textbooks or more. I have a set similar to these; they're great for your commute.

czsummy · 09-19-2011, 08:09 PM

I do plan to ride with a back pack unless the tail bag converts into one or becomes a shoulder bag, i was worried about saddle bags because of my exhaust burning through. plus the shape of them didn't look nice to stick textbooks in.

that motofizz, looks nice what are the dimensions? i didn't see them in the description.

thanks guys!

seruzawa · 09-20-2011, 05:41 AM

I use a small waterproof river bag and bungie it on. They never leak and last forever. Best of all since they aren't labelled as a dedicated motorcycle product they aren't ridiculously over priced.

Buzglyd · 09-20-2011, 05:57 AM

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Squid Killer · 09-20-2011, 07:21 AM

Why not a tank bag? They can convert to backpacks and will hold books. Your bike will hold one.

czsummy · 09-20-2011, 07:32 AM

well, i was looking at tank bags, but it would need to be a good size for my books, and i don't really like the idea of that bag sitting infront of me, but all 3 of the nelson bags also convert to a tank bag and a know the one become a backpack, and the others become shoulder bags.

12er · 09-20-2011, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by czsummy

I do plan to ride with a back pack unless the tail bag converts into one or becomes a shoulder bag, i was worried about saddle bags because of my exhaust burning through. plus the shape of them didn't look nice to stick textbooks in.

that motofizz, looks nice what are the dimensions? i didn't see them in the description.

thanks guys!

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09-19-2011, 11:37 AM	#1
czsummy Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 44	Help me with tail bag options. So I want to get a tail bag so I can put my textbooks in for school, which is about a 40-50 minute ride. I ride i ninja 500r and i've looked through motorcycle superstores inventory, but i'm just not sure what is right. i'm looking at the Nelson Rigg line of bags, cause they seem to be the best bag for your buck. the 3 i'm looking at are the CL85, CL1030,and CL1040. So does anyone out there own one of these or have an opinion on nelson riggs stuff?

09-19-2011, 01:40 PM	#2
pushrod Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Baja 'Bama Posts: 3,478	I use a backpack and Rok straps. I have the shoulder straps clipped together so they don't dangle. You may have to get creative to come up with attachment points for the tiedowns. Works great. And if you shop right, you'll save a heck of a lot of money over the tailpak/topbox idea. __________________ You would not understand, this is not how I am... I have become - Comfortably Numb.

09-20-2011, 05:41 AM	#6
seruzawa Robby Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: 8501 ft. Posts: 16,803	I use a small waterproof river bag and bungie it on. They never leak and last forever. Best of all since they aren't labelled as a dedicated motorcycle product they aren't ridiculously over priced. __________________ I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched c-beams glitter in the dark near the Tanhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in the rain.

09-20-2011, 05:57 AM	#7
Buzglyd Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 10,137	I like single's bars but a lot of people are using online dating and Facebook these days. __________________ Jay Leno: "President Obama released his tax returns. It turns out he made $900,000 less in 2011 than he did in 2010. You know what that means? Even Obama is doing worse under President Obama."

09-20-2011, 07:21 AM	#8
Squid Killer Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 41	Why not a tank bag? They can convert to backpacks and will hold books. Your bike will hold one. __________________ Riding Instructor FZ1, R6, Gold Wing, EX250, Seca 2, TTR230, Metropolitan.

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09-19-2011, 03:20 PM	#3
12er Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: SF Posts: 2,702	I have no Nelson experience but I do have a MotoFizz seat bag and its the bee's knees. The small may be what your looking for. Small MotoFizz Camping Seat Bag - Seat and Rack Bags - Seat, Tank & Tail Bags - Packing it in :: Aerostich/RiderWearHouse Motorcycle Jackets, Suits, Clothing, & Gear

09-19-2011, 04:48 PM	#4
trenttheuncatchable Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 834	I have a Cortech Sport Tailbag, but it only holds 1-2 textbooks. I would actually recommend the CL-950s. They'll sling right over your 500R saddle, and hold four textbooks or more. I have a set similar to these; they're great for your commute.

09-19-2011, 08:09 PM	#5
czsummy Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 44	I do plan to ride with a back pack unless the tail bag converts into one or becomes a shoulder bag, i was worried about saddle bags because of my exhaust burning through. plus the shape of them didn't look nice to stick textbooks in. that motofizz, looks nice what are the dimensions? i didn't see them in the description. thanks guys!

09-20-2011, 07:32 AM	#9
czsummy Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 44	well, i was looking at tank bags, but it would need to be a good size for my books, and i don't really like the idea of that bag sitting infront of me, but all 3 of the nelson bags also convert to a tank bag and a know the one become a backpack, and the others become shoulder bags.