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I'd like to start this by saying tire ratings are incredibly important. It made me sad to hear not everyone pays them attention. Make sure your speed and load capacity is able to meet your needs.
Additionally I'd like to say that while carrying any load you need to make sure it wont shift around unexpectedly and the heavier items are lowest center of gravity. A balanced load is also important.
The main method I will be discussing creates significant wind drag and depending on the size of your load you can get disruptive turbulence if you do not mind some of my advice. Youtube has a video of a man with a turbulent load on a heavy bike. While he was riding he got a slight death wobble then his bike literally spun around very quickly tossing him to the pavement pinning him under the bike as it drug along at 65+ mph.
Please be extra safe, extra slow, and experiment with lighter loads using my setup before you jump right into it. Experience is the best teacher and I'd rather you have a pleasant one.
Ok...so into my advice and experience.
When my buddy gave me a Ninja 300 (i bought off him anyway because i couldnt just accept). It came with SW Motech Blaze Sport saddlebags. These saddlebags are very quick to put on and remove. They are fairly decent and worth a look at. They however did not meet my demands for load size.
Would you believe that I can grocery shop using my motorcycle without any motorcycle modification modifications?
I can carry 12 pizzas, 2 gallons of milk, large boxes(yes plural) of burgers, some rolls...and probably still fit a bit more in...
i have carried large stereo speakers, soundbars, a katana discreetly...dont ask....the point is you can too.
What sorcery is this I speak of? Am I a magician? No...
This is a quality version of an army duffle bag. Hanks Duffle Bag.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004QK3Y62?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title
This is the actual army bag. I warn you not to buy it though. Even if it's listed as new it is not a new item. It is strictly a refurbished military issued bag. It has seen excessive abuse, vomit, fecal matter, and much else.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DBPMXR4?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title
These bags are made of Codura and rated for 70lb carry. They are slightly water resistant however can be sprayed for further water proofing.
You can roll them up into a tiny space and pack them in a regular backpack. when you want to swap gear just put your backpack inside the Codura "Sea Bag".
The MAIN advantage to this bag. Is it CAN be LOCKED to your bike as well as locked in general...I use a lockout tagout lock through my disc and through the eyelet bar. Obviously someone can knife into your bag, but someone observing will obviously realize it's theft in that instance.
Please don't forget my warnings and heed them. While carrying a half bag full load the top half can become filled with air and wave around like one of those dancing air guys if not properly secured.
The method I ise is twisting the excess bag and clipping it to bag hangle. sometimes I will even run the bag under the arm straps.
Like I warned about heavy stuff up top. If not packed right it will shift. Be very careful out their guys and be safe.
My parents live down the road from me and have a nice washer and dryer. I take full loads of laundry over occasionally when I go to hangout.
(Yes I have a car)
I live on a second story. I shop at BJs...They dont give bags. Even when I go with a car I take 2 or 3 of these bags with me shopping. They are absolutely priceless.
One final note. I'm a strong dude...Carrying 90lbs in a sack up 20 steps isn't for everyone. Make sure that YOU can physically handle your load. Make sure you are prepared to ride sitting up. Granted some full loads you can get into an aggressive stance, but the air resistance won't really have any speed benefit. This means additional wind resistance on your helmet and strain on your neck. More inexperienced riders may struggle riding for a duration like this. I suggest strengthening your neck without loads if you have this issue.
Additionally I'd like to say that while carrying any load you need to make sure it wont shift around unexpectedly and the heavier items are lowest center of gravity. A balanced load is also important.
The main method I will be discussing creates significant wind drag and depending on the size of your load you can get disruptive turbulence if you do not mind some of my advice. Youtube has a video of a man with a turbulent load on a heavy bike. While he was riding he got a slight death wobble then his bike literally spun around very quickly tossing him to the pavement pinning him under the bike as it drug along at 65+ mph.
Please be extra safe, extra slow, and experiment with lighter loads using my setup before you jump right into it. Experience is the best teacher and I'd rather you have a pleasant one.
Ok...so into my advice and experience.
When my buddy gave me a Ninja 300 (i bought off him anyway because i couldnt just accept). It came with SW Motech Blaze Sport saddlebags. These saddlebags are very quick to put on and remove. They are fairly decent and worth a look at. They however did not meet my demands for load size.
Would you believe that I can grocery shop using my motorcycle without any motorcycle modification modifications?
I can carry 12 pizzas, 2 gallons of milk, large boxes(yes plural) of burgers, some rolls...and probably still fit a bit more in...
i have carried large stereo speakers, soundbars, a katana discreetly...dont ask....the point is you can too.
What sorcery is this I speak of? Am I a magician? No...
This is a quality version of an army duffle bag. Hanks Duffle Bag.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004QK3Y62?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title
This is the actual army bag. I warn you not to buy it though. Even if it's listed as new it is not a new item. It is strictly a refurbished military issued bag. It has seen excessive abuse, vomit, fecal matter, and much else.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DBPMXR4?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title
These bags are made of Codura and rated for 70lb carry. They are slightly water resistant however can be sprayed for further water proofing.
You can roll them up into a tiny space and pack them in a regular backpack. when you want to swap gear just put your backpack inside the Codura "Sea Bag".
The MAIN advantage to this bag. Is it CAN be LOCKED to your bike as well as locked in general...I use a lockout tagout lock through my disc and through the eyelet bar. Obviously someone can knife into your bag, but someone observing will obviously realize it's theft in that instance.
Please don't forget my warnings and heed them. While carrying a half bag full load the top half can become filled with air and wave around like one of those dancing air guys if not properly secured.
The method I ise is twisting the excess bag and clipping it to bag hangle. sometimes I will even run the bag under the arm straps.
Like I warned about heavy stuff up top. If not packed right it will shift. Be very careful out their guys and be safe.
My parents live down the road from me and have a nice washer and dryer. I take full loads of laundry over occasionally when I go to hangout.
(Yes I have a car)
I live on a second story. I shop at BJs...They dont give bags. Even when I go with a car I take 2 or 3 of these bags with me shopping. They are absolutely priceless.
One final note. I'm a strong dude...Carrying 90lbs in a sack up 20 steps isn't for everyone. Make sure that YOU can physically handle your load. Make sure you are prepared to ride sitting up. Granted some full loads you can get into an aggressive stance, but the air resistance won't really have any speed benefit. This means additional wind resistance on your helmet and strain on your neck. More inexperienced riders may struggle riding for a duration like this. I suggest strengthening your neck without loads if you have this issue.
The bags and trunk were full of stuff too.
