Topcase or tankbag


Commute option?

  • Icon Urban Tank Bag

    Votes: 2 12.5%

  • Givi V46 Topcase

    Votes: 14 87.5%
  • Total voters
    16
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Marthy

World Most Bad A$$ 6R
Elite Member
Now that I have both, I mean all 3.

In order of preference.

1- top case
2- saddlebags
3- tank bag

Tank bag are a pain... but good to carry few things and extra storage. I put my riding gears in there on long trip. Saddlebags are great but create a lot of drag at highway speed. I can feel it. With the top case no change in drag, fuel economy and it's out of the way. I love it and that thing is there to stay! If money is right later on I might get a Givi 55 NT... but for now it's perfect for my budget and use.
 
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Sparkxx1

New Member
Marthy said:
Now that I have both, I mean all 3.

In order of preference.

1- top case
2- saddlebags
3- tank bag

Tank bag are a pain... but good to carry few things and extra storage. I put my riding gears in there on long trip. Saddlebags are great but create a lot of drag at highway speed. I can feel it. With the top case no change in drag, fuel economy and it's out of the way. I love it and that thing is there to stay! If money is right later on I might get a Givi 55 NT... but for now it's perfect for my budget and use.
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I think I'd switch up tankbag and saddles for my order. I rely on the size of my motorcycle to lane split in big traffic jams. I wouldn't want to commute if I couldn't avoid being stuck on lets say the bridge, for an hour.
 
Bloke

Bloke

New Member
My tank bag doesn't impede my enjoyment at all.

I have a full buffalo getaway luggage set with the sport version of the tank bag.

Attaches with magnets so takes seconds to fix on.

Holds my joe rocket ballistic 5.0 trousers, gloves and essentials (bungee cargo net, tiny cheap gym bag style back pack, visor cleaner, buff, tissues, phone, charger cables, disk lock, wallet, docs, etc) with ease.

I typically use it every time I ride.

Tail bag and saddle bags/panniers I only use when touring.

That said I'm saving for a givi topbox as I need the ability to carry laptops and kit for work and the big seller is bring able to put everything in it when I stop and lock it securely. Shopping in the city dressed in bike gear is a bit of a pain.

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BrueThru

Sentient Being
Elite Member
Glad it works well for you Sparkxx. Makes me want to get one.

I'm looking at this model at the moment:

GIVI B47 BLADE - Cases



Problem is getting it here in the USA.
 
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MistahT

Mistah T
Elite Member
I have the Icon backpack/tank bag. It's kind of thin, especially the straps when it's on your shoulders. The magnets also don't seem to hold it too securely. In the twisties it can start to slide around, especially if it's got a good amount of stuff in it. I have back/shoulder issues and walking around it really makes me sore since it doesn't have a middle strap like some do. The quality just isn't there and it's a bit of a hassle to get it from tank to backpack mode.

With that said I use it when I need to carry lots of stuff. When I just need a little extra space, I use my Joe Rocket Manta XL or a regular backpack. For daily use I just use my Adidas backpack. However, I am looking into the Motocentric Centrek Backpack. Looks like it has an easier/better helmet carrying system and seems to be built much better than the Icon.

I totally understand not wanting to ride with something on your back, but it's easier for me. Also, there's quite a bit of crime in my area, so any tail bags or anything that stays on my bike probably won't be there when I leave work.
 
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BrueThru

Sentient Being
Elite Member

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leprecaun jon

ESTABLISHED RESIDENT
Elite Member
i had a givi case on my scoots when i used it for school and it worked wonders...i just dont like the way the top case looks on the 6r.... tank bag is great if you dont have a gps mount and for little stuff.
 
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