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travstoll · 03-10-2010, 07:25 AM

So I know most of you don't do a lot of distance riding, but its something I like to do...I have been looking at some new tailpacks recently (I already have a nice tankbag) and am wondering if you have any suggestions. I want something that attaches to the rear seat, rather than around the entire rear fairing like so many of them do. I have found this one by Kriega that I like, and one that everyone else seems to love, the Cortech Sport Tail pack, just wondering if anyone has suggestions on others that you like.

Kreiga

Cortech

MikeN02 · 03-10-2010, 07:48 AM

Is price a factor? And also the size of the bag?

FitZ6R · 03-10-2010, 07:50 AM

I have the Cortech sport tailbag. Fits like it was made for the FZ6R, stays secure, and capacity with the expandable sides is perfect for day trips.

Only downside: I relinquished my Man Purse Virginity last weekend

, and the Cortech bag is bulky to carry around by the shoulder strap. Quite manly, though.

travstoll · 03-10-2010, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeN02

Is price a factor? And also the size of the bag?

Price is not a factor, I would like at least 15 liters / enough for 3 days trip.

**dart1963** · 03-10-2010, 08:19 AM

One plus on the Cortech, you can get the side saddlebags as well. I have the tail and side bags, check the pics from the skyline trip and you'll see them on the Raven.
One negative, the "rain proof" is a cover that comes with the bag, it is not waterproof without covering it, but I haven't found many that had built in rain proof, most use some kind of cover.

The tail bag is bungee, so you can bungee all the way under, or shorten them up and bungee to the hand rail. I've ridden off a couple of time forgetting to strap them and have not had it fall off, the pad under it grips the seat well.

thread with pics:
Our Skyline Drive (VA) ride WITH PICS AND VIDS!

I had a cooler on one side for all our drinks/lunch. They are huge.

tractorboy · 03-10-2010, 08:40 AM

great thread as Ive been looking for a basic tailbag too. not for long distance but for carry stuff back and forth to work. I found and fell in love with the cortech but I like the Kreiger or whatever one now too! I wanted something that went around the seat too but did not come across that one.

Hmmmm. For me though price is also a factor and I find the cortech within reason. Will have to check the price of the other. its looks nice and I dont need anything huge.

Thanks guys..I will be watching this one!!

Heineken · 03-10-2010, 08:55 AM

I'm looking at this at the moment
Cortech - Tail bags Cortech Competition Accessories .

In case I need more storage for longer trips the Cortech mentioned above would make a nice 30 liter addition to my 55 liter tail case. Price is within reason ($81) and there's the posibility to upgrade another 40 liter by adding the saddle bags Cortech - Saddlebags Cortech Competition Accessories too ($144).

Just my 2 cents.

**99vengeur** · 03-10-2010, 11:03 AM

Nelson Rigg makes nice bags. The price is only 50% more, but you get nearly twice as much space and it still looks good. Plus, the saddle bags make for tons of storage.

Nelson Rigg SSC-165 Silver Streak Sport Tail Pack Tail Bag :: New Enough

travstoll · 03-10-2010, 06:01 PM

After much deliberation, frustration, and lots of googling, I have decided to ignore the blatantly obvious pole results....I have decided to go with Kriega. I am buying the US-10 tailpack, and the R25 backpack. I will post up a review when I get the luggage and put it through its paces.

EDIT: I only gave the poll a day. I'll give it a week....probably won't change my mind, but we shall see. Unless my mind gets changed. I will order my Kriega stuff on mar-17

**dart1963** · 03-10-2010, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by travstoll

After much deliberation, frustration, and lots of googling, I have decided to ignore the blatantly obvious pole results....I have decided to go with Kriega. I am buying the US-10 tailpack, and the R25 backpack. I will post up a review when I get the luggage and put it through its paces.

Well, you did only give the pole a day

.... just an FYI for future reference, some people only get on here every couple of days.... and, go with your gut... it's nice to get feedback from us, but we can only give you feedback on what our experiences are, if you find something different, we just may not have had the chance to try it yet.

View Poll Results: Which Tail Pack?
Kriega US-20	8	16.33%
Cortech Sport Tail Bag	25	51.02%
Other...	16	32.65%
Voters: 49. You may not vote on this poll

03-10-2010, 07:25 AM	#1 (permalink)
travstoll Senior Member Bike: 2009 FZ6R Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kansas City Posts: 132 Thanks: 22 Thanked 25 Times in 17 Posts	Tailbags... So I know most of you don't do a lot of distance riding, but its something I like to do...I have been looking at some new tailpacks recently (I already have a nice tankbag) and am wondering if you have any suggestions. I want something that attaches to the rear seat, rather than around the entire rear fairing like so many of them do. I have found this one by Kriega that I like, and one that everyone else seems to love, the Cortech Sport Tail pack, just wondering if anyone has suggestions on others that you like. Kreiga Cortech

03-10-2010, 07:48 AM	#2 (permalink)
MikeN02 Senior Member Bike: 09 Team Yamaha Blue FZ6R Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,180 Thanks: 215 Thanked 119 Times in 83 Posts	Is price a factor? And also the size of the bag? __________________ 2009 Team Yamaha Blue FZ6R RIP 07/31/10 2007 Charcoal YZF-R6

03-10-2010, 07:50 AM	#3 (permalink)
FitZ6R Senior Member Bike: 2009 Yamaha FZ6R Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 249 Thanks: 41 Thanked 59 Times in 46 Posts	I have the Cortech sport tailbag. Fits like it was made for the FZ6R, stays secure, and capacity with the expandable sides is perfect for day trips. Only downside: I relinquished my Man Purse Virginity last weekend , and the Cortech bag is bulky to carry around by the shoulder strap. Quite manly, though. __________________ Kent 2009 Raven FZ6R // Yamaha Raised Bubble Windscreen // T-Rex Racing Frame Sliders // Joe Rocket & Cortech Luggage

03-10-2010, 08:19 AM	#5 (permalink)
dart1963 Moderator Bike: '09 FZ6R Raven Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bluemont, Virginia Posts: 1,360 Thanks: 193 Thanked 242 Times in 184 Posts	One plus on the Cortech, you can get the side saddlebags as well. I have the tail and side bags, check the pics from the skyline trip and you'll see them on the Raven. One negative, the "rain proof" is a cover that comes with the bag, it is not waterproof without covering it, but I haven't found many that had built in rain proof, most use some kind of cover. The tail bag is bungee, so you can bungee all the way under, or shorten them up and bungee to the hand rail. I've ridden off a couple of time forgetting to strap them and have not had it fall off, the pad under it grips the seat well. thread with pics: Our Skyline Drive (VA) ride WITH PICS AND VIDS! I had a cooler on one side for all our drinks/lunch. They are huge. Last edited by dart1963; 03-10-2010 at 11:08 AM.

03-10-2010, 08:40 AM	#6 (permalink)
tractorboy Senior Member Bike: 09 FZ6R Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Honeoye NY Posts: 177 Thanks: 28 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts	great thread as Ive been looking for a basic tailbag too. not for long distance but for carry stuff back and forth to work. I found and fell in love with the cortech but I like the Kreiger or whatever one now too! I wanted something that went around the seat too but did not come across that one. Hmmmm. For me though price is also a factor and I find the cortech within reason. Will have to check the price of the other. its looks nice and I dont need anything huge. Thanks guys..I will be watching this one!! __________________ 2009 Cadium Yeller - No Cut Frame sliders (Home Made) Red Rim Tap FE Kit "home made" Star Sticker REMOVED TO DO List - Gear Selector, GPS Bracket, Helmet Lock, ENJOY iT !!!

03-10-2010, 08:55 AM	#7 (permalink)
Heineken Senior Member Bike: '09 FZ6R White Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Franklin Park, IL Posts: 556 Thanks: 449 Thanked 90 Times in 67 Posts	I'm looking at this at the moment Cortech - Tail bags Cortech Competition Accessories . In case I need more storage for longer trips the Cortech mentioned above would make a nice 30 liter addition to my 55 liter tail case. Price is within reason ($81) and there's the posibility to upgrade another 40 liter by adding the saddle bags Cortech - Saddlebags Cortech Competition Accessories too ($144). Just my 2 cents. __________________ Bike: 2009 White FZ6R // Intuitive Racing No-Cut Frame Sliders // RAM-Mount holders(phone, GPS, radar detector, camera etc) // Yamaha Clear Raised Bubble Windscreen // SW-Motech Center Stand // 9mm White Reflective Wheel Stripes // Givi FZ364 Tail Rack with Givi E55 Maxia case // SW-Motech Side Rack with Givi E21 cases Gear: Teknic full gear // Tourmaster Waterproof full gear // AGV Breeze Jacket // Alpinestars S-MX Bionic 2 Protection Jacket Always remember the three S's: SAFE, SMOOTH & SEXY

03-10-2010, 11:03 AM	#8 (permalink)
99vengeur Administrator Bike: 2009 Yamaha FZ6R Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Shreveport, LA Posts: 1,865 Thanks: 395 Thanked 430 Times in 281 Posts	Nelson Rigg makes nice bags. The price is only 50% more, but you get nearly twice as much space and it still looks good. Plus, the saddle bags make for tons of storage. Nelson Rigg SSC-165 Silver Streak Sport Tail Pack Tail Bag :: New Enough __________________ Robert 2009 Cadmium Yellow FZ6R//Intuitive Racing No-Cut Frame Sliders//Evotech Swingarm Spools//Two Brothers Racing V.A.L.E. Complete Carbon Fiber Exhaust//Two Brothers Racing JuiceBox//Driven AIS Blockoff Plates//Uscgduncan Fender Eliminator//Custom Garage Door Opener//Custom Painted Windscreen//Bi-xenon Projector Retrofit with Blue Angel Eye//More in the making...

03-10-2010, 06:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
travstoll Senior Member Bike: 2009 FZ6R Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kansas City Posts: 132 Thanks: 22 Thanked 25 Times in 17 Posts	After much deliberation, frustration, and lots of googling, I have decided to ignore the blatantly obvious pole results....I have decided to go with Kriega. I am buying the US-10 tailpack, and the R25 backpack. I will post up a review when I get the luggage and put it through its paces. EDIT: I only gave the poll a day. I'll give it a week....probably won't change my mind, but we shall see. Unless my mind gets changed. I will order my Kriega stuff on mar-17 Last edited by travstoll; 03-10-2010 at 06:16 PM.

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