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Message started by DrunkenDwarf on 08/18/10 at 11:37:31

Title: cargo bungee net
Post by DrunkenDwarf on 08/18/10 at 11:37:31

I don't have saddle bags, sissy bar, or luggage rack. I'd like a way to carry stuff other than a backpack. Has anyone used a bungee net to strap gear to the pillion? What size do you recommend? Any issues?

Thanks.

-D. Dwarf

Title: Re: cargo bungee net
Post by photojoe on 08/18/10 at 12:04:13

Bungee nets are good. Held my stuff in place for 600 miles.

Title: Re: cargo bungee net
Post by prechermike on 08/18/10 at 12:14:04

I have had a couple. They were small things, maybe a foot square or so. Bike Bandit had one on sale that I got when I bought somethig else for a $2-3. It was really nice.

Sometimes the dollar stores (dollar tree, everything is a buck, those type places) have the nets and you can ever get different colors! Those are not near as nice as the bikebandit one, but they worked just as good.

I really like them and like Joe have had no problems with mine. It is kind of tricky figuring out where to hook them on the pillion, I ususally used the sissy bar, under the fender, under the seats or wherever I could find. I think they are great for single items or small items in a bag.

Title: Re: cargo bungee net
Post by Skid Mark on 08/18/10 at 15:48:50

I use a cargo net. Its about 1' x 1' and expands to wrap around whatever you are carrying. It has 6 hooks to hook onto under the seat or where ever works. Had it for 3 years and it is very handy. I think it was around $20.

Title: Re: cargo bungee net
Post by buttgoat1 on 08/18/10 at 18:46:58

I use one all the time.
I use some small bungees tied to the 2 front corners to extend it to the shock mounts, really saves from having to overstretch it.

Title: Re: cargo bungee net
Post by thumperclone on 08/18/10 at 19:34:46

yess er rebob
bungie nuts on the top of the shocks..
there are different sizes nets got a balck and a red
30 pac of pbr no prob!!!

Title: Re: cargo bungee net
Post by Pabst 2006 on 08/24/10 at 17:48:47

you got my attention with that thumperclone.... ! :)

For large loads I use a cargo net, front end hooks go onto the shiny metal shock mounts, back end hooks go to the back of the fender, or the 2 holes near the license plate if you don't want to scratch the paint on the fender...

Day-to-day tasks utilize an adjustable bungee cord, auto parts stores or walmart/target have them too. Ran about 7 bucks for a pack of 2, 24" I think at their shortest length, I hook them under the fender on one side, up and over the pillion seat (and cargo) and under the fender on the other side. I had good results with the stock IRC tire, but when I replaced with a Pirelli 140/90-15 on the rear, I had to relocate due to some rubbing - your results may vary - it may depend on your rear tire size and rear shock preload setting.

The 2 adjustable bungees work great holding down anything from a folded-up bike cover and rain gear, to a 30-pack of PBR, to a small suitcase.

-Pabst