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Message started by Greg on 05/21/13 at 09:51:18

Title: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Greg on 05/21/13 at 09:51:18

I am going to a graduation party for some cousins on June 2. They are about a 6 hour ride one way. It will be the longest ride I will have done to date. The weather looks like it is only going to have showers at either end of the trip. I know they can't predict anything more than a few minutes out but I am hoping it doesn't change to storms. I bought this cheap bag to attach to my back rest for my clothing and my saddlebags should be big enough to hold rain gear, cool weather gear, etc. I am excited!

http://www.jafrum.com/Motorcycle-Luggage/Motorcycle-Sissy-Bar-Bags/SB2010

http://www.jafrum.com/SB2010a.jpg

http://www.jafrum.com/SB2010b.jpg

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by rl153 on 05/21/13 at 10:05:23

Boy ,thats a nice bag at a good price. I want one even tho I don't need it.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Serowbot on 05/21/13 at 10:36:50

Steal... what was shipping on that?...

I'm tempted... but, I don't have a sissy bar...
...(plenty sissy enough without one)... :-?...

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Greg on 05/21/13 at 10:48:47

Shipping was like $9. I got the bag only. I wanted a new helmet but they were out of the closeout I was looking at. The only real issue, if it is one, is the side flaps aren't real long. The gap may allow rain to enter. I only plan on using it for travel and will put my clothes in a plastic bag as well. To me it is a not issue.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Dane Allen on 05/21/13 at 11:02:30

7570777C7B71120 wrote:

Allow me to direct you to the duct tape thread!! ;D

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Post by paulmarshall on 05/21/13 at 12:31:25

Nice looking bag dude.
Enjoy your ride. ;)

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Post by Wolfman on 05/21/13 at 13:19:33

Duck tape? You know,if they can make prom dresses and tuxs out of duck tape why can't we make saddle bags from duck tape?...lol

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by jcstokes on 05/21/13 at 13:26:50

I've only done one over nighter and put my underwear and socks in plastic snap lock bags and shirts and jeans in larger plastic bags. Just remember to let the air out of the snap lock bags as you seal them up. It wilol be an interesting test to see how well your new bag keeps the water out.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Stangdude on 05/21/13 at 13:37:31

wow... thats perfect for what i want

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Dave on 05/21/13 at 17:44:42

So when you say it is a 6 hour trip. You got to stop for gas every 100 miles, stretch your legs, eat, drink.....un-drink. Those 6 hour trips take 8 hours!

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by groupus on 05/22/13 at 11:21:59

Nice bag at a helluva price. I've never really had a problem with rain getting in my bags, even cheap ones, back when I could still put them on my bike. I've ridden in heavy down pours and hail before. I usually put everything in a grocery bag and tied it up.

Where is home for you?

P.S. I'd also run a strap through that top loop to something secure in case it decides to jump off the sissy bar.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Greg on 05/22/13 at 13:08:37

Yeah, the 6 hour trip will probably be closer to 8 or so with all the stops. Plus, I would like to take some scenic routes instead of the highway.

"Home" is western PA in Hermitage. I am actually passing through that just into Ohio for my cousins' graduations.

I was thinking of adding a strap to the bottom to make it a little more difficult for people with sticky fingers at rest stops.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Dave on 05/22/13 at 14:08:24

5E5B5C57505A390 wrote:

I was thinking of adding a strap to the bottom to make it a little more difficult for people with sticky fingers at rest stops.

Or you could get a strap and carry it as your "man purse".

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Dane Allen on 05/24/13 at 09:31:16

4C777A6D7C706B6D767E736C1F0 wrote:

[quote author=5E5B5C57505A390 link=1369155079/0#11 date=1369253317]I was thinking of adding a strap to the bottom to make it a little more difficult for people with sticky fingers at rest stops.

Or you could get a strap and carry it as your "man purse".[/quote]

IT"S A SATCHEL!!!! ;D ;D ;D I believe the correct term is man-bag ;D ;D

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Sheriff41 on 05/24/13 at 21:33:36

I had Jafrum's SB70 sissy bar bag on my V Star 650. I was really pleased with the quality and size of the bag. It held up well and the guy that bought the bike from me is still using it. Good luck with your road trip!

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Greg on 05/29/13 at 05:06:03

My final decision on bike vs car will be Friday but it isn't looking too promising as of now. I would be riding in storms the way there, while there, and the way back. I don't mind getting wet but hours in storms ain't my kind of fun.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 05/29/13 at 08:06:23

People driving cars dont Expect to see bikes in that kind of weather. Makes it all the easier for them to fail to see you.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by mpescatori on 05/29/13 at 08:23:10

3E3B3C37303A590 wrote:

As long as it's broad daylight, it's one thing.
After sunset, it's a completely different issue.

4-6-18 wheeled vehicles will simply NOT see you.
AND
with wet roads not reflecting light back at you, you will NOT see where the road goes, nor where the potholes are, etc.
Entirely by guesswork...
AND
the Savage's taillight is not something I would bet my life on...
:-X
I know, I rode some 400 miles in the rain at night once, and arrived absolutely terrified !
:o :o :o

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 05/29/13 at 08:38:20

Boy, no Kiddin! That lite just isnt enough on a dark wet road.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by Rembrandt on 06/06/13 at 21:00:34

Thanks guys...being so newly back into riding...that's something I never even thought about...limitations of the tail light.

Title: Re: Hoping to ride back "home"
Post by mpescatori on 06/07/13 at 00:01:59

So, Greg, how was the trip ? Did you drive or ride ? :)