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BB

Like the subject says, I need to find a tankbag for my LT. Any brands to look for or stay away from? Not findind much so far. Any help would be greatly appreciated. BB
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78 R80/7 In "RS" Clothing
1957 NSU Superfox

Flying Duck · Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2009 2:24 pm Post subject:

You can get a generic tank bag. Tons of them out there. Since the tank is aluminum you have to get a strap attached bag, not magnetic.

If you want something made for K bikes, you can get a Multivario (sold by BMW with the little BMW roundel on it.) Note that you need to get the K1100 version as the K75/K100 won't fit on K1100s.

Another option that is custom made for out bikes is the Bagster brand. They're French and you have to order from CIMA International in Aurora, IL. The Bagster is nice because the base is also a complete tank bra.

Both the Multivario(BMW) and the Bagster have a hole right where the gas cap is to make filling up easier. Not sure how that works on generic tank bags.

The Mutlivario has a stiff bottom compartment and also has an additional center section that can be zipped in. The rain cover is separate and snap on. The Bagster has the rain cover built in. The BMW rain cover has clear plastic so you can see the map window. The Bagster rain cover is built in underneath but is solid black so you can't see the map window with the rain cover on.

This is the older style Bagster:

This is the Multivario:

Multivario with rain cover on:

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BB · Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2009 2:45 pm Post subject:

Thanks Drake, that helps get me started on what to look for.
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93 K11LT
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1957 NSU Superfox

Flying Duck · Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2009 3:30 pm Post subject:

I will probably have some tank bags for sale(definitely a Bagster and maybe a Multivario) in the near future. I need to do some house cleaning....
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE

Jim · Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2009 6:34 pm Post subject: tank bag

Keep an eye out at ibmwr.org - they show up there every now and then at a reasonable price. There was one on there recently - don't know what it sold for, or if it's still there.

http://www.ibmwr.org/market/adlist.php?cat=kas
http://www.ibmwr.org/market/adlist.php?cat=kps

You can also watch Craig's list and ebay. Good luck!
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1997 K1100LTSE 94,000 - has gremlins!
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1992 K75RTP 46,000

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fnord · Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2009 8:02 pm Post subject:

Wait, the Multivario opens up for fuel filling?

/me runs out to the garage
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BB · Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2009 9:31 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the good advise. Drake, let me know if you have something come up. I'm more inclined to go with the multivario.
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78 R80/7 In "RS" Clothing
1957 NSU Superfox

Mystic Red · Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2009 10:20 pm Post subject:

Off the grid · Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2009 12:30 am Post subject:

Bagster pwnage.

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wera32 · Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2009 8:00 am Post subject:

I tried other types on my RS but have found the Multivario to be far superior. If you unhook the straps at day's end the elastic lasts forever, well at least 12 years. That's how old mine is and there is no sign of failure.

You can unzip the sides almost to the back and tilt the bag vertical giving access to the fuel filler. Then just flop it back down and zip it back up. Just that quick.

I highly recommend the Multivario. It's worth whatever it costs.
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BB · Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2009 2:55 pm Post subject:

thanks for the great input. Very Happy

BB
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93 K11LT
74 R90/6
78 R80/7 In "RS" Clothing
1957 NSU Superfox