An alternative way to mount Cortech Tail Bag

My tank bag almost departed the bike at near triple digit speed last weekend so I decided to go with a tail bag instead. I liked the looks of the Cortech Sport Tail bag and ordered one from Newenough. I received the bag this weekend and like a lot of six gen guys I wasn't real happy with having to run straps over the body work. Here is what I came up with instead.

I ran two straps I had (they're 2.50 @ REI) under the seat. I made sure the front one could not slide back and loosen up.





You could just run the straps over the bottom flap of the tank bag and ride that way. The Bottom flap Velcros to the front. I wanted a little extra security so I took the hooks off the bungee cords and tied them together.



I then ran the straps over the bungee cords and the bottom flap. Tightened down the straps and secured the excess strap.



I took it out for a "test ride" this afternoon and I works great! I didn't feel it at all and it stayed put at high speeds. We'll see how it holds up over time but at the moment I'm happy. I also like the fact that if I want to take it off the bike all I have to do is reach between the bottom of the bag and the bottom flap then release the two clips.

Action

 

That's awesome, Action. I'm going to try this out, I've been trying different options but haven't really been happy with them.

Thanks!

 

I just ordered one of these babies.

That and a tank bag should be enough for a 2 day ride.

 

That is similar to the way my Luggage Locker Seat Sak mounts. Nothing on the precious bodywork.

Motorcycle Luggage Product Installation

 

I have the whole Cortec system - tail, saddle and tank. Got them when I had a CBR 1000 and Red Rider mag had an article about making the CBR a "sport tourer." I did some mods to get the saddle bag spaced a little from to mufflers. The Cortec system has worked well.

 

That's a good idea. I've had one of those bags for several years but haven't used it on my VFR for that very reason. I already have the straps to, there's an REI across the street from my office

Thanks for the idea.

 

Dibbs!!!

 

Guess it's too late now. :frown: