^AHAHAHA! That's awesome.

I was looking about doing a trip for a week to the dragon, from central illinois, and I was going to only have four bags and maybe a back pack. But I'm a minimalist.

Really, it's a short drive, only about 4 hours? and then however long your staying. My advice is wear whatever you can, and it's better to be hot than cold.

Anyone ever try using a backpack as a tank bag? I was looking at mine yesterday, and I saw that if I had a magnet in the bag, just like a "plate", I could just put it on the tank, and then take it off when I got off.

 

well its 600 one way. so i'm thinking of just doing about 300 a day, take my time. So yea, its not THAT extreme of a ride.

 

some one could sit on it..... but there are 2 straps that go across the passenger seat that would not be good for long rides or maybe even short ones. might be able to run them under the naner seat but i haven't tried that

 

If I ever have to go on long trips on my bike, I'll probably just go with the full set up. But otherwise there will be a car traveling with, so I just have to worry about breaking down at that point.

 

Saw this guy riding the other day....

 

I wouldn't wear a backpack for much over an hour... maybe 2. It's much more comfortable without one. Not sure how you'd secure one to the tank, either.

I have the nelson rigg saddlebags just like usetheffours has. They're the CL1000 and I got them new for like $62 on sale. You can pack a good amount in them. I had tools, 4 sets of clothes rolled up, rain gear, seat cover, chargers, camera, etc, etc. (and they still weren't maxed out).
I also got one of those waterproof see-through magnetic map pouches for the GPS. Worked well, but hard to see in the sun.

 

Found a Tankbag for you. I think I like this one, would help on those longer rides.

 

wow thats really cool! How loud is that speaker i wonder, doubt i'd be able to hear it while moving.

 

They say up to 75 mph you will be able to hear it

 

Wow, I like the Concours. Too bad I missed the auction.

Hmm, may head down to CG down the street and try the straps under the 'naner seat. That could be the answer.