Anybody running a tank bag?

[XS1100 Newbie]

Looking at different tank bags, and i am having difficulty finding one that will fit my special. The magnetic ones i have tried, all see to end up with the magnets on the emblems, and therefore won't hold well. I have heard that the strap type ruins your paint, so i am shying away from that. Anyone use one that fits well" What brand, and how big.
Thanks

[petejw]

hi XS1100 Newbie,

im running a tank bag, it has both magnets and straps
to hold it to the tank, as is it will scratch the tank up
pretty good unless u put some sort of cloth or felt
between the two.

heres a pic with out the straps, the magnets do interfere
with the emblems but doesnt affect how it sticks to the tank.

[DiverRay]

Mine just has EXL on it. It's on my MNS, and hold on with 3 magnets. sits on TOP of the tank, and its not that big. It will hold my spare gloves and a camera, has a place for a map on top, and a pocket for a cell phone.

[xsroadrunner]

CORTEC Super Mini,or even a regular sized CORTEC will work without the magnets drooping over onto the emblems,and it stays where you put it even without any straps and at high speeds too.

[rpgoerlich]

I have a Motopak GT-27 (20L expandable to 27L) I use on my special and standard. I use the front strap around the steering neck. The magnets sit just above the emblems.

[Crusty Snippets]

Tank bag

I use one, it has a magnet for and aft, and a magnet on each side near the front. It fits my Suzuki better but does the job on Yami. Yami has room for a much larger bag so I am looking for one. My bank has a clear plastic sleeve to slide in a map or notes, plus a small pocket at the rear where I store a clock. Can look down and see / read both while riding.
Has side pockets that are handy to store wallett as I need quick access when buying a ferry ticket. Also has a rain cover that is tucked in at the front when not in use. And it has straps so it can be worn as a back pack.
I can take pictures if required and provide the brand.

Unkle Crusty

[natemoen]

I woul d be interested to learn more crusty

[XS1100 Newbie]

That motopac looks like it may be the ticket.

[cywelchjr]

I have a cortec bag that came with my bike. I have to say I don't really like it, it interferes with the seat and is difficult to put on and remove. I'm thinking about a magnetic bag, but it's not really a high priority with the fairing, bags and tailtrunk.

[dpotter58]

I have a firstgear brand and I keep a micro fiber towel under it. It's magnetic and they hold very well. When refuling I just flip it over to one side. Two magnets hold it on, no need to remove the whole thing.

[jetmechmarty]

I have this one and I like it. I've had it about seven years. It fits nicely on my Special.

[DiverRay]

Here is a link to a picture of my MNS with the tank bag.http://rjmatteis.com/motorcycle/index.html
Hope this helps in your search!