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Take It With You: Motorcycle Luggage Buyers Guide

SW-Motech Pro Blaze Saddlebags Motorcycle Luggage
SW-Motech Pro Blaze Saddlebags, Tail Bag, and Tank Bag on a BMW S 1000 XR.

In Rider’s February issue, we shared the results of a survey that offered a fascinating deep dive into our readers’ habits and preferences. One telling statistic was that three-quarters of our readers – yep, we’re looking at you – ride their motorcycles at least 3,000 miles per year, with nearly half of those polled saying they travel at least double that. Along these lines, the top three most popular types of motorcycles our readers own are touring, sport-touring, and adventure bikes. Ergo, we created this motorcycle luggage buyers guide.

With the riding season kicking into high gear, many of you are thinking about your next motorcycle trip. Maybe it will be on paved roads, or maybe you’ll be tackling rougher terrain. Regardless, if you’re already planning your next overnight – or longer – excursion, or even if you’re fortunate enough to be able to drop everything at the last minute and take off for a weekend getaway, how much you can pack and how you will carry it is an important consideration.

With that in mind, this luggage buyers guide provides a variety of great options, from tank bags to panniers to top boxes, to help you take what you need on your next adventure.

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Aerostich Tank Panniers

Aerostich Tank Paniiers Motorcycle Luggage

The Aerostich Tank Panniers are semi-rigid bags made in the U.S. and constructed of sturdy, water-resistant urethane-coated 1000-denier Cordura nylon with an adjustable mounting system: two padded, 2-inch-wide hook-and-loop closed webbing straps plus two adjustable bungee shock cords. Neoprene tank pads protect your paint and eliminate slippage, and removable plastic inserts shape the bags. The panniers also feature two exterior pockets. Available in Black or Hi-Viz for $197. Standard: 12 × 9 × 5 in./8.8 liters each, or Competition: 12 × 7.5 × 4.5 in./6.6 liters each.


Cortech Super 2.0 12L Tank Bag

Cortech Super 2.0 12L Tank Bag Motorcycle Luggage

The Cortech Super 2.0 12L Tank Bag is made of 1680-denier ballistic polyester and 1800-denier three-lined twill jacquard. It fits most modern sportbikes and sport-tourers with sloped gas tanks, and it has a single zipper on the main compartment, a removable map pocket, and two built-in sip tube/headphone exit ports. The bag also comes with a rain cover, a shield pouch, a water bladder holder, and hideaway backpack straps. The 12-liter tankbag measures 20 x 7.5 x 11 inches and is priced at $109.99 (strap mount) or $129.99 (magnet mount).


Shad TR40 Terra Adventure Saddlebags

Shad TR40 Terra Adventure Saddlebags Motorcycle Luggage

Made of abrasion-resistant material with reinforced stitches, Shad TR40 Terra Adventure Saddlebags have 64 total liters of capacity and hold up to 22 lb in each side, with six Duraflex cam buckles and eight reinforced tiedowns per bag. The Double Locking System locks the bag to the 4P System Side Case Racks (sold separately) and prevents unwanted access to the inside of the bag, while roll closures on the outer and inner bags ensure they’re waterproof. The TR40s include a dry bag, a bag holder, and a bottle harness, and each bag is 15.75 x 9.8 x 14.9 inches. Priced at $578.99. 


Givi ALA44 Monokey Alaska Case

Givi ALA44 Monokey Alaska Case Motorcycle Luggage

The 44-liter Monokey Alaska Case from Givi holds the equivalent of one modular helmet and features the Monokey attachment system, which uses a single lock and key to open the case and release it from the plate. Inside is a series of built-in grips, so loads can be secured to both the lid and the bottom of the case. The waterproof case has rivets fitted with gaskets and sealed using silicone. It measures 13 x 16.6 x 18.3 inches and has four belt-strap loops integrated into the lid. Available in natural or black finish for $464.


Nelson-Rigg Hurricane Dual Sport Saddlebags

Nelson-Rigg Hurricane Dual Sport Saddlebags Motorcycle Luggage

The Nelson-Rigg Hurricane Dual Sport Saddlebags are made from heavy duty, UV-treated PVC tarpaulin material. All seams are electronically heat welded. Approximately 14 liters per side, the saddlebags have internal support panels and a removable stiffener to hold the shape when empty. They mount using hook-and-loop straps and tension buckles – no rack needed. They feature quick-release buckles on top and bottom to secure additional gear and an air purge valve for easy compression. Main compartment measures 17 x 7 x 9 inches. Priced at $179.95 with a lifetime warranty.


Joe Rocket Manta II XL Tank Bag

Joe Rocket Manta II XL Tank Bag Motorcycle Luggage

The Joe Rocket Manta II XL Tank Bag is made of improved structural foam and UltraMax fabric with SBS zippers and is resistant to wind, water, and fading. The newly resized phone pocket has mesh backing for better breathability, and an outer side pocket provides additional access to the main pocket. Inside the tankbag is an adjustable divider to keep contents from shifting, as well as a charge cord and headphone port. The bag comes with a rain cover, and it mounts using either magnets or supplied straps. It measures 16 x 10 x 6 inches and is priced at $124.99.


SW-Motech Pro Blaze Saddlebags

SW-Motech Pro Blaze Saddlebags Motorcycle Luggage

Offering an innovative way to mount soft saddlebags on sportbikes, the SW-Motech Pro Blaze Saddlebags feature mounting arms that quickly attach and detach, leaving minimally visible mounting brackets when the arms are removed. The Pro Blaze bags are made of durable, UV-resistant 1680-denier ballistic nylon material, and the expanding zipper increases volume from 14 to 21 liters. The main compartment is top loading, and the bags have a zippered outside pocket and a carrying handle. Dimensions are 5.5 x 11.8 x 17.3 inches. Priced at $499.95.


Giant Loop Mototrekk Panniers

Giant Loop Mototrekk Panniers Motorcycle Luggage

Giant Loop’s MotoTrekk Panniers are dry bag-inspired panniers made of welded 500-denier waterproof fabric and a double-reinforced top and bottom. They feature a roll-top closure that keeps contents dry and dirt free. The integrated mounting system enables them to strap to virtually any side luggage racks. Lash loops provide expanded storage capacity, and quick-connect magnetic buckles facilitate easy mounting and removal. Each bag holds 25 liters, measures 12 x 15 x 7 inches, and includes two shoulder straps for backpack-style carrying. Priced at $479.


Sedici 20L Dry Bag Saddlebags

Sedici 20L Dry Bag Saddlebags Motorcycle Luggage

The Sedici 20-liter Dry Bag Saddlebags’ three-fold roll-top closures and dual-layer 500-denier tarpaulin material with sonic HF-welded seams ensure your gear stays dry. A quick-release air valve and quick-release speed buckles on each side facilitate easy packing and unpacking. External MOLLE loops, pockets, and D-rings, plus included accessory mounting straps, provide a variety of options for mounting and adding additional storage. Removable internal support loops help keep the bags in shape. They measure 17 x 11 x 6 inches and are priced at $149.99.


Wolfman Luggage Enduro Tank Bag WP

Wolfman Luggage Enduro Tank Bag WP Motorcycle Luggage

Wolfman Luggage redesigned its popular Enduro Tank Bag WP for a more usable shape that fits almost every dual-sport and dirtbike. Made of custom 840-denier nylon TPU laminate with waterproof RF-welded seams, the bag is kept in place by a four-point quick-release mounting system that doesn’t interfere with the gas cap or the vent hose. With a 4-liter capacity, the Enduro Tank Bag has a removable clear pocket, a removable waist belt pouch, and a YKK AquaGuard water-repellant main zipper. The bag is 9 x 6 x 5.5 inches (height in the front). Priced at $151.99.

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New Gear: Customized Enduro Motorcycle Bags from Wolfman Threadworks

Wolfman Threadworks Luggage Motorcycle Bags

When quality meets passion, you get a work of art, and now you can get that work of art with customized enduro motorcycle bags from Wolfman Threadworks.

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Wolfman Threadworks is a one-man operation run by Eric Hougen, a master pattern maker and sewing machine operator, as well as the designer and owner of Wolfman Luggage.

Eric designs and builds enduro motorcycle bags that come either in a variety of color combinations or can be personalized to the buyer. Each bag is made to order and will be cosmetically unique.

Wolfman Threadworks Luggage Motorcycle Bags
Wolfman Threadworks Luggage Motorcycle Bags

Those looking to personalize their ride can order the E-Duffle Bag ($164.99), the multisport waist Greg Bag ($199.99), the E-Tank Bag ($224.99), the DayTripper Saddlebag ($349.99), or the E-12 Saddlebag ($374.99).

Wolfman Threadworks Luggage Motorcycle Bags
Wolfman Threadworks Luggage Motorcycle Bags

For more details on the bags, visit the Wolfman Threadworks website.

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Wolfman Peak Tail Bag WP | Gear Review

Wolfman Peak Tail Bag WP motorcycle luggage review
The Wolfman Peak Tail Bag WP is a 6.5L waterproof, rack-mounted motorcycle tail bag with an 840D nylon exterior and RF-welded seams. MSRP is $169.99. (Story and photos by Moshe K. Levy, aka Moto Mouth Moshe)

Wolfman’s Peak Tail Bag WP provides a compact but versatile storage space on any motorcycle with a dedicated luggage rack. Its black wedge-shaped exterior is constructed of 840D nylon TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) laminate with radio frequency-welded seams. The “WP” in the name refers to Welded Product, though the Peak is also waterproof. It has a reflective yellow Wolfman logo accent on the narrow side, and a matching yellow bungee on top.

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Beefy YKK water-repellant zippers with oversized plastic pulls allow access to the matching bright yellow interior, which features an integrated zippered mesh pocket on the top lid’s underside. Total capacity is 6.5 liters, which is plenty of room for food, hand tools, and basic rain gear. Overall, the Peak measures 10 inches long by 6 inches high, and its width narrows from 8 inches in front to 5 inches at the rear. Four robust straps allow for mounting to the motorcycle’s rack (it’s not designed to be mounted directly to a rear fender), and the bag features a non-skid base attached by hook-and-loop to the Peak’s bottom, which keeps it from shifting during riding.

Wolfman Peak Tail Bag WP motorcycle luggage review
A bright yellow interior makes it easy to find small items.

Over a 5-month testing regimen, I exposed the Peak to a variety of weather conditions including extended winter rides below freezing and prolonged spring downpours. It proved to be very durable, and especially impervious to mud and road grime, which easily wiped clean off of the exterior’s nylon material with soap and water. The Peak’s water-repellant nylon exterior and welded seams kept the interior bone dry even after hours in torrential rain. Aesthetically, the Peak retains its shape whether full or empty thanks to its plastic-reinforced shell, which is an added bonus.  

Ultimately, Wolfman’s Peak WP Tail Bag impressed with its combination of useful practicality and rugged construction, in a size that’s just right for day trips. Its MSRP is $169.99 and it’s made in the USA.

For more information, visit wolfmanluggage.com.

Check out more product reviews and articles on Moshe K. Levy (aka Moto Mouth Moshe) on his website and YouTube channel.

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Wolfman Dual-Sport Luggage | Gear Review

Wolfman Roll Up Luggage Review

It may seem like you need a big adventure bike to carry saddlebags or luggage on a long on- and off-road ride, or at least some sort of side racks to support and keep the bags out of the rear wheel. Fortunately for fans of smaller, more dirt-worthy machines, the clever souls at Wolfman Motorcycle Luggage have figured out how to secure soft luggage to the slim, Spartan tailsections of enduro and dual-sport bikes without mounting heavy and undesirable metal side racks.

In addition to a wide selection of soft luggage for all types of motorcycles, Wolfman offers the E-Base WP “Unrack” system as a starting point for mounting many of its different bag options. Constructed of two layers of custom 840d TPU with hard flexible plastic in between, the E-Base is waterproof and durable enough for sustained abuse off-road, and its simple three-point mounting system fastens it securely over the rear fender and side panels of enduros and dual-sports and makes it very stable. Multiple D-rings and quick-release straps on the E-Base let you attach Wolfman’s various bag options — I tried the waterproof small 303 WP and medium Rolie WP bags in various combinations depending upon the length of the ride.

Wolfman Roll Up Luggage Review

Roll-down tops with quick release buckles and radio-frequency welded seams make the tough 840d TPU Rolie WP bags 100% waterproof, and the outside layer is laser cut with slots for nylon webbing straps that secure to the E-Base or to crash bars and tail racks. The 303 WP bag (named after Colorado’s original area code) holds six liters, and two or three of these are perfect for day trips on my Yamaha WR250R. For longer overnighters and camping I use the 12-liter medium Rolie WPs for more space. Large 20-liter Rolie bags are available for use with Wolfman’s larger B-Base WP and bigger ADV machines. All have bright yellow liners to make items easy to find within, and ask Wolfman about stuff sacks for the Rolie Bags WP — they were working on some at this writing.

Once you figure out how everything mounts and cut the straps to length (replacements are readily available), the E-Base WP and three Rolie bags filled to capacity simply won’t budge on my dual-sport, even after hours of riding on rocky, bumpy trails. The beauty of the system is that the bags can stay on the E-Base when you whisk it off the bike by simply undoing two straps. If you’re concerned about scuffing, I recommend applying some clear shelf liner or 3M paint protection film to finished parts under the E-Base, like the plastic muffler heat shield on my WR. Wolfman also sells accessory heat shields.

The $149.99 E-Base will fit most enduro bikes and smaller dual-sport bikes, like the KTM EXC, EXC-W, Husky FE and TE Series, Yamaha WR and WR250R, Honda CRF series, Suzuki DRZ400 and Kawasaki KLX250. Rolie bags sell for $69.99 to $99.99.

For more information:
Call (855) 384-8902 or visit wolfmanluggage.com

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