Genuine Triumph Tail Bag - FAIL In my case.

[Madscots]

When taking tour groups around Europe (from Scotland) I have this set-up that expands if needed. I have a Rocket 3 Touring for the pillions so not issue with this set up lol

 

[Madscots]

For local runs I have this that carries enough for a day out

 

[gadget_ho]

I bought the tail bag knowing it only mounted to the pillion seat (read all the instructions first as I needed to find the right part number before buying), as in nearly 4 years with the bike, I have not once carried a passenger. With the tail pack and a backpack I can get 2-3 nights away in warmer months where I am only packing shorts, t-shirts etc and a pair of comfy shoes. And I can't imagine ever wanting to road trip in our winter when it does reach subzero temps and I'd need to pack woolies. But then I never went into the R thinking it was an Iron Butt candidate...

Oh, and it rained on me in both directions on the last trip, but because I stayed in motion, the tail pack stayed bone dry. It had a large meat shield protecting it...

 

[Ward]

Agree with all these sentiments, but I only want one bike. Only had the GT since August, but hoping to do some touring this year when the weather picks up. We have the new Triumph panier luggage which is great and I also have a Ventura Spada bag that slips over the sissy bar, rests on the rack, and secures around and under the sissy bar - just perfect for touring 2-up. What I was looking for was something for just the odd day out solo, that I could leave on the rack. Triumph seem to have a gap in the range there !

 

[lotus]

I've been through the same process, and come to exactly the same conclusion - but I didn't buy the bag. I just want something to carry a few bits & bobs when I go out, and don't like rucksacks. I've settled for a cheap & cheerful 10Ltr bag from ebay that has a velcro strap underneath and I use two cable ties around the sissy bar. Not ideal, but it works (just about) - but I don't think it would be rain-proof though

Thanks for the picture Ward......
I've looked on ebay and not able to find what you have. Could you send a link to that bag?

 

[Renigma]

I don't normally ride while wearing a shirt & bow tie, but here is a photo of one of my solutions. (I'm heading out on the DGR ride).
It's a home made top-box which is locked to the bike and water tight and lockable.

I don't ride with a pillion so prefer not to hang stuff off the rear of the bike. Personal preference, of course.

If I need to carry larger volumes, I use a big rectangular hold all. It's not water proof, so I put things in separate plastic bags. Works ok, but not ideal for long tours of course. The main benefit is carrying capacity. (The OEM panniers are too small in my opinion).

Hi, I'm trying to make something similar for attaching a top box and a sissy bar. Is it possible for you to share more photos of the rack you've built ?

 

[Jagster]

Hi, I'm trying to make something similar for attaching a top box and a sissy bar. Is it possible for you to share more photos of the rack you've built ?

Sure. Here you go:
Designing a new rear fender - winter project
Scroll down to #27 and go from there..