Wearing a backpack while riding?

[Bonez]

Well thats how it was done in the old days, just having a bike made you cool and rich looking.

Still done in these modern times mate . Though I did buy a tank bag off Maha recently, which can be used as a man bag, backpack, tail bag etc.

[Bonez]

Cheap skate!

Of course.

[niero]

Hahaha, i came off with my $5000 Macbook Pro (when I say came off, I mean a fucking Landrover drove over me) in my bag... probably saved my spine! All in all, just one small dent on the side, thank god for Aluminium body. Anything plastic would have been in pieces.

[Phurrball]

^^^ Hmm - says something for Apple's laptops. My aluminium powerbook was in my backpack in both of the crashes I have had - it's a little battered, but still works just fine :

[Quasievil]

Ive Just ordered the new KNOX motorcycle back packs in, carries a 17 inch notebook, its got 25 litre capacity, a special pocket for a visor (great for the clear one if coming home late) as well as a integrate helmet pocket, so when you get to work you put the helmet into the extendable helmet pocket and away you go, it even has a pocket for the roll up back protector to go in, its aerodynamic and everything else that you would expect

Here is the speel
Ergonomic. Like military kit, the Sixpack is engineered so that the majority of the weight is carried low over the hips to reduce stress on the lower back when worn over long distances.
25-litre capacity. Easy access to the main 25-litre compartment is achieved via a 180-degree zipper, which is protected by an adjustable storm flap.
Laptop carry-case. Inside is a high-quality laptop carry-case that is detachable, removable and large enough to carry a 17” notebook.
Spare visor pouch. Don’t get caught in the dark thanks to a soft, removable protective visor pouch for a spare visor, that fastens to the interior.
Additional capacity. For added practicality, the SixPack is fitted with a compression strap system to carry the Knox Stowaway roll-up back protector, bedding roll etc.
Helmet carrier. On reaching the destination, put the helmet into the water-resistant helmet bag supplied with the SixPack, then fit it under the expandable helmet carrier on the back of the rucksack, so it can be carried safely and securely. (NB the helmet-carrying feature is not designed for use while riding)

And the picture
Havent worked out pricing but hopefully around the $120 mark

[Cajun]

nice quasi i be in for one of those

[Slyer]

Sign me up for one!

[gijoe1313]

dang thems lookies goods, I will be in for one as well

[vifferman]

I recommend a tank bag.
Just make sure you dont get metal shavings stuck on the magnets.

Or sand or grit. A lot of this (especially on the west coast) is magnetic.
And very abrasive.

[Cajun]

Or sand or grit. A lot of this (especially on the west coast) is magnetic.
And very abrasive.

yeah or floor of the ferrys

worked that one out, got a scratch on my tank, first one in 40,000+kms )c: <

[imdying]

Spare visor pouch. Don’t get caught in the dark thanks to a soft, removable protective visor pouch for a spare visor, that fastens to the interior.

Well fuck me... I've been looking for one of these for ages... was just about to push the button on a mil spec icon backpack for this purpose.

How much and when are they arriving?

[vifferman]

got a scratch on my tank

A scratch! OH NO!!! Quelle horreur! and all that.

I rode my bike up to North Cape, and did many km of riding on unsealed roads. I was having such a good time I forgot to check the bottom of the tankbag each time I put it on. The paintwork is now pretty much fucked.


Mebbe it's time I did a trackday... I'm bound to bin it, and my plastics and tank both need some tidying up...

[Quasievil]

Well fuck me... I've been looking for one of these for ages... was just about to push the button on a mil spec icon backpack for this purpose.

How much and when are they arriving?

They will be $149 mate, I wanted them cheaper but the ole USD thing is kinda sucky, however I think they will be well worth the investment.
They are ordered and we expect them in NZ in about a week + customs two weeks tops.

[Quasievil]

Ive Just ordered the new KNOX motorcycle back packs in, carries a 17 inch notebook, its got 25 litre capacity, a special pocket for a visor (great for the clear one if coming home late) as well as a integrate helmet pocket, so when you get to work you put the helmet into the extendable helmet pocket and away you go, it even has a pocket for the roll up back protector to go in, its aerodynamic and everything else that you would expect

Here is the speel
Ergonomic. Like military kit, the Sixpack is engineered so that the majority of the weight is carried low over the hips to reduce stress on the lower back when worn over long distances.
25-litre capacity. Easy access to the main 25-litre compartment is achieved via a 180-degree zipper, which is protected by an adjustable storm flap.
Laptop carry-case. Inside is a high-quality laptop carry-case that is detachable, removable and large enough to carry a 17” notebook.
Spare visor pouch. Don’t get caught in the dark thanks to a soft, removable protective visor pouch for a spare visor, that fastens to the interior.
Additional capacity. For added practicality, the SixPack is fitted with a compression strap system to carry the Knox Stowaway roll-up back protector, bedding roll etc.
Helmet carrier. On reaching the destination, put the helmet into the water-resistant helmet bag supplied with the SixPack, then fit it under the expandable helmet carrier on the back of the rucksack, so it can be carried safely and securely. (NB the helmet-carrying feature is not designed for use while riding)

And the picture
Havent worked out pricing but hopefully around the $120 mark

These Bags have arrived this morning and in a word FUCKEN HELL they are wicked, I want one but cant justify it on the race bike !

Six in total so order fast !

Churs