bmw tankbag gs adv

[zeus2534]

i recently acquired a bmw tankbag for my adventure - the only part which was missing was the " knob tape self sticking " - yes guys thats the description in the manual - is this double sided tape necessary - i assume it prevents movement - one other thing - are these tankbags paint friendly or do i have to cover the tank with a cloth of some sort prior to fitment

 

[rocks]

Tank bags

I have a BMW tank bag. it hooks onto the front of the tank and has a zipped piece by the seat mounts which you zip it in too.

It has a set of foam pads on its base. I have used it a fair amount and not had any problems with marking the tank etc.. the foam is fairly thick and soft.

I dont know anything about sticky tape though.. i dont have any on the tank thats for sure..

Hope this helps..

 

[(RIP) Sugar Ray]

The double-sided tape is only required to attach a velcro pad which keeps the zippered portion in place at the front of the seat, assuming you wish to leave it there when you remove the tank bag.

Regards,

Charles

 

[zeus2534]

thanks for that guys - the bag looks pretty cool though the map bag on top is not quite large enough for a decent map

 

[oblertone]

Map bag !

Ahh, but it does rotate so you can view both sides !

 

[Rugged Path]

Having bought the Beemer tankbag for my Adventure (sight unseen), it is bloody small when fitted on the tank. Like a zit on my backside.
Unfortunately, I grew up with a Harro Elefantboy bagbag on the old 2-valver in which my tent and other gear fitted in and I was also slimmer at the time.. Now, the new'un will only hold my wallet.

 

[zeus2534]

oblertone - i didn't actually think of the benefit of the reversible map bag - but to answer your question yes it does rotate !!