1200 Which Tank Bag

I have the 3D603. It's fairly small and unobstrusive - you could probably go larger if you wanted, without it getting in your way. But I just wanted something to put odds and ends in while travelling - phone, wallet, charger etc.



The clip-on system works well, and it comes with a strap that you can put round the handlebars for peace of mind. Be warned though; I didn't realise until too late that the strap on mine rubbed some paint off the tank. I should have been more careful with how/where I routed it.

 

I like my 4 litre one, including the 12 volt feed to the handy USB chargers.
The transparent window on top is allegedly suitable for displaying a smartphone - but actually it is a bit small for modern phones unless you have one of the Mini types.
Presumably you have a top box and/or panniers for luggage, so the tank bag is only for bits and pieces - hence the smaller option.

 

I have the XS307, I use this to commute, and on longer trips for essentials. Tank lock system is great, I used to use the extra strap but it was a pain in the arse, especially when filling up, so I cut it off and have had no issues with the bag moving.

The only point I would make is that the extra map pocket you can buy, whilst good, flaps around when you are riding. Not an issue just a bit annoying.

Just put it on the DVT but had to move it back a bit as it was fouling the bars.

 

I've got both the small (4 litre) Ducati Pocket tank bag [96780261A] and the larger (15 - 18 litres) Ducati Touring tank bag [96780511A]. Both use the Givi Tank Lock ring. The Pocket tank bag is a direct equivalent to the Givi 3D603. There is no Givi tank bag which is similar to the Ducati Touring tank bag, the nearest in size is the XS308.

The Pocket/3D603 tank bag is great for day trips and can be expanded to hold a fair amount. I also wanted a larger tank bag to hold even more when touring, and decided on the Ducati Touring tank bag as I liked the design: map pocket (I don't use the separate, larger map carrier), side pockets and a rear pocket. Although it's a large bag it doesn't foul the bars on full lock.

I use the Ducati USB power hub [96680441A] with both bags. The Givi equivalent[S111] does use a PowerLet (Hella) 12V connector but it could easily be replaced.

 

Just bought the SW motech evo engage which is curved and fits the multi tank really well:

Bags Connection QUICK LOCK EVO Engage Tank Bag

 

It's not massive but I can get my camera and a couple of lenses in there with room for keys, wallet and phone. Side pockets are not big but one will take the rain cover plus the over shoulder carry strap leaving one free.

 

For what it's worth,I've this bag and can't fault it
I personally think it's the best looking one out there,subjectively speaking

 

I had two Bags Connection Quick Lock Evo tanks bags (Trial and Daypack) on my previous Multistrada. I had a problem with the larger Trial bag coming lose on the tank ring a few times, usually when stuffed full and my gut pressing against it Also I didn't like the position of the handle which is at the front; firstly it makes the bag a bit more difficult to place and remove the bag from the tank and secondly you have to ensue the bag is fully closed otherwise things fall out the bag as the closing zip is at the bottom. The Givi bags have the handle at the rear.

I always use dry bags (Exped) for for the things in the tank bag. They are useful for spare pair of gloves, especially for storing a wet pair. Also useful for any bottles of liquids to stop any leakage from contaminating the other contents of the tank bag.

I don't think I've ever used a tank bag cover. I occasionally use proofing spray on any areas which might leak. The only problem I get is the map pocket on the top gets damp and misted up. Also I get a lot of reflection from the clear plastic of map pockets on very sunny days, shame they don;t have a matt finish.

 

I have that one too. Fits the tank contours much better than the Givi ones. I also have the larger Evo City bag as well which is great when touring.

Bags Connection QUICK LOCK EVO City Tank Bag

 

The City bag looks good and would complement the Engage well.

 

The City bag will expand and was extremely useful on the way back of two Euro trips when i needed waterproofs to hand very easily. Day to day though the Engage is better and you wouldn't even notice it was there.

 

Will the Quick Lock Evo Engage bag fit a Givi tank lock ring ?

 

Don't think so. They work differently.

 

Just found your post on a search. Like the look of the bag. Have you had any problem with it rubbing the paintwork? Looks like a bit of a mission to fit it!

 

+1 for the SWMotech Evo powered. Wears really well, comes with a rain cover, and the fact you can charge your bits in it is awesome.

Be warned though that you need a tiny torx to fit it (the powered bit) like, iphone small

 

Ordered the SW Motech. Looks really nice.

 

SWMotech Engage works well with the Multi

 

Thanks for this folks, very reassuring. Got my Engage coming tomorrow.