Luggage

Not sure if posted in the right place but im off to Switzerland over the bank holiday and am after some luggage for the bike. 2014 STR

I don't really fancy a tank bag or anything in front of me.
Can anybody offer any recommendations on experience of luggage for pillion seat etc and possible places to purchase in regards to price and customer experience

Be much appreciated
Thanks

 

I didn't fancy a tank bag neither but someone reccomended that I get a small one for carrying things I'd want easy access to on the way. Things like passport, wallett, documents and phone etc. I got a small givi one and used it for just that. Once we made it to our destination it came off and stayed in the hotel. Was glad I took it in the end for the journey down as having to remove stuff from tail packs all the time would be a pain in the ass

 

Kriega is always a good bet. Not the cheapest but it's the best quality, waterproof and is all compatible with each other.

 

Other than that I have two kriega tailpacks.

 

Ok any specific size better suited
10L 20L money isn't a problem
And I like the sound of a. Small tank bag for passport etc makes perfect sense

 

Also am I right in thinking if you buy a 10 and a 20 for example they will strap together small on top of big and tie down together?

 

yes that's right. And if you get a rucksack at some you can strap a 10 or 20 to that.

 

Thanks steffy
How is that held on under the pillion seat?

 

They have loops that come with the packs, that you attach/thread round the subframe.....or lash together and fit the seat on top (not as secure but still good).

 

Kriega all the way. The triumph sport panniers are hopeless (leak/flap about/zips break) kriega totally waterproof, stable and easy to use. I have a twenty and a thirty...which is loads of room for a fella for a fortnight. Modular though so take as little or as much as you like. I don't like a backpack or tank bag on tour...

 

+1 on the Kriega R25 backpack. Have used it for a few years. Very waterproof and the straps don't restrict movement on the bike

 

I have a r25 and it's amazing, never leaked however the r30 is the only one that they guarantee to be waterproof as it has a roll top rather than zips. It's all awesome kit and as others have said it's all compatible.

 

Thanks for all your help guys much appreciated
Have ordered a US30 and a US10 along with an R25 back pack for good measure. [WINKING FACE]

 

Single.
Was that a bad move?

 

Well I aw umming and Arrring and thought 30 plus will do for touring plus a rucksack if necessary and the 10 will sort me out for days out if need be.