Dry Bags

KevinRT · May 23, 2017

I am looking to replace my aging Seal Line Dry Bags. The Seal Lines are made of a heavy vinyl (?) and I would prefer to have the new bags in the same or similar material as the Seal Lines have given me excellent service over quite a few years. As my Jesse saddle bags open up (rather than to the side) I must mount the new bags in line with the passenger seat rather than across it. I would prefer something with a flatter or squarer profile as I anticipate mounting a smaller bag on top of a larger one. I prefer a side opening bag rather than one that opens on an end. I am considering the following:

https://fortnine.ca/en/nelson-rigg-adventure-dry-tail-bag

https://fortnine.ca/en/firstgear-torrent-waterproof-duffel-bag

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/wolfman-expedition-dry-duffel-bag

Any yays or nays regarding any of these options? Any other options?

fv353 · May 24, 2017

KevinRT said:
I am looking to replace my aging Seal Line Dry Bags. The Seal Lines are made of a heavy vinyl (?) and I would prefer to have the new bags in the same or similar material as the Seal Lines have given me excellent service over quite a few years. As my Jesse saddle bags open up (rather to the side) I must mount the new bags in line with the passenger seat rather than across it. I would prefer something with a squarer profile as I anticipate mounting a smaller bag on top of a larger one. I prefer a side opening bag rather than one that opens on an end. I am considering the following:

https://fortnine.ca/en/nelson-rigg-adventure-dry-tail-bag

https://fortnine.ca/en/firstgear-torrent-waterproof-duffel-bag

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/wolfman-expedition-dry-duffel-bag

Any yays or nays regarding any of these options? Any other options?

Those are some great options. I'm a fan of the Mosko Moto Scout 60. Bomber build and not as pricy as some of their other items. It is shorter and stubbier than others in its size class. Plus it has a stiffener in the bottom to prevent drooping and stowable backpack straps.
Great features for my application YMMV.

moskomoto.com/collections/all/products/scout-60-duffle

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robsryder · May 24, 2017

Linda Hedden, aka Helen2Wheels, used to show up at many BMW rallies. She had her own line of waterproof bags, of which I own several. Mine have been extensively rain tested on the back of the bike and work well. Prior to getting the H2W bags I used a bright yellow SeaLine bag. The H2W bags are more well suited for my use in transporting camping gear by motorcycle. Some years back she sold her business and I've not seen her recently. The gear bearing her H2W logo can be found at -
https://www.racerpartswholesale.com/category/Helen_Twowheels_Bags_and_Straps2

https://www.racerpartswholesale.com/category/Helen_Twowheels_Clothes_Sacks2

These H2W bags are shown as being for Jesse bags -
https://www.racerpartswholesale.com/category/Helen_Twowheels_Box_And_Lid_Bags

She used to give interesting demonstrations of her gear at rallies. A separate website discussed her packing system -
http://helen2wheels.com/

Another testimonial -
http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/helen-2-wheels.4803/

robsryder · May 24, 2017

Yet another option if one has a lot of stuff and a passenger is a "U" shaped bag. There used to be several options, but at present I can only find one - Jo's U-pac. Info is on facebook; I don't "do" facebook and can offer no further insight other than to say I have had one for about 20 years and it works well when you need it.

https://www.facebook.com/Josupac/

An older discussion on this forum of U bags -
https://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?17581-Jo-s-U-Pac

More info and opinions about U bags -
http://www.mistergizmo.com/ubagsforcamping.htm

lee · May 24, 2017

Ortlieb makes good bags in the material you like.

http://thetouringstore.com/thetouringstore/ortlieb/ortlieb-rack-pack-dry-bags-2/

We have a couple of the 30 liter Travel Zip bags with waterproof zipper, but it looks like they are being discontinued.

http://thetouringstore.com/thetouringstore/ortlieb/ortlieb-expedition-and-travel-bags-2/

If you need a large bag they have Expedition Bags.

http://thetouringstore.com/thetouringstore/ortlieb/ortlieb-expedition-and-travel-bags-2/

OldNuke · May 24, 2017

Ortlieb or Wolfman bags will do the job. I have both and they have served me well.

riderr1150gsadv · May 24, 2017

Another vote for Ortlieb. Mine is 15 years or so old and still waterproof :dance

zenwhipper · May 24, 2017

Shout out to Wolfman Bags. Have served me well over the years.

https://wolfmanluggage.com/products/expedition-dry-duffel-medium

slowflyn · May 24, 2017

+1 for Ortlieb bags. I even use them as my travel luggage when I fly, very rugged material and after maybe 10 years of use they still look good.

jamesdavidhoward · May 26, 2017

I have a Mosko Moto bag. Works very well. Lots of convenient & helpful flaps & gear attach points. VERY sturdy. They are the actual designer & mfgr. of the BMW soft luggage now sold (in the USA, anyway).

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KevinRT · May 31, 2017

I have purchased the Firstgear Torrent bags in the 70 and 25 liter sizes. I'm going to return the 25 liter as I find it too small. I'll probably purchase the 40 liter version after I get back from my Blue Ridge trip. That's assuming the 70 liter performs well. The Torrent bags seem well made and designed though the material is probably not as heavy as the Ortlieb or Wolfman versions, but they are half the price. I'll report back after my trip.

I wanted to purchase the Mosko bags but none of them were long enough to hold my tent. I thought they were the best designed otherwise.

lee · Jun 1, 2017

KevinRT said:
I have purchased the Firstgear Torrent bags.

I saw a Firstgear Torrent bag at the shop this spring. Looks like a well made bag at a good price.

jeffd · Jun 1, 2017

I have a Twisted Throttle dry bag that works well for me. Never a hint of a leak, ability to strap bag on bag or bungee something on top. I also like that it has an internal stiffener so it holds the bag in shape if you are packing light. Makes it easier to find stuff.
Jeff

daboo · Jun 1, 2017

Here's one that has worked well for a number of riders on another forum that spend a lot of time touring.

Kwik Tek Dry Pak Waterproof Duffel Bag
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002PKJ1PS?tag=viglink20849-20&th=1

The Large in blue is only $51.

Chris

motorcyclemal · Jun 2, 2017

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I have come back for a tour starting out in Athens and through Italy. Trying to get anything in Greece is a nightmare especially a motorcycle specific kit so I either end up in the local Army store or ordering from online. I bought the Vuz Moto backpack. It said it was waterproof and it was. Last time I went to France I just had saddlebags and bin liners and ended up with all my kit totally ruined. Plus, my wife decided it was a good opportunity to go shopping. The backpack was pretty good. I found out about it on https://backpackhack.com/best-motorcycle-backpack/ who dont actually sell anything themselves but they have good info on lots of different types and brands. Check the site out anyway. Good luck. Hope you find what you are looking for.

sagerat · Jun 21, 2017

Bright yellow TexSport bag for $25 at local Army/Navy surplus store has done the job for me for about a decade and a half.

KevinRT · Jul 17, 2017

As I posted a while back, I purchased the First Gear Torrent bags, returning the small one and keeping the largest one. I have been on a couple of trips, both with plenty of rain. The bag performed flawlessly, no leakage whatsoever, and relatively easy to strap to my bike. The material probably isn't the thickest out there, but I expect the bag to give me good service. I'm able to strap the smallest of my old dry bags on top of the Torrent bag, so I won't be ordering the mid-sized bag. There are plenty of rings on the bag to use for straps. I recommend the product. Thanks for the input, everyone.

daboo · Jul 17, 2017

daboo said:
Here's one that has worked well for a number of riders on another forum that spend a lot of time touring.

Kwik Tek Dry Pak Waterproof Duffel Bag
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002PKJ1PS?tag=viglink20849-20&th=1

The Large in blue is only $51.

Chris

I ended up buying one of these for my trips in June and July. It turned out to be a really decent bag, holding up to both heat and long exposure to pouring rain. All my riding gear was soaked...but the things in the bag were dry.

Chris

36654 · Jul 17, 2017

Bobs BMW had some Held WP bags for sale at Hamburg for a good price. Instead of a duffle, the roll is along the length of the bag and very convenient. It's my errand bag.

KevinRT · Sep 12, 2017

First Geat Torrent Bag

I decided on the First Gear Torrent Bag and my initial impression was that the material was not nearly as thick as the dry bags I had been using for more than 20 years. That first impression was confirmed when after maybe twenty days on the bike, the bag developed two small splits on one end at the bottom. It was replaced under warranty from the manufacturer with no issues, but twenty uses does not bode well for the future. I wish I had spent a bit more and got a more durable bag. I won't know until next year whether the replacement bag fares better.

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