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2007K1200gt question on tank bags

brownie0486

brownie0486

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I'm heading on a long trip with a few other members this July which will require me to have more storage available with easy access. I don't like tank bags, but I guess it's going to be necessary for the often quick access of certain items.

Looking for recommendations from members on best bags, mounts etc based on others experiences. I don't want to guess what I need and will take the advice of members who know first hand what's going to be my best options.

Thanks in advance.

ETA, this means I won't be making Des Moines but heading in the opposite direction at nearly the same time I'd have left for the midwest.
 
If you like to use paper maps the BMW K1200/1300GT bag has a nice size map window.
 
I use one from SW-Mototech (Bag Connections). It uses the quick disconnect and also has the attachment for holding maps on top of the bag.
 

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tonyfr said:
has the attachment for holding maps on top of the bag.
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I also use a Bag Connection tank bag on my R1200RS and use the optional map holder.
I'm guessing your tank bag model is the City bag, is that correct?
 
brownie0486 said:
Thanks Lee, best place to secure on online for the least amount of money?
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I have one for a BMW K12/13GT that I'm not using anymore. The part number is for a K1200GT, but the mounts that were sent are a little strange.
 

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I use one from SW-Mototech (Bag Connections). It uses the quick disconnect and also has the attachment for holding maps on top of the bag.
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These tank bags are, in my opinion, the best one can get. High quality, a variety of sizes and the mounting mechanism is flawless. No straps, no muss, no fuss.
 
tonyfr said:
I use one from SW-Mototech (Bag Connections). It uses the quick disconnect and also has the attachment for holding maps on top of the bag.
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Is there a model number for that specific bag for my specific bike. I hate to order the wrong bag and mess with trying to get something to work that wasn't specific to my bike. I checked their site, doesn't list a K1200 but a 1300 09-12 I think. Is that the evo bag? Think it will work on my tank?

Lee, thanks
 
brownie0486 said:
Is there a model number for that specific bag for my specific bike. I hate to order the wrong bag and mess with trying to get something to work that wasn't specific to my bike. I checked their site, doesn't list a K1200 but a 1300 09-12 I think. Is that the evo bag? Think it will work on my tank? Lee, thanks
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This is the bag - Evo.
 A buddy of mine has the Evo GS bag on his K1200GT and it fits pretty good.
 
brownie0486 said:
Lee, hate to be a PITA, can you give me a link to where I can order that exact bag? I like the tie down better than the ring mounts myself unless someone has a reason why the tank ring is a better set up etc.
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Part # is 77 45 8 527 537 List price is $376.
Any BMW dealer can order it for you. If you do not have a dealer close by, you can check with MAX BMW. https://www.maxbmw.com/
 
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