I added the grip covers onto mine right away. I've used them for years to improve the size of the gips for my large hands. I even had a spare set on hand to use.
For a tank bag I went with an SW Motech bag with the lock ring on the filler as I wanted to avoid straps and the paint scuffing. I chose the Daypack as I don't need a large bag and don't like it getting in my way. It's large enough to toss in the cell phone and a few other small items.
Thank you for the additional feedback on the grips. I placed the order for those a few minutes ago
On the tank bag... I have never had the need for one... looking at them only based on the recommendations from folks here. Not a priority for me right now. Will see after the first trip if I see the need for one. Thanks for the recommendation.
Looking at the SW Motech, if I get one, it will be one with map insert. The smallest one I see with that option is the Sport (SW-MOTECH EVO Sport QUICK-LOCK Tank Bag). It uses the Type 306 mount for our bikes... that is US310.00 for the set... yeah, not priority right now...