EsPeGe
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- First reviewDecember 17, 2012
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Cortech Super 2.0 8-Liter Strap Mounted Tank Bag 1680 denier ballistic polyester and 1800 denier three-lined twill Jacquard construction Protective non-slip, non-scratch diamond pattern mounting base One-way zipper on main compartment with a Zipper Garage for concealment Top flap internal organizer and soft lining Removable and replaceable snapped map pocket Two internal mesh storage pockets Hidden external pocket for miscellaneous storage Phoslite reflective piping Built-in sip tube and headphone exit ports Integrated stowaway rain cover with clear window included Two-tone red and black soft lining interior Also available in a magnetic version Note The picture on the motorcycle above portrays the magnetic bag.
Overall rating
Bit disappointing really
PostedDecember 19, 2012
EsPeGe
From Cronulla, Australia
Rider Type:Adventurer
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
2
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5
Style
4
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5
Features
3
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5
I bought this Tank bag primarily to carry my Canon SLR camera. The Camera fits really nicely with a short lens attached. I intended to get a block of foam and cut out the shape of the camera to make sure it didn't move. As such the tank bag itself is really good and I could have easily adapted it to my needs. It also holds my phone, wallet and a couple of snacks. I think it looks pretty good and seems well built.
And now for the big fat hairy BUT!!!!
I am not sure if I am missing something here but the way the bag attaches seems to make no sense whatsoever. There were no instructions included and none I could find on the cortech site or anywhere else online. As you can see in the photo the mounting base is not attached to any straps. This means that when you detach the bag from the straps the base is loose. I would have thought it made sense for the base to be solidly mounted so that you can leave it on without the tank bag attached or when the bike is being serviced. This is not the case.
Fitting the thing was a nightmare, I had to take all the fairings off the bike and remove all strap fittings to feed the clean strap though a minute gap. This is not something you want to be doing regularly. So again I feel that they could have attached the straps to the mounting base that could be easily tensioned, then found a way to solidly anchor the bag to the base and it would have been good.
All this is immaterial though as the base and bag are too long for my bike a BMW 650. I am really disappointed because the bag is pretty much prefect for my needs but is severely let down by what I consider to be poorly thought out mounting system. And whats wrong with providing instructions??? Even online would be fine just to give you some idea of what you are doing.
Unfortunately I can't recommend this product.
Rides: 2012 BMW G650GS Sertao
No, I do not recommend this product.
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REV'IT! Sand Pants The SAND Pants offer 4-season, year round comfort and protection from both pavement and the elements. The SAND Pants offer a double PWR/shell seat and PWR/wax coating on the inside of the legs, for a better grip on the bike. The legs are also versatile thin enough to wear inside the boot, but wide enough to wear over it. Watercatchers prevent water from creeping up into the leg, and a detachable thermal lining and removable 3-layer membrane round out the total comfort of the SAND trousers. The Sand Pants will zip with any current model men's REV'IT Jacket PROTECTION FEATURES Outer shell PWRshell 500D, PWRshell 750D, PWRwax 1200D Insulation detachable thermal liner Waterproofing detachable hydratex 3L (5000mm H2O) Breathability detachable hydratex 3L (7000g/m2/24hrs) Composition outer shell 100 polyamide lining 100 polyester thermal liner 100 polyamide (insulation 100 polyester) membrane 100 polyurethane (tricot 100 polyamide) Protection Prolife CE protection at knees, fully perforated EVA foam at hips, double textile seat Visibility laminated reflection at upper legs ERGONOMIC FEATURES Fit tour fit, regular Adjustability adjustment straps at waist, adjustment tab at ankles Ventilation VCS I zippers at upper legs Features stretch lips at back and knees, short and long connection zipper, adjustable protector pockets, calf zippers Pockets stash pockets, slit pockets
Overall rating
Solid pants, nicely decked out.
PostedDecember 17, 2012
EsPeGe
From Cronulla, Australia
Rider Type:Adventurer
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
4
/
5
Style
5
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5
Comfort
3
/
5
Protection & Durability
4
/
5
Air Flow
3
/
5
Features
5
/
5
Bang for buck these pants are really good. Lots of thought has gone into them. 2 Liners, 1 x thermal and 1 x waterproof are a good idea.
Style. Personally I really dig the look of these pants.
Comfort. If you are bare skinned with the zip in liners removed it feels like the exposed zip half will chafe a bit.
The knee protection seems to have a little adjustability but when standing the top of the knee protector runs across the middle of my knee. It's a little annoying but when I'm on the bike they are spot on, so it's a small price to pay.
Protection. Seems solid but only a stack will confirm it.
Durability. Time will tell but they seem very durable.
Airflow. Could be better and it looks like they have already improved it in the sand 2 pants.
Features. These guys are bombed up with pretty much all you need for adventure touring. Good size pockets on both legs as well as two water proof pockets up high. I reckon the leg pockets are probably only water resistant. I think it would be better if they too were water proof.
The fit is pretty good. I am 5'7" and wear size 32x29 jeans. I got the regular leg medium based on reviews that said the leg rides up a bit whilst on the bike and I am very happy.
Rides: 2012 BMW G650GS Sertao
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Cortech Super 2.0 8-Liter Strap Mounted Tank Bag 1680 denier ballistic polyester and 1800 denier three-lined twill Jacquard construction Protective non-slip, non-scratch diamond pattern mounting base One-way zipper on main compartment with a Zipper Garage for concealment Top flap internal organizer and soft lining Removable and replaceable snapped map pocket Two internal mesh storage pockets Hidden external pocket for miscellaneous storage Phoslite reflective piping Built-in sip tube and headphone exit ports Integrated stowaway rain cover with clear window included Two-tone red and black soft lining interior Also available in a magnetic version Note The picture on the motorcycle above portrays the magnetic bag.
What are the dimensions of the tank bag and the map holder?
I would like to know roughly the width, length and height of the tank bag, as well as the width and length of the map holder.
Thank you
Thank you
Hi Slick the dimensions are approximately as follows 13"x9.5"x5.5". These are external measurements so the inside will be a little smaller. I can fit a Canon EOS 7D SLR camera with a small zoom lens attached plus a phone, wallet and some snacks in the bag if that helps.
The "map pocket" if you could call it that is very small, 9.5"x6.6" at it's widest point. Check the attached photo to see what it looks like, I have the credit card should give you an idea of size.
You do need to be aware that the way this bag mounts is not very good and lets down the quality of the bag. It is very difficult to mount. and when you detach the bag, the base is no longer attached to the bike.
Hope this helps. Cheers Scott.
The "map pocket" if you could call it that is very small, 9.5"x6.6" at it's widest point. Check the attached photo to see what it looks like, I have the credit card should give you an idea of size.
You do need to be aware that the way this bag mounts is not very good and lets down the quality of the bag. It is very difficult to mount. and when you detach the bag, the base is no longer attached to the bike.
Hope this helps. Cheers Scott.
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