"Universal" saddle bag recommendation for TX750

farmrjohn · 01-01-2013, 10:41 AM

I have a '74 Yamaha TX750 and would like to get some carrying capacity. None of the makers of luggage that require racks seem to make frames for this model which leaves universal saddle bags as an option. Ideally I would like some that could mount under the seat and not require removal of the rear turn signals. At the turn signal there is 12" from the bottom of the seat to the top of the exhaust, 17" from the top of the seat to the exhaust, and 15 1/2" from the frame under the seat to the top of the exhaust. There is also about 16" from the turn signal to where my butt would be while riding.

It would be nice to have bags that could travel empty so there would be a place to put gear (gloves, pants-which easily fold to 13x10x5, etc.) while walking about on day trips, and that would also leave room to use something like a Wolfman Beta Plus for longer trips. I'm considering something like the Givi T469, MotoCentric Cruiser, or Saddlemen Expandable Sport. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

farmrjohn · 01-02-2013, 06:55 PM

Bump-anyone??

SpaceManSpiff · 01-03-2013, 11:32 PM

farmrjohn,

I like the ortlieb dry saddlebags: durable,waterproof

Like these: http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p/...FQmCQgodLEoACw
the newer ones seem to be a little stiffer and more suited to bikes without side luggage racks.

or the older style
http://www.aerostich.com/bags/seat-b...addlebags.html

On my Yamaha FZ1, I am looking to get a set of the ortliebs --I have some older bags similar to the ones you have mentioned --I find them to be a pain that I have to worry about the rain cover flying off, or the stuff getting wet, and the zippers get real fussy when loaded....

greer · 01-05-2013, 03:50 AM

Yep, I found my Ortliebs on Craigslist, cheap.

Sarah

farmrjohn · 01-05-2013, 08:22 AM

Those do look nice. I'm concerned the length might be too long though.

concours · 01-06-2013, 05:11 PM

http://www.chaseharper.com/SaddleBags/SaddleBags.htm I use them on my Norton Commando and TX750. How long have you had the TX?

farmrjohn · 01-08-2013, 10:49 AM

I took delivery in mid September and am just about done getting it roadworthy. The most recent work has been adding an oil cooler and converting to the dual disc brakes in front. I'm also exploring the different options for electronic ignition although the points are working fine at the moment (if it aint broke don't fix it??). I'm about ready to start doing some longer rides which is why I'm considering on board storage.

Crash99 · 01-14-2013, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by farmrjohn

I took delivery in mid September and am just about done getting it roadworthy. The most recent work has been adding an oil cooler and converting to the dual disc brakes in front. I'm also exploring the different options for electronic ignition although the points are working fine at the moment (if it aint broke don't fix it??). I'm about ready to start doing some longer rides which is why I'm considering on board storage.

Hey there - I had a TX750 in the mid 70's - green with oil cooler and extended sump. Still didnt prevent it from blowing bearings every few thousand km! Hope you have more luck - and if you havent fitted the extended sump apparently its essential to stop the oiI frothing and losing pressure/delivery to vital organs . . . I've heard that very regular oil changes will also help.
I still love the look of them and they were (for their day) a great bike to ride.

Cheers

01-01-2013, 10:41 AM	#1
farmrjohn ^OP Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Cali. 93441 Oddometer: 28	"Universal" saddle bag recommendation for TX750? I have a '74 Yamaha TX750 and would like to get some carrying capacity. None of the makers of luggage that require racks seem to make frames for this model which leaves universal saddle bags as an option. Ideally I would like some that could mount under the seat and not require removal of the rear turn signals. At the turn signal there is 12" from the bottom of the seat to the top of the exhaust, 17" from the top of the seat to the exhaust, and 15 1/2" from the frame under the seat to the top of the exhaust. There is also about 16" from the turn signal to where my butt would be while riding. It would be nice to have bags that could travel empty so there would be a place to put gear (gloves, pants-which easily fold to 13x10x5, etc.) while walking about on day trips, and that would also leave room to use something like a Wolfman Beta Plus for longer trips. I'm considering something like the Givi T469, MotoCentric Cruiser, or Saddlemen Expandable Sport. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. farmrjohn screwed with this post 01-01-2013 at 02:55 PM

01-03-2013, 11:32 PM	#3
SpaceManSpiff Man of Mystery Joined: Mar 2007 Location: Tucson, Arizona Oddometer: 984	farmrjohn, I like the ortlieb dry saddlebags: durable,waterproof Like these: http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p/...FQmCQgodLEoACw the newer ones seem to be a little stiffer and more suited to bikes without side luggage racks. or the older style http://www.aerostich.com/bags/seat-b...addlebags.html On my Yamaha FZ1, I am looking to get a set of the ortliebs --I have some older bags similar to the ones you have mentioned --I find them to be a pain that I have to worry about the rain cover flying off, or the stuff getting wet, and the zippers get real fussy when loaded.... __________________ Wildlife Biologist for Hire!

01-05-2013, 03:50 AM	#4
greer Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2005 Location: Glasgow, Kentucky Oddometer: 3,501	Yep, I found my Ortliebs on Craigslist, cheap. Sarah __________________ '08 DR650

01-06-2013, 05:11 PM	#6
concours WFO for 41 years Joined: Dec 2008 Location: Kensington, NH USA Oddometer: 3,995	http://www.chaseharper.com/SaddleBags/SaddleBags.htm I use them on my Norton Commando and TX750. How long have you had the TX? __________________ Too much is just barely enough..... 2007 Tiger 1050 2005 Royal Star Tour DeLuxe 1973 Yamaha TX750 1974 Norton 850 Commando Roadster concours screwed with this post 01-06-2013 at 05:39 PM

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01-02-2013, 06:55 PM	#2
farmrjohn ^OP Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Cali. 93441 Oddometer: 28	Bump-anyone??

01-05-2013, 08:22 AM	#5
farmrjohn ^OP Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Cali. 93441 Oddometer: 28	Those do look nice. I'm concerned the length might be too long though.

01-08-2013, 10:49 AM	#7
farmrjohn ^OP Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Cali. 93441 Oddometer: 28	I took delivery in mid September and am just about done getting it roadworthy. The most recent work has been adding an oil cooler and converting to the dual disc brakes in front. I'm also exploring the different options for electronic ignition although the points are working fine at the moment (if it aint broke don't fix it??). I'm about ready to start doing some longer rides which is why I'm considering on board storage.