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Title: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 13, 2016, 10:07:46 AM
Greetings one and all. I won the 2016 MSTA Raffle Bike at STAR in VT and am loving it. I've always lived on a shoestring budget and prices new for bags and liners are big $$$. So, if anyone knows of someone selling a set of bags or liners let me know. I read somewhere (gotta research again) that bags from some other models of BMW are interchangeable to the F800. If / when I find this information again, I'll post an update here. Bags from previous years of the same model likely to fit right on too. Thanks for any help. 8)
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: Steve on July 13, 2016, 12:45:28 PM
Kathy's..... Bob's BMW has them.
Good bags, cheaper.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: Brick on July 13, 2016, 04:44:51 PM
I have no idea if the bags are the same but I have a friend here in Western NC who has crashed a K1200 I think a 2008. I just sent him a note to see if the right bag is available. I know he posted that the left hand bag was toast!

I'll let you know what I hear back.

Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: DirtFlier on July 14, 2016, 07:51:35 AM
Rich - you'll soon discover that BMW being short for Break-My-Wallet isn't too far off base. :-)
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: qman8 on July 14, 2016, 08:39:18 AM
Break My Wallet ....or....Bring More Wampum!....or...Big Money Waster!   


Funny, but I really enjoyed my '09 GS...not any real problems with it in 55k miles.
I liked it enough that I traded it in on a '15 R1200GSA, and didnt really consider other brands.  Of course it helps that i have a great dealer just 2 miles from my house.


As for bags, I believe that RKA also makes liners for BMWs.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: touringman on July 14, 2016, 08:43:59 AM
The following is a url for Givi USA, which has mounts for bags and top case. I don't know if it saves you anything or not? As for the top case and side  bags, Ebay, JC whitney and others sell bags that will fit the givi racks at a fraction of the real thing. They aren't as durable, but work fine. There is also Ebay and Craigs List. Try Searchtempest.com to find all Craigs List listings nationwide, filtered by location. The BMW dealers also sometimes have used bags, but they hesitate to tell you about them. If they are convinced you aren't a prospect for new ones, they might mention the used ones. Good luck, Syd :)

http://www.giviusa.com/my-motorcycle/bmw/f800gt-13 (http://www.giviusa.com/my-motorcycle/bmw/f800gt-13)

A couple of years ago, I bought a wonderful bag liner for my Givi E-45 from Cee Bailey for a pretty reasonable price.
 
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: stevegrab on July 14, 2016, 12:04:35 PM
I know Richard has already ordered a Givi Monokey topcase hardware kit to use his Givi top case (?E460  that he had recently bought and mounted to the VFR) on the BMW. Since the raffle bike came with the BMW saddlebag mounting hardware that may make theirs a better option, instead of buying new mounting hardware (and possible removing the BMW stuff). But I'm sure he'll look for a good deal on any and all saddle bags that might work. Maybe if he goes with a different option than BMW that mounting hardware can be removed and sold.

All that will beat the last minute luggage setup we used to get home from STAR in VT, which was strapping his duffel like dry bag and tank bag to the back seat and rack, while moving other stuff of his into my bags and using the Givi top case liner as an additional bag on the back seat of my Sprint (adding to a full set of top case and saddle bag). Good thing we both had various bungee cords to use.

My experience with bag liners was model specific ones (especially for European bikes like my Triumph Sprint) were pretty expensive, so I found something close and they've worked well. RKA (to me anyway) = premium price for a product that has declined in quality. Having to pay for a raincover that barely stops a light mist from making the tank bag wet seems pretty unreasonable.

Yes, BMW stuff is expensive, I think he learned that getting first service done where an oil change was over $200. (But then I think all of us who do those at home would find them to be very expensive at a dealer, especially if you don't use the high priced OEM oil and filters.)
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: touringman on July 14, 2016, 12:36:00 PM
Might be an option? :)

http://www.sierrabmwonline.com/product_info.php/bags-connection-f800gtf800r-blaze-sport-saddlebag-system-alpha-listings-hta0774010200-p-2719
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: touringman on July 14, 2016, 01:23:35 PM
I called my friends at Morton's BMW in Fredericksburg, Va., and while they didn't have used bags, they say that's a frequent request. She refers people to the various BMW forums, where members regularly have bags and other items for sale. :)
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 18, 2016, 11:57:48 AM
I have no idea if the bags are the same but I have a friend here in Western NC who has crashed a K1200 I think a 2008. I just sent him a note to see if the right bag is available. I know he posted that the left hand bag was toast!

I'll let you know what I hear back.


Thanks Brick, I did see your email. Have to check but not sure fitment is same. Also, looking for the whole set if I can get them.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 18, 2016, 11:58:50 AM
Rich - you'll soon discover that BMW being short for Break-My-Wallet isn't too far off base. :-)
I hear you Tosh. I'm just hoping to find it cheaper if I can. New is always more costly.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 18, 2016, 12:07:05 PM
Thanks Syd, Tosh, Quint and others for your offerings. As my brother Steve pointed out, the bike came with BMW mounting hardware for the bags, so that is why I'm looking for that first. I haven't looked at much others, and somehow don't think buying brackets plus bags from another source and then having to remove what's on the bike is a real savings. Plus, I really don't have the room for bike disassembly. But, will continue to search. I have to look at some of the forums more, as I read on one that several other models have same type of mounting for bags, so they should clip right on so to speak.

As for the BMW costs, hey I really can't complain. I never expected to be able to afford to purchase a BMW, but since it was basically free, I can afford the add-ons. And hey, Christmas is right around the corner friends - hint, hint.  ;D
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 18, 2016, 12:08:06 PM
Kathy's..... Bob's BMW has them.
Good bags, cheaper.
More info on "Kathy's..... Bob's BMW" would be appreciated. Link, location anything, then I can search for them.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: Steve on July 19, 2016, 08:23:43 AM
kathysjourneydesigns[/size].com[/color]
[/size]Theses bags have been around for many years. I had them for two BMW's. Well made, and they fit. Still use a set just for general luggage and hauling things around in the cars.[/color]
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 19, 2016, 10:34:29 AM
kathysjourneydesigns[/size].com[/color]
[/size]Theses bags have been around for many years. I had them for two BMW's. Well made, and they fit. Still use a set just for general luggage and hauling things around in the cars.[/color]
Thanks Steve. Nothing on the site was F800 GT specific, but have a feeling others would work. Bag liners I'm finding many sources for - it's the darn hard case bags which are giving me fits. I really don't want to spend $1000 if I can avoid it. I know, I know, Bring More Wampum..............but I'm frugal by nature and necessity.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: Steve on July 20, 2016, 08:46:35 AM
Sorry about the form of the text, not sure what happened.
If you can't read it let know and I will redo it.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 20, 2016, 10:07:28 AM
Sorry about the form of the text, not sure what happened.
If you can't read it let know and I will redo it.
Yes Steve, info in prior post is gibberish. No links. Yes, summer is probably not best time to search, but I just got the bike and am working to fully outfit it.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: Brick on July 20, 2016, 11:10:08 AM
Not sure if I posted this before but http://www.rka-luggage.com/ makes great bag liners too. I'm still using a set from an ST-1100 in my Tenere'!

Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: Steve on July 20, 2016, 03:15:20 PM




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Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 20, 2016, 03:28:05 PM
Thanks again Steve.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 20, 2016, 03:29:31 PM
Not sure if I posted this before but http://www.rka-luggage.com/ makes great bag liners too. I'm still using a set from an ST-1100 in my Tenere'!


Thanks Brick. I've been to their site, but have also had another member PM about a set they have (from an older BMW) and I've seen many others which would likely work for anywhere from $35-60. So, I'm still waiting for the big bargain on the actual cases.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: HawkGTRider on July 20, 2016, 04:32:30 PM
You might think that manufacturers would make bags that would be more universally applicable, but it doesn't seem to be the case (no pun intended). I suppose every bike has slightly differing space available to make the bags bigger and more tidy looking without making them gosh-awful big.

BMW used to make bags that would fit most anything they made with a few exceptions for models like the R80G/S and R80ST (which used the same bags but different from everything else). It's a shame, but they seem to have gotten in line with everyone else and make bags that fit only 1 model. rather than a universal bag with different mounting hardware.

I suppose you've checked out Givi. I don't know if they do brackets for an F800GT. When all else fails, you could sell the VFR to buy the BMW bags.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 20, 2016, 04:54:04 PM
You might think that manufacturers would make bags that would be more universally applicable, but it doesn't seem to be the case (no pun intended). I suppose every bike has slightly differing space available to make the bags bigger and more tidy looking without making them gosh-awful big.

BMW used to make bags that would fit most anything they made with a few exceptions for models like the R80G/S and R80ST (which used the same bags but different from everything else). It's a shame, but they seem to have gotten in line with everyone else and make bags that fit only 1 model. rather than a universal bag with different mounting hardware.

I suppose you've checked out Givi. I don't know if they do brackets for an F800GT. When all else fails, you could sell the VFR to buy the BMW bags.
Yes Geoffrey I read on another BMW forum (didn't bookmark it darn it) that several other models used the same bags. I just have to figure it out again. I haven't looked at GIVI really, main thing being the bike came with the BMW mounts. I'm no wrencher, so don't know about taking them off, installing others and then trying to sell. Did see some soft ones from SW-Mototech (or whatever there name is) that looked cool, and about half the price.

Now, as for selling the VFR - why I outta wash your mouth out with soap. Don't let Little Red hear you talking like that. But seriously, that bike has been so good to me, and still has less than 25K on the odometer (and it's going on 16 years old), I just couldn't sell it. Love the sound of the engine and pipe way too much.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: stevegrab on July 20, 2016, 07:25:47 PM
I've seen BMW GS1100 type bikes with very similar brackets for the bags. Something to consider would be getting together with some other BMW riders that have bags, and check if their model fits.

As for selling the VFR how dare you even suggest that, he'd be full darkside BMW guy then ;)  Next thing he'll be suggesting we camp at events :)

Besides I know he loves that bike, as I do mine. And it seems that many I talk to who owned a VFR (pre VTEC) and sold it wish they hadn't. I took mine for a ride after 10 days on the Sprint and I loved the sound and the way it stirred my soul.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: HawkGTRider on July 20, 2016, 08:20:40 PM
You might think that manufacturers would make bags that would be more universally applicable, but it doesn't seem to be the case (no pun intended). I suppose every bike has slightly differing space available to make the bags bigger and more tidy looking without making them gosh-awful big.

BMW used to make bags that would fit most anything they made with a few exceptions for models like the R80G/S and R80ST (which used the same bags but different from everything else). It's a shame, but they seem to have gotten in line with everyone else and make bags that fit only 1 model. rather than a universal bag with different mounting hardware.

I suppose you've checked out Givi. I don't know if they do brackets for an F800GT. When all else fails, you could sell the VFR to buy the BMW bags.
Yes Geoffrey I read on another BMW forum (didn't bookmark it darn it) that several other models used the same bags. I just have to figure it out again. I haven't looked at GIVI really, main thing being the bike came with the BMW mounts. I'm no wrencher, so don't know about taking them off, installing others and then trying to sell. Did see some soft ones from SW-Mototech (or whatever there name is) that looked cool, and about half the price.

Now, as for selling the VFR - why I outta wash your mouth out with soap. Don't let Little Red hear you talking like that. But seriously, that bike has been so good to me, and still has less than 25K on the odometer (and it's going on 16 years old), I just couldn't sell it. Love the sound of the engine and pipe way too much.
I have an '86 VFR (the first year Honda used that designation) that I still enjoy riding. As a matter of fact, I just put a new battery in it and will be taking it out for a nice ride tomorrow. I hope you know I was being facetious when I said something about you selling your VFR. The fact that I've had this '86 VFR for more than 10 years (now with ~68k miles) should tell you how much I like it.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 21, 2016, 10:33:29 AM
You might think that manufacturers would make bags that would be more universally applicable, but it doesn't seem to be the case (no pun intended). I suppose every bike has slightly differing space available to make the bags bigger and more tidy looking without making them gosh-awful big.

BMW used to make bags that would fit most anything they made with a few exceptions for models like the R80G/S and R80ST (which used the same bags but different from everything else). It's a shame, but they seem to have gotten in line with everyone else and make bags that fit only 1 model. rather than a universal bag with different mounting hardware.

I suppose you've checked out Givi. I don't know if they do brackets for an F800GT. When all else fails, you could sell the VFR to buy the BMW bags.
Yes Geoffrey I read on another BMW forum (didn't bookmark it darn it) that several other models used the same bags. I just have to figure it out again. I haven't looked at GIVI really, main thing being the bike came with the BMW mounts. I'm no wrencher, so don't know about taking them off, installing others and then trying to sell. Did see some soft ones from SW-Mototech (or whatever there name is) that looked cool, and about half the price.

Now, as for selling the VFR - why I outta wash your mouth out with soap. Don't let Little Red hear you talking like that. But seriously, that bike has been so good to me, and still has less than 25K on the odometer (and it's going on 16 years old), I just couldn't sell it. Love the sound of the engine and pipe way too much.
I have an '86 VFR (the first year Honda used that designation) that I still enjoy riding. As a matter of fact, I just put a new battery in it and will be taking it out for a nice ride tomorrow. I hope you know I was being facetious when I said something about you selling your VFR. The fact that I've had this '86 VFR for more than 10 years (now with ~68k miles) should tell you how much I like it.
Yes, I had a feeling you might be joshing me on that. And I didn't know you had an '86 model - hope you enjoy the ride. Maybe someone can organize a JFF event and we can call it the VFR ride in. All years of VFR invited. That would be cool.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: stevegrab on July 21, 2016, 02:05:45 PM
Maybe a V4 based rally, all the various VFRs, the ST11/13, the Magna/Sabres that started the HSTA club.

Actually there is a huge VFR forum online and they have (or used to at least) some events around the contry.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: HawkGTRider on July 21, 2016, 09:29:43 PM
Maybe a V4 based rally, all the various VFRs, the ST11/13, the Magna/Sabres that started the HSTA club.

Actually there is a huge VFR forum online and they have (or used to at least) some events around the contry.
When I purchased an '83 V45 Sabre in '91, a buddy of mine suggested I look for a Honda related club so that I could learn more about the bike and get to know people who had them and knew where to find parts and such. I looked around and found the HSTA. I later found out the club went through one iteration as the V-4 club (ask some of the real old-timers if they still have one of the V-4 belt buckles). The Sabre went to that big junkyard in the sky, but I still have 2 V-4s...the '86 VFR700 and a '97 ST1100. Depending on your viewpoint, one of them may be turned the wrong way, but they're still V-4s.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: Paco Bulto on July 25, 2016, 12:36:50 PM
Greetings one and all. I won the 2016 MSTA Raffle Bike at STAR in VT and am loving it. I've always lived on a shoestring budget and prices new for bags and liners are big $$$. So, if anyone knows of someone selling a set of bags or liners let me know. I read somewhere (gotta research again) that bags from some other models of BMW are interchangeable to the F800. If / when I find this information again, I'll post an update here. Bags from previous years of the same model likely to fit right on too. Thanks for any help. 8)

Rich, if you are still looking for BMW bag liners, this for sale ad for a pair of new ones just showed up on advrider.com. $180 for 2 that retail for $308.
http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/bmw-waterproof-bags-new.1160519/

Fred Z.
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: RichGrab on July 25, 2016, 12:46:02 PM
Greetings one and all. I won the 2016 MSTA Raffle Bike at STAR in VT and am loving it. I've always lived on a shoestring budget and prices new for bags and liners are big $$$. So, if anyone knows of someone selling a set of bags or liners let me know. I read somewhere (gotta research again) that bags from some other models of BMW are interchangeable to the F800. If / when I find this information again, I'll post an update here. Bags from previous years of the same model likely to fit right on too. Thanks for any help. 8)

Rich, if you are still looking for BMW bag liners, this for sale ad for a pair of new ones just showed up on advrider.com. $180 for 2 that retail for $308.
http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/bmw-waterproof-bags-new.1160519/

Fred Z.
Thanks Fred. I'm still looking but liners are the easy part. It's finding the bags (at less than $1000) I"m having fits over.  Thanks for the tip, I'll go look. Then again, maybe not. I apparently have to be a member to view this. Maybe I'll sign up, but my bike isn't really an ADV type (IMHO).
Title: Re: Bags & liners for BMW F800 GT
Post by: Paco Bulto on July 26, 2016, 10:17:46 AM
Greetings one and all. I won the 2016 MSTA Raffle Bike at STAR in VT and am loving it. I've always lived on a shoestring budget and prices new for bags and liners are big $$$. So, if anyone knows of someone selling a set of bags or liners let me know. I read somewhere (gotta research again) that bags from some other models of BMW are interchangeable to the F800. If / when I find this information again, I'll post an update here. Bags from previous years of the same model likely to fit right on too. Thanks for any help. 8)

Rich, if you are still looking for BMW bag liners, this for sale ad for a pair of new ones just showed up on advrider.com. $180 for 2 that retail for $308.
http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/bmw-waterproof-bags-new.1160519/

Fred Z.
Thanks Fred. I'm still looking but liners are the easy part. It's finding the bags (at less than $1000) I"m having fits over.  Thanks for the tip, I'll go look. Then again, maybe not. I apparently have to be a member to view this. Maybe I'll sign up, but my bike isn't really an ADV type (IMHO).

It is free to sign up and the free classifieds are very useful for buying and selling anything from bikes, parts to just about anything. Last year I even sold my Ford van there and sold my 1998 Superhawk. Both sold very quickly.