Luggage
Whether you're commuting to work or galavanting across Europe, we all know motorbikes aren't great at carrying stuff but the right luggage will make all the difference. From tail packs to rucksacks to tank bags, we've sifted through the choices to help you pick the best luggage to cart your stuff from A to B and back again.
Motorcycle Tank Bag Buying Guide
A tank bag is a good way to lug your stuff on the bike. It keeps the weight more central than a tail pack and – unlike a rucksack – it means you don’t have to worry about carrying anything…
Motorcycle Panniers Buying Guide
When I think of hard luggage, I think of being stuck behind someone on an R1200GS with massive aluminium panniers as they try to make their way through London traffic. But not all panniers are big and boxy and not…
The Best Motorcycle Top Boxes
Top boxes have their place but they’re not for everyone. My preferred order when it comes to carrying stuff on the bike is: small tank bag for small stuff, a tailpack for a bit more stuff, soft panniers for even…
The Best Motorcycle Messenger Bags
For urban riders who use their bikes for daily commuting, messenger bags have become a common sight. With a large enough compartment for a laptop or, sling it diagonally over your shoulder and arrive without creasing or damaging anything. Funnily…
Showcase: Top Motorcycle Bum Bags
They go by many names, bum bags, waist bags or if you’re from across the pond, fanny pack but for carrying small essentials, they’re an excellent accessory for motorcycling. If you’re off touring, a bum bag is a handy bit…
The Best Motorcycle Tail Pack
For long weekends away or daily commute, a tail pack is, in my opinion, the best motorcycle luggage you can buy. Simple to fit and capable of carrying a lot of kit, they don’t get in the way of your…
The Best Motorcycle Panniers
You don’t have to own a massive touring bike to go touring in comfort. Just add a set of soft panniers to your motorcycle and you’re good to go. Soft luggage is easy to use – it takes just a…
The Best Motorcycle Kit Bags
If you’re a trackday regular or you’re into trials, trail riding or MX then you know how useful it is to have all your kit in one place. A motorcycle gear bag is a great item to have in the…
The Best Motorcycle Helmet Bags
If you want to keep your helmet in top-notch condition, you need a helmet bag. Unless you’re lucky enough to have a dedicated rack in the garage or a safe place to put your lid in the house, it’s almost…
The Best Motorcycle Rucksacks
As bikers, we know that we don’t have the ability to just lob our stuff on the passenger seat and get going – carrying things requires a bit of preparation. There are various ways to carry our wares on a…
