Redman Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 What options do I have for a "tank" top map holder? I do use a GPS (mounted on "shelf"), but also like to have a map handy for various reasons, maybe just old habit, or maybe because my GPS is an older one with limited features/functions. Tank top map holder I have had is useless on the RT because the map holder I have is magnetic. And I don't think I have need of an entire tank top bag, either. Any recommendations....? (other than to get with the modern decade and get full time internet connection on a smart phone). . Link to comment
szurszewski Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 If you really like the bag you have, and the magnets are strong, you could take off the side panels and epoxy some ferrous metal under there - like really big fender washers or similar. I had a BigMak setup on my RT that you could either put a map case or a full bag on, but those weren't even in production anymore when I got mine. Still do show up from time to time on here and other places online. Link to comment
tallman Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 My Big Mak DSC (Diamond Space Case) which is the medium small bag he made with a large map window will be for sale soon. Link to comment
speedybee Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 I use Job Ticket Holders (Vinyl Envelopes). They come in various sizes and are dirt cheap. Works great. Link to comment
Sam Taylor Posted March 1, 2017 Share Posted March 1, 2017 I love RKA luggage and they have a small tankbag with a variety of mapcases to fit. Frankly, I wouldn't shy away from the advantages of the small tankbag. http://www.rka-luggage.com/A02%20Tankbags/30%20Build%20sheet/30%20Build%20Sheet.html I don't use a GPS on the bike and never will. I'm not a luddite, just prefer the larger picture when I'm traveling the big distances in the West. At nights in the Motel, I spread my AAA maps out or take them to the loo and study them while multitaksing. I use the iPhone/Google Maps for more precise planning. I consider this one of the joys of motorcycle travel. Link to comment
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