I've seen some crazy configurations: doesn't mean they're safe, or that you should do them. Anything comes off your bike and causes an accident, if you're caught (dashcam), you're liable.

Easiest way is with: 1. A waterproof duffle; 2. An extension rack, or a rack of any kind if your bike doesn't have one; and, 3. A couple Roc Straps.

Do it right the first time and save yourself hassle down the road. Hope this helps.

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Look at the Kriega stuff. I have a 30l and 2 20l bags. Granted I ride a Street Triple, but they would work well on a Street Twin.

 

Oh, yeah, the Kriega stuff looks great. I like the idea of an easily removable bag / not having a full luggage rack if I can avoid it. Thanks!

 

I used to use a 30l and 20l kriega then wanted to simplify things so switched to a velomacchi 50l duffel which straps to the back seat of my old bonnie or hopefully to the back seat of my new trident. (I realize I may have to go back to the Kriega for the new bike). With the velo, I pop everything in there except the tent bag which straps on top.


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A backpack is not a good idea for anything more than commuting. The weight will soon let you know it's there and the pull on your shoulders as the weight bounces about a bit is tiring.

There are countless dry packs for tying to the bike, and several of them are modular and strap to each other. Many of them have straps the sit over the seat so they don't need a frame. This is a good looking set that lowers the side packs for better stability.

DrySpec D68 Waterproof Motorcycle DryBag Modular Packing System in Black Gray & Orange | 68L Total - Twisted Throttle

The D68 kit includes one D20 saddlebag set and one D28 dry bag to create 68 liters of 100% waterproof storage.

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Nelson Rigg is a well respected brand and they make loads of different styles.

https://www.nelsonrigg.com/motorcycle-luggage/motorcycle-saddlebags

DriRider is an Australian brand and a mate of mine used one of these on his Bonnie. It located the bag on the seat well. Pehaps there is something similar in the US.

 

 

I have a 2001 Bonneville and that bag system looks perfect, this way you don't have to purchase a back rest or luggage rack

 

Sorry for digging this up, but to the OP its 100% possible. This was my setup for years:

Its Cortech's 2.0 tail bag, and saddle bags that can attach to together (but they can also be used separately). With the straps on the bags it was really easy to install them without a rack. They were very stable and I never had a problem with them over 1000's of miles. It looks like the rain covers are not a separate accessory... and I'd highly recommend them. You can also see that I just strapped my small puptent and 1L of extra fuel to the bags. But I could easily fit food, clothing, cooking supplies, tools, etc.

 

I use a Wolfman on my TR that is similar to the DriRider pictured above. No rack necessary, holds a ton of gear, mounts secure, readily available in the U.S. and although it looks big, I barely notice it's there. Nice back support and no back pain like you will most certainly have if you were to wear a heavy back pack on a motorcycle for any distance.

 

A good waterproof durable duffle can provide storage. NRS and Northface make some durable duffles. I use Mosko Moto & usually my sleeping pad which is too long i carry in a duffle.

 

I find that you can strap most loads on the pillion seat (within reason!). The big issue is keeping the load clear of the back wheel and silencers. If you strap a load on and think their is even a slight possibility of coming into contact with either, then it will probably happen. I found a pair of chrome pannier racks for my Thruxton. You can see them here with only a small load fitted.

They are useful to secure throwover panniers and provide good mounting points for elastic straps. I usually just leave the racks fitted as they don't look too out of place on our Triumphs.

 

Are those pannier racks the "longride" brand? How sturdy are they?

 

They were second hand on Ebay. Sold as being original Triumph optional extras. They are very sturdy.

 

Hey, all you need are a few Bungee Cords, and you're off and away! 😁

 

Moskomoto rackless

Rackless Systems

Keep the bike light and tight with our waterproof rackless motorcycle bags. These bags do not require pannier racks helping reducing weight.

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A tank bag and a small tail bag on the rear seat of my Speed Triple is enough for me. I use very compact lightweight gear intended for ultralight backpacking.

Other than my riding gear I only carry one pair of lighweight pants and shirt and one set of extra undershorts and T-shirt plus a light pair of shoes that pack flat. The extra clothes are made of quick dry materials that can be washed in the evening and dry by morning. For camping I take an inflatable pad when stored is about the size of a softball, a down backpacker's quilt .that straps onto the pad (much more comfortable than a mummy bag), either a bivy sack or one-person lightweight tent, and minimal toiletries. That's it.