Baggage for the biker

Carrying on Yourself or on the Bike

The rider has two options for transporting their belongings: on the bike, with a top case, saddlebags or panniers, or on themselves, with a back pack or a leg bag. Carried luggage is handy in town and for short trips: you can keep it with you when getting off the bike, without leaving anything on the machine. It should remain light and stable so it doesn't tire or hinder your ride.

By Type of Luggage

Riding luggage comes in different types:

• Backpacks.
• Leg bags.
• Travel bags.

Motorcycle luggage also includes top cases, saddle bags, leg bags, cargo bags, on the luggage page.

Backpacks and Leg Bags

The motocycle backpack, like the Ixon R-Tension, Bagster Player and Venom or the Ubike Easy Pack, is shaped to avoid wind resistance, with chest and waist straps preventing it from riding up at high speeds; some even have a back protector. The airbag backpacks Helite H-Moov and Motoairbag City inflate in case of a fall to protect the back and neck. The leg bag, like the Furygan Colt, Givi Easy-T or Bagster Jam, attaches to the thigh, keeping your phone and keys within reach without disrupting your ride.

Travel and Accessories

For travel, the Oxford Aqua bag and the modular waterproof Ubike Cylinder, strapped to the passenger seat, keep your belongings dry. The helmet bag Arai protects the helmet from scratches during transport, and the boot bag Furygan prevents dirt from getting on the rest of your luggage. The wallets Furygan, compact, fit in a jacket pocket. You should avoid overloading a back pack: beyond a few kilos, it strains the back and disturbs the rider's balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a backpack suitable for riding a motorcycle?

It's better to use a backpack designed for motorbikes, with chest and waist straps that prevent it from riding up or bouncing at high speeds. The Ixon, Bagster, and Venom models stay stable and have minimal wind resistance.

What’s the benefit of a bag attached to the thigh?

Held by straps around the thigh, it keeps your phone, keys, and documents within easy reach, without interfering with your ride. The Furygan Colt, Givi Easy-T, Bagster Jam, and Chaft models are perfect for the city.

How does an airbag backpack work?

Connected to the bike by a cable, the airbag backpack inflates in a fraction of a second when the rider is ejected from the bike. It protects the spine, chest, and neck. Helite and Motoairbag offer options.

How to keep belongings dry in the rain?

A waterproof bag, like the Ubike Cylinder or the travel Oxford Aqua bag, is made from a waterproof material with a seal that blocks water. Clothes and documents stay dry, even after hours in the downpour.

What weight can you carry on your back when riding a motorcycle?

There’s no official limit, but a heavy bag can strain your back and disturb your balance. You should only carry the essentials, a few kilos at most, and keep the rest in a top case or saddlebags attached to the bike.