Spot Motorcycles » Chase Harper http://www.spotmotorcycles.com Motorcycle Accessories and Apparel Sat, 07 Jan 2012 20:21:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Chase Harper Dual Sport Saddlebags | Black Cordura Waterproof 3850 http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-dual-sport-saddlebags-black-cordura-waterproof-3850/ http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-dual-sport-saddlebags-black-cordura-waterproof-3850/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:35:17 +0000 Sharon http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/?p=4346 Chase Harper Dual Sport Saddlebags Chase Harper's Dual Purpose bags will fulfill almost any functional needs you have for a set of saddlebags. A long feature list accompanies this product, so beyond the short time we are about to spend together, you should look up all the specs.

To start, the one feature that Chase Harper is known for is the stitching. All seams are internally bound with nylon, and the stress points are bar tacked. Two rows of stitching surround the zippers to be sure these high use areas don't degrade. An ABS liner helps when you carry heavy loads and will also let the bags retain their shape when empty.

Constructed of 1000 denier DuPont Cordura, they boast a urethane waterproof coating. You can also buy rain covers if you're paranoid. The inner side is aluminized fabric to reduce damage if your bags come into contact with those hot pipes of yours.

In addition to the over-the-seat mounting, there is a system of 1-inch buckles at three mounting points per bag. These also come equipped with a shoulder strap if you want to take them with you after a long day of riding. For all of this, you will pay an acceptable price of about $200. You do get your money's worth, but I wouldn't say it's a bargain.

The downside is the appearance. These are very plain, rectangular bags. They look like those insulated fabric lunch bags that were so popular in the '90s. There is a tri-ring attachment point at each top corner, so you can hook other things to these bags and hide their dullness. Made in the USA, these are available in black, blue, red, or purple.

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]]> http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-dual-sport-saddlebags-black-cordura-waterproof-3850/feed/ 1 Chase Harper Tank Bag 450 | Black Magnetic Cordura 450M http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-tank-bag-450-black-magnetic-cordura-450m/ http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-tank-bag-450-black-magnetic-cordura-450m/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:40:59 +0000 Ila http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/?p=4319 Chase Harper Tank Bag 450 I'm so embarrassed. I went to a party last weekend where bikes were parked around a bonfire providing a great place to sit and have a beer, but I couldn't pack everything on my bike. This is pretty surprising for me because I pride myself on being quick with a bungee, but I had to defer to a friend with a car to bring the food. Shameful. I've put off using a tank bag because I really like my paint job, but I don't like it more than my independence.

Chase Harper's 450 magnetic tank bag is probably as much as I need. I'm going to say right off that the price is on the high side for the capacity, but Chase Harper makes some quality bags which are worth the expense if you have a habit of abusing your equipment. Still, at 12 inches long, 9 inches wide, and only 3 inches high, you might be able to get more space for around $80 elsewhere. If the price doesn't throw you, I want your life, and you should read on for the specs.

Constructed of 1000-denier DuPont Cordura, the tapering design makes it perfect for most cruiser tanks. Being 12 inches long, you should be able to figure out if it'll fit a sport tank if that's what you have. Industrial-grade magnets tucked in the wings will hold this bag to your tank with bulldog tenacity and won't scratch your finish. In addition to the main compartment, there are some top pockets for keys and whatnot and a bungee-covered external mesh pocket with reversible map pouch. A rubberized handle makes carry-off comfortable.

A bit of extra storage can't hurt. It might even free you from 4-wheeled favors.

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Chase Harper's 1150 tank bag takes a new angle on angles. Their bag measures easily at 14.5 inches by 10 inches by 4 inches. This is an expandable bag that increases the 4-inch hight to 10.5 inches, and a lot can be stacked into this rectangular pillar.

Constructed of 1000 denier Cordura nylon and equipped with a neoprene tank pad, you won't have to worry about the magnetic base scratching your tank. The base of the bag has a removable foam insert that can be used to prevent tools from rattling around. In addition to the main box compartment, there is an external pouch for change or whatnot. There is also a nice, big, rectangular map pouch for your printed map.

The unique shape makes this an ideal bag for students and business people who need to transport books, computers, and paperwork. Internal compression straps prevent sliding and shifting, and the sewn-in zipper hinges allow easy access. These are also stackable with other Chase Harper bags if you need more space. The drawback to stacking this bag, or even having it fully expanded, is that you are adding a lot of height to the tank in front of you, and that could get cumbersome pretty quickly.

Here's an expandable roll bag to add to your collection as well.

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]]> http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-tank-bag-magnetic-square-expandable-1150/feed/ 1 Chase Harper Sportbike Tank Bag | Black Magnetic 650 http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-sportbike-tank-bag-black-magnetic-650/ http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-sportbike-tank-bag-black-magnetic-650/#comments Wed, 09 Sep 2009 20:45:48 +0000 Ila http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/?p=3821 Chase Harper Sportbike Tank Bag The short, fat tanks of many modern sport bikes have advantages for performance. More weight on the front tire, greater fuel capacity, and a tighter riding position are all consequences of the design. Unfortunately, most tank bags don't share this contemporary styling.

Chase Harper's 650 Sportbike tank bag has been designed for those beetle-like tanks. A small, curved base will perch atop the apex of the tank. The 650 comes with the option of a magnetic or strap mounting system. Either method will create a secure hold and release easily for carrying away with the rubberized handle or hide-away backpack straps.

A reversible map pouch is large enough to see two folds of your AAA map or nearly an entire sheet of printed paper. Mesh pockets on the top and sides provide a visible place to put small items. If you are like me and always second guess whether or not you packed your phone charger, you could stow it under the mesh for constant reassurance. The main compartment is large enough to carry your hydration pack and some extra gear. The whole thing gives you 9.5 liters of storage space.

The largest bonus, as with a lot of Chase Harper's gear, is the stitching. The 1,000 denier Cordura is sewn with internally bound seams that are bar-tacked at stress points. The shape of this bag is a little odd, in that it has straight walls on the sides. That means it sits 5 inches straight up. I suppose they were trying to maximize the capacity while maintaining a small footprint.

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Chase Harper to the rescue. The Manta X2 is a small tank bag with 3.3 liters of storage room for the bare essentials. Dubbed the Manta for its magnetic wings, this bag hugs your tank like a sticky sea creature, but will keep all of your stuff dry with waterproof zippers.

Constructed of 100 denier Cordura Plus, the Manta is a tough little bag. The front compartment, just big enough from your cell phone and keys, is water-tight and easy to access quickly. The larger compartment will hold longer objects, such as a bottle of water and a spare pair of gloves.

All zippers are double stitched, and all seams are internally bound with bar-tacked stress points. The magnetic flaps tuck away for easy carry with the removable shoulder strap.

Now, if this cost $30, I would say it's a great little bag for the pocketless, but it runs closer to $70. For that price, you could get a tank bag with more than twice the capacity and features. I don't think I would spend this much to carry around a bottle of water and a wallet. I'll shove them in my coat and take my weird, lumpy chances.

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Although it is a wimp (no offense intended) beside my 650, the Honda Ruckus is an industrial little bike made for bare-bones use. You're not going to buy this little beast for the pure fun of it, so you're going to want a bag for running those chores.

Chase Harper has designed a bag just for the Ruckus' ample underseat space. Like all of Chase Harper's gear, the underseat bag comes with an unconditional lifetime warranty. You'll be able to use all of your underseat space due to the specificity of the design, and a shoulder strap makes this an easy carry off bag. The foam interior will keep your stuff from getting knocked around, but this isn't the best pack for wet riding since it lacks waterproofing.

At 21 inches long and 9 inches wide, with a tapering height, you'll have enough space for running to the store, the gym, or your buddy's BYOB barbecue.

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]]> http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-underseat-bag-honda-ruckus/feed/ 0 Chase Harper Tour Saddlebag | Black Nylon Cordura 3465 http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-sport-tour-saddlebag-3465/ http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/chase-harper-sport-tour-saddlebag-3465/#comments Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:54:33 +0000 Ila http://www.spotmotorcycles.com/?p=1174 Chase Harper Sport Tour Saddlebag 3465 I am in the market for a new set of saddlebags, so I've been going over my routines to find out what features I need. Right now, I have classic leather bags with no bells or whistles. They pack as well as cardboard boxes and to remove them I need to break out the tools and take off my seat, making them far from convenient.

Chase Harper is an obvious stop when you're looking for bags. Riders who travel know how robust they are, and the company fully honors its unconditional lifetime warranty. If you're looking for a tank bag or a full luggage set because you've decided to save rent money by living on your bike, they will accommodate you.

The Sport Tour saddlebags have everything a traveler could want. They are easy to pull on and off the bike, so there are no worries about leaving your valuables unattended. Sport Tour bags have a ridiculous number of pockets and storage compartments that give you 2.3 cubic feet of storage space. The main compartment alone is 14.5 x 9.5 x 10 inches. These bags are a little bulky as a result of the storage space, so I wouldn't buy them if you're just looking for a place to keep an extra quart of oil.

The seams are bound on the inside and out and stress points are bar tacked, so that lifetime warranty won't need much use. The bags are DuPont Cordura Plus urethane-coated nylon. Chase Harper even threw on a couple of reflective strips to keep the rider seen and safe.

Simply put, these are just a great set of bags.

Chase Harper also makes these saddlebags for dual sport riders.

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The shape is something completely new in the saddlebag world. Constructed of a unique MCM material, these bags open and close like a clamshell. Dual zippers run across the top and down the sides for complete accessibility. The dimensions are 13.5 inches by 7.5 inches by 10.5 inches. That provides a lot of space, but the aerodynamic shape leads the eye to glance right over them as easily as the wind does.

These bags are water resistant and equipped for quick detachment. Chase Harper states that these bags are "amazingly lightweight." The definition of "amazing" is subjective, but you get the idea. The seams are all bound on the inside with bar tacked stress points, so it's a Chase Harper bag through and through.

Black is the only color, but this is a stealth saddlebag so that's no surprise. These are perfect for the person who needs saddlebags but doesn't want to disrupt the fluid lines of their bike. You're going to have to shell out for the extra engineering, but you always do.

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This helmet bag features a 3/8" foam padding interior that is covered with a soft, non-scratching fabric. The flexible construction allows helmets of varying shapes and sizes to slide in easily.

On the outside, 1000 Denier Cordura nylon gives good protection and extra-large YKK zippers allow easy access. The helmet bag can be strapped to the bike using the D-ring fasteners, or carried with you using the convenient carry straps. A full-size zipper pocket lets you slide any extras you can think of.

For a helmet bag that's loaded with features and will keep your helmet fully protected, this is an excellent choice.

The Icon Urban Tank Bag has some other options for helmet storage, too.

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