We love a tank bag for the convenience of having what you need right in front of you, including your wallet, phone, maps, etc.
Magnetic or strap-on tank bags tend to scratch your tank and they aren’t very secure.
Now Oxford, the makers of those handy grip warmers and other bike accessories, have released a range of Quick release (QR) tank bags that lock on to the fuel filler cap so it snaps on and off in just a couple of seconds with the flip of your thumb.
The underside of the tank bagAnd because it sits up off your tank, it should ensure you don’t scratch the paintwork.
The bags cost from $169.95 up to $199.95 depending on size (four litres, 15L, 20L and 30L) and they come in a choice of black, red and blue, except the 20L bag which is only available in black.
The universal quick-release mechanism requires a special tank ring to be fitted for an extra $29.95. However, they only available Suzuki, Triumph, Honda, Kawasaki or Yamaha motorcycles.
Tank ringAll Oxford tank bags have waterproof zips and rip-stop nylon. The larger bags come with carry straps supplied, backpack straps and a roll top waterproof internal bag.
There is a see-through top section on the tank bags for a map, or even your iPad.
Oxford QR Tank Bags:
- Oxford X4, $169.95, Black, Blue, Red
- Oxford X15, $189.95, Black, Blue, Red
- Oxford X20, $199.95, Black
- Oxford X30, $199.95, Black, Blue, Red