MT-09 owner, no rack/bars/brackets back there just the passenger pegs to strap to. Any luggage suggestions?
Former FJ-09 rider here. At first, I used a tourmaster tail bag that was held on with straps. It was very secure and held enough for an overnight trip. Eventually I got a rack and some givi hard panniers that could hold way more.
A backpack and some paracord can be an effective solution. Learn a few basic knots and find some spots you can attach to…you can have a secure bag on the bike and a comfortable bag off it.
Did that with my carry on bag. Now I have a top bag!
A number of companies make rackless luggage. They are found in the ADV/Dual Sport would, not sure if they will work on a MT-09. Go to the web site for Rocky mountain ATV or Chaparral Motorsports you should be able see if you can find something that might work.
Thanks, I’ll check it out!
I have a Giant Loop “Klamath Tail Rack Pack” on my Trident 660. I strapped it to the pillion seat. It’s on the small side, so I wouldn’t call it “luggage.” But it looks and works great!
Awesome, I’ll take a look. Thanks!
Flip side, how much do you need to carry? Would a tank bag work?
Tank bags are one of those black magic things I’m still hesitant about. What’s your experience? Any scratches on the tank?
Edit to add: I usually wear a backpack for clothes and stuff for a few nights going somewhere, but it gets a little uncomfortable after an hour or so. Ideally I’d like to not have to wear the backpack at all but I guess at the very least a tank bag would lighten the load.
Don’t use one as I’m still slowly buying what I need, and my bike takes pannier racks. 😂
You might want to see if anyone sells a ring lock solution for yours, as at least with my bike the options will elevate the bag from the tank.
Ah ok, thanks. I’ll look into it!
You need a luggage rack extension. Plenty of aftermarket sources for one. Google “mt-09 luggage rack”. Then you can mount a trunk or saddle bags.
Eh, don’t really want a rack on my bike. Thanks though.
Whatever you do, make it safe. Was headed from Lassen National Park when a bike about 1/4 mile down the road went down. He had a pack strapped to his seat (no rack). Loose ends got tangled in the chain and pulled the whole thing into the rear wheel.
Ouch, yeah I hadn’t thought about that but will for sure. Sounds like a bad time!