Installing a Givi MT505 Tanklock tank bag with helpful tips Kawasaki Versys X300

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Dave 300x

Discussion Starter · 13 d ago

In this video a Givi MT505 (5 liter) tank bag is installed on a Kawasaki Versys X300. Givi makes many tank bags which range in size from 3 liter up to at least 20 liters. With the area above the gas tank being limited on the Versys X300 the tank bag I chose is about as large a bag as will fit above the tank and allow the handle bars to move from full left to full right.

There are two items needed for the installation of a Givi tank lock bag. The tank ring and also the tank bag. The tanklock ring needed for the Versys X300 is a model BF-29. Here is the link to the ring that was purchased from Amazon for $18 and free shipping (the Amazon picture is generic):

Amazon.com: FLANGIA X BORSA SERB Tank Lock : Automotive

Buy FLANGIA X BORSA SERB Tank Lock: Tank Bags - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

The Givi tank bag installed here is the model MT505 which is a 5-liter bag and that is about all the room there is available on the Versys X300 for the installation. The Amazon link to the tank bag at a cost of $117.90 (I think it has gone up in price):

Amazon.com: GIVI MT505 Tank Bag : Automotive

Buy GIVI MT505 Tank Bag: Tank Bags - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

This was a simple install and don’t forget the Loctite on the screws.

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JT in GA

· #2 · 13 d ago

Can you get a good side view pic? I have seen some where the bag looks like it sits pretty high off the tank -- couldn't really tell in the video.

I like the tanklock system and most GIvi products. The price tag has kept me with my magnetic "mad dog" tank bag for now. Got it as an ~open box special about a year and a half ago for $19.

Looks like the GIvi system is pretty straightforward to install ... thanks for the info & video !

JT

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Dave 300x

Discussion Starter · #3 · 13 d ago

JT in GA said:
Can you get a good side view pic? I have seen some where the bag looks like it sits pretty high off the tank -- couldn't really tell in the video.

I like the tanklock system and most GIvi products. The price tag has kept me with my magnetic "mad dog" tank bag for now. Got it as an ~open box special about a year and a half ago for $19.

Looks like the GIvi system is pretty straightforward to install ... thanks for the info & video !

JT

Here is a couple of pictures of the MT505 from the side and the top. I'll be putting all the small stuff in this bag to transport the GoPro, Garmin Zumo, wireless microphone, cables, phone, Cardo, keys, etc.. Right now I have all the stuff in pockets and carry what won't fit. This is easy on an easy off. My main top box is for the big stuff like helmet, jacket, gloves, air pump, jump box, tools. And that top box is full. All this is for longer rides. If I stay local I scale that stuff way down.

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JT in GA

· #4 · 13 d ago

Dave 300x said:
Here is a couple of pictures of the MT505 from the side and the top. I'll be putting all the small stuff in this bag to transport the GoPro, Garmin Zumo, wireless microphone, cables, phone, Cardo, keys, etc.. Right now I have all the stuff in pockets and carry what won't fit. This is easy on an easy off. My main top box is for the big stuff like helmet, jacket, gloves, air pump, jump box, tools. And that top box is full. All this is for longer rides. If I stay local I scale that stuff way down.

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Looks good Dave - thanks ! (or maybe no thanks ... you got me wanting to spend more money now LOL !)

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nj-bill

· #5 · 13 d ago

JT in GA said:
Looks good Dave - thanks ! (or maybe no thanks ... you got me wanting to spend more money now LOL !)

One can never have too many storage options on a bike.

Dave - Thanks for another great video!

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Dave 300x

Discussion Starter · #6 · 10 d ago (Edited)

Here is my 100 mile update on the Givi MT505 tank bag. I brought the bag to where I charge everything up (GoPro, Garmin, Phone, wireless mic Rec. & Trx., added keys, ear plugs, wallet and threw everything into the MT505. I carried it out and clicked it onto the tank and opened the lid and dispersed all the gadgets onto the bike and helmet. What a piece of cake. Before and had every pocket stuffed with all the items and had to keep digging into the pockets to get out one thing at a time. The bag is going to be a time saving convenience going forward. I also changed the attachment method for the GoPro which is remote mounted out in front of my windshield and that made a big difference also (shorten up the number of pieces and the vibration now is zero). It was a good couple of rides with the bag and the GoPro mount improvement.
The only disappointment wasn't any Bison visible by the road at the farm near my one favorite destination. I like to stop and stare down the big boys that are near the fence and they just look straight at me with that "look" of - you come one step closer, and you will be toast. lol

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JT in GA

· #7 · 10 d ago

Thanks for the follow-up Dave!

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fasteddiecopeman

· #8 · 9 d ago

Dave 300x said:
...I like to stop and stare down the big boys that are near the fence and they just look straight at me with that "look" of - you come one step closer, and you will be toast. lol....

Here's a pic I took on the "Alaska Hwy" (ALCAN Hwy) back in '15 on one of my Alaska rides. Scary big critters.

P6242330 by Ed Copeman, on Flickr

As you can see - NO fence between me and them!

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Dave 300x

Discussion Starter · #9 · 9 d ago

fasteddiecopeman said:
Here's a pic I took on the "Alaska Hwy" (ALCAN Hwy) back in '15 on one of my Alaska rides. Scary big critters.
by Ed Copeman, on Flickr
As you can see - NO fence between me and them!
by Ed Copeman, on Flickr

With the size and strength of the big horned Bison the farm fence wouldn't even slow down any urge to make me into powered protein. There are few places around here with Bison. We do have private farms with other exotics like camels, emu, lama, large cats and alpaca.

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fasteddiecopeman

· #10 · 8 d ago

A couple of times on the ALCAN I rode thru a group of bison on the road, and on my LAST ride to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Bill and I rode past a herd (riding S), then when returning N, some were on the road but looking 'antsy' so we stopped on the right shoulder (E), which was VERY LUCKY - the herd (probably 50 or so) stampeded while we watched them, going W, around us...!

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NeverSatisfied

· #11 · 8 d ago

fasteddiecopeman said:
A couple of times on the ALCAN I rode thru a group of bison on the road, and on my LAST ride to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Bill and I rode past a herd (riding S), then when returning N, some were on the road but looking 'antsy' so we stopped on the right shoulder (E), which was VERY LUCKY - the herd (probably 50 or so) stampeded while we watched them, going W, around us...!

Yea when I was in the Black Hills last year, I took the "Wildlife Loop," and we came upon probably a hundred of them, including their calves. Some were just the other side of the road from me, others milling around in the roadway ahead. I didn't dare take any photos because I wanted all of my extremities available in case I needed to suddenly operate the bike. Lots of other people in cars were waiting patiently, as well, although being surrounded by steel must've been a little more comforting.

Well after about ten minutes of this "stand-off," along came the county sheriff, who started keying his mic, tapping it on the dashboard audibly through his bullhorn. That started a stampede, and in a few seconds the road was clear. I love nature, but I think we'd have been there a while if not for the sheriff!

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