You can tell this is made in Germany by Touratech, because they don’t call it the “High End Tank Bag” for the BMW F800 GS, they call it the “Tank Bag High End.” They should call it the “Tank Bag High Price.” But hey, after looking for the right expandable tank bag that wouldn’t jack up the glossy yellow paint on my new bike, I decided the Touratech mounting system was really the best out there. Essentially there is a harness that holds the bag in place, and the contact points to the bike are non-abrasive and secure. It expands from 14 liters to 20 liters with one zipper, has a little side pocket for a multi-tool (like a leatherman) and a detachable velcro map pocket that sticks on the top. I was skeptical that I could be satisfied with a tankbag that cost $285, but so far, I am a believer. I will do a follow-up on the performance of this bag on the first big weekender, as I have only been relying on this for commuting so far. Check it out at Touratech-USA.

Touratech Tank Bag High End for F800 GS

Inside the Touratech Tank Bag