Motorcycle Camping Easy 1 Bag Setup
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ค. 2024
- G'day guys, after 8 years of running this setup... what has changed?. Hope you enjoy :-) Cheers... Mark
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I was glad to finally see a video showing a one bag setup for motorcycle camping. Hiking, bicycling and kayaking, I've had a strong preference for ultralight camping from the early 1970s that is naturally carrying over into my motorcycle camping. I've ridden small dual sport bikes since 1975 and always wanted a lightweight adventure bike. We got big heavy adventure bikes in the mid 80s that only grew larger for a couple of decades, and only recently are we finally seeing small ADV bikes, 40 years after I envisioned them. Serious ADV bikes are still big, and the goal seems to make ADV motorcycle camping as big and complex as possible. I'm convinced less is more. I can certainly travel more places with less weight and bulk, and I'll be able to keep traveling well into old age when I couldn't do that on a big heavy ADV bike.
The large 58L Wolfman duffel was out of stock a year ago so I bought a Wild Heart brand 66L waterproof duffel that is clearly a Wolfman knockoff, but the quality seems good. It and the Wolfman were the only waterproof duffels I found that have D rings on the bottom of the bag. That was essential for the way I use the bag. I tie the base of the bag to the rear rack so it can't move around on the bike and I don't need straps over the top of the bag. That allows me to quickly and easily access the contents of the bag so I can use it as a tail bag to store tools, water, a first aid kit, toilet paper, rain suit, etc.
Inside the bag, the contents are organized in ultralight waterproof roll top bags by category - clean clothes, dirty clothes, cook kit, food, hammock, sleeping bag and mattress, etc. I leave the bag tied to the rack and remove the stuff sacks that I need, as I need them. I pack the heavy items such as the seven pound tool roll and water low and as far forward as possible to improve the weight and balance so the bike handles well. Panniers are good for carrying the weight lower, but I don't like the weight of the panniers, nor do I like them hanging out in the wind to increase aerodynamic drag and scrape on trees and rocks when riding off road. The duffel bag behind me is very low drag and no snag. Even with the heavy tool roll and dry suit, my total load is typically 35 pounds, so it carries very well on the pillion and rear rack.
That’s brilliant! You’d be waiting a while for me in the morning when I’m packing up all my crap, but love this! Food for thought... cheers!
@Kristopher Nickolas its a scam dont do this
Mark, the past eight years has paid off, your best video to date. Great camera work Nay. I have worked out my own setup over the years but it is great to get some new ideas. Tanks
Your whole camp set up in that one bag. That's pretty good.
You my friend have opened my mind and eyes for a much better way to carry my stuff.... Thank You Sir.! Also vacuum bags are excellent too and you don't need a vacuum. 😉👍🏻
2:18 those are called "Senior Moments" I have those at times, I also suffer from CRS (Can't Remember Sh*t) luckily I have moments where I do remember to upload important details to my phone but then forget or ignore my phone.
Gotcha Straps and the like I use RokStraps they really changed things for me, I hardly ever use bungee cords anymore.
The blue tarp, spent a few nights just under one of thee those next to the bike.
So simple that it's genius.
Great stuff Mark, going to be awesome when we can get out travelling and camping again.
Awesome stuff Mark keeping it simple that's my #1 motto with that kinda thing, thank you for sharing your setup 👌
G’day Mark that is a bloody brilliance little setup , I love it home away from home 👍😎
I’ve been downsizing and went from the Wolfman large to a small. I like how you don’t use a tent bag, I’ll try that next time.
Brilliant straight to the point no dreaded music fab UK
Your vids back then helped me with my set up when I was starting motorcycle camping. I appreciate you sharing, and still sharing. I always feel I take too much though and want to shave down how much I take. It's a hard thing to do for some reason 😞. Thanks for all you do! By the way it's amazing how your comfort level in front of the camera has change from back then.😉👍
You make such a good point about putting things in bags, only to put them in another bag !!
Your usual clarity Mark 👍
Bloody good comments .
late to the party but I've found a good way to stop the noise with the inflatable mattresses. Grab a cotton sleeping bag liner and stuff the mattress in it. Stops the noise and makes sleeping in the warmer weather much more comfortable if you don't want to use a sleeping bag.
Great stuff mate! Thanks👍
I have the same Wolfman duffel. It is a great bag for sure. I will have to try this packing method on my next motorcycle camping trip.
I personally like Kriega packs, they join together and can be customised, they come with their own straps and if you do it rite you can get to things really easy, for example in the main pack I keep all my clothes and towel, in another I keep my cooking equipment with coffee and tea, that way I don't have to unload bags and rummage around to find what i need, I just unclip the bag I need. Great video its nice to see people do things differently and utilise what works best for themselves.
Great video Mark. Love senior moments- I can't remember what I've forgotten, ha.
Cheers Jeff
Another great MCT have a blast at the rally 🍻
Excellent tips that I will use! And I'll definitely looks for those Gotcha Straps. Thanks for doing this.
Hello Mark; great idea, I will have a look at my kit and make some minor changes; Your practical advice is fantastic, I still use the Hellenox Cot and Chair...at my age I need the comfort...LOL.... keep safe.... thanks again...
G'Day Mark, i was just perusing older videos and looking at that particular one camp set up, and then you do this, lol
G'day Mark from Austin TX USA! For a ground sheet (tarp) find a place where new houses are being built. You can almost always find remnants of the Tyvek sheeting used on the sides of the houses in the trash or ask the guys building it if you can get some before they clean up the site. That material is very strong and thin so it folds/rolls small and it works great to protect the bottom of the tent. For a mattress look into a Klymit V Ultralight. You can get insulated ones, which work great for cooler weather, and you would not need the blanket for the cot, saving more space and weight. do not make that stupid crinkly sound. I use one and highly recommend them. It is about 17 ounces and when rolled, it is slightly larger than a soda can or about the size of a Fosters! I also carry a polypropelene towel, like the ones the Olympic divers use, to dry the tent of any moisture before I take it down. Takes about 2 minutes max.
Thanks for that Mark. I've got a DR with the same B&B rack, so this video was right on the money.
I run a pair of Andy Strapz Avduro soft panniers, which I normally just leave on the bike. They're tough as nails. Cooking gear and food goes in one. Clothes, and miscellaneous stuff in the other. Tools and spares are in a PVC pipe under the left rear seat. If I'm pub camping, that's about it. But for bush camping, the sleeping bag, Helinox chair, lights, tent, pegs and groundsheet go in the top duffle bag, as you do. That way I can leave the duffle bag alone all day, and just drag it off at night, pack it up the next morning not touch it again until the next campsite.
Good to see your Wolfman duffle bag has lasted so long. I've just used a grubby old and worn-in echelon bag, but you've got me all stirred up now and I might lash out for a decent waterproof duffle bag with all the right straps.
Great vid and tips man! Definitely easy with the 1 bag set-up.😉👍
I wanna try out a new setup for motorcycle camping, looks like it won't be for a while! Great to see how others do it though. Great technique with closing up your bag, gotta try that.
Thanks Mark brilliant tip , tried and tested works Will do this from now on , still learning at 60, cheers mate.
Good Onya mate! 👍
Great video Mark, I really enjoyed seeing your camping setup and am always looking for ways to improve my own. Camping here in Oklahoma is very difficult in summer as the temperature and humidity is just too high to enjoy sleeping out. Most of my camping is car camping in the colder months, sometimes requiring a heated tent. But no worries about poison snakes in the winter of which there are quite a few of those here also. Keep the great videos coming Mark, thanks so much. DR650's rule!!!
Brilliant mate learning all the time thanks UK
They’re great bags. I have the original of the Touratech waterproof duffel bags which are made in Germany by Ortlieb.
I bought an identical 49L Ortlieb Rack Pak from a bicycle shop on flea bay for A$99 shipped from Melbourne, whereas the identical Touratech bag is A$165 plus shipping. I’ve used it in 17 countries over 3 years on the back of my big KTM. It’s bullet proof. It’s now on the back of the little DRZ400.
super sensible, well done.
Excellent video! We have a no name bag similar to yours, works great. We love those straps! We had those breakfast sandwiches this morning and they were delicious! 😀
Another piece of Biker bits goodness for the day. Thanks Mark... and Nay....
That is a great way to pack it all thanks for sharing.
Awesome tips and products.
Looks like you got a well tried and tested system 👍
Nice. Just getting into moto camping - thanks for the tips. Subscribed 🤙
I never knew about Gotcha Straps and they're even made locally! Thanks. I think i've been watching your vids for about 8 years now too :)
Good video Mark ! I always have problems what to put where , how much to take !
Great idea, will have to try it next time i am away. I take far too much incl kitchen sink. Cheers Mark.
Great video! we here at Viking bags really appreciate your content!
Nice one Mark (& Nay), That's a great set up. I'll be ditching all the stuff bags now methinks.. I remember watching the old video a few years back. I'll have to go look up them Gotcha Straps now as well!! Awrabesht to you both from me & my clan. K.O.K.O. 😉💙👍
Congrats on 30k subs Mark 👍🏻
In bear country best to pack a portable electric bear fence. A compact 2.4 Ibs for huge peace of mind.
Good tip with the single bagging idea...will do that
Nemo tensor for the sleeping pad, few different sizes etc. But the internal thermal sheet is suspended in a way that stops those "squeaking" noises. Also one of the most comfortable sleeping pads and compresses down to the size of about a 1L bottle.
I've used this advice for a year...
#nailsit 🙏🙌
Great video, I'll grab some of those gotcha straps off you at some point. I'm using ratchet straps, that are good and strong but those look better. Great to see everything packed loose in to a roll top bag, I didn't think of doing that. Good idea
Very cool straps Mark!
Great video, Txs mate. Would really like to see the rest of your kit though, like your kitchen/cooking gear, food, etc and your clothes etc, the full deal if possible?
Love the gotcha straps
Hey there mark you've definitely got out what you have put in over years mate I've watched how many views and likes since last night to now. I watching the first vid you did on your 650 to what you are now mate and with all the merchandise stuff mate you've done a brilliant job keep it up big fella can't wait to catch up one day 💯👍🇦🇺🍻🍻🍻🍻
Ripper Mark, thanks for sharing
Yeah Mark - when I was in the Army mate it was always wet gear going back into the pack.... And never a little stuff bag insight! Those stuff bags are a pain ... except for maybe hygiene stuff like toothbrush ect. All the best bro, ride on (when we can again!) Phil
I am now trying this setup which seems to work pretty good..except for a wet tent which as you say can go in a bag of some sort👍
TY again , been more than 20 years since I've been Bike camping , yep all my fault. My sleep was an old canvas swag 7ft by 9ft and Tarp. 30 plus years still have it, good condition. Tarp and old foam mattress died . Got look into Sleeping bag and Self inflating mattress new tarp. Cheers
LOVE the simple....!!
You’ve come a long way evolution
the Gotcha straps they are fantastic I have bought them off you and used them for my scooter before I sold it and save it up for a new scooter and will use them on the next one ☝️ thank you Mark for selling Something that actually works really well thank you
I feel really silly that I've always tried to cram everything into their own bags. Especially the tent. I'm 50 years old and still learning. Thanks for the video. DR650s are the best!
Very nice information thank you sir.
Great concept!
Good setup
Always great to see how other ADV Riders pack for camping. Your original video helped massively with organising my first dual sport camping trip. Still got the same hike light tent off your website as a result of your video, although I retired it from bike camping for something half the weight and pack size 👍
COS
Hey Cos, what tent do you run now? Sounds good! :-)
Biker Bits Nature Hike Taga 1. Some compromises to get that weight for the price but worth it for my needs 👍
Great tip about not using individual bags for everything. If you pack individual bags you wind up with lots of waisted space because the bags don't fit exactly together. By simply stuffing items such as sleeping bags they will conform to the shape of the larger bag and fill it much more efficiently into every nook and cranny. I do question being able to use that one bag as I didn't see any food, cookware, toiletries, clothes tools etc. Good video!
Brilliant
You can use some pledge to help some of the noise on the squeaker mattress. Done that on a few air mattresses. It helps. Great tips. Thanks.
Ya gotta camp in the back garden for us again now. 😁
Its the KISS method ... Keep it simple stupid ....... I love it. As you would say Brilliant
Nice
Nice 👍
Been bike camping 30 years and doing it wrong all the time stuffing things into tiny bags, tried this today - it's a game changer it really works , half the time to pack , and goes into a far smaller package, just goes to show your never to old to learn if you're prepared to listen
Good Onya Karl! 👍
Good stuff Mark!... First of all, the way you were pulling stuff out of that bag I thought you must have pinched it from Mary Poppins! - I'm new to all this, but you've sold me on the bag and you have a new subscriber..:)
Good Onya Chris! 👍
You're like Mary Poppins pulling stuff our of that bag....that pillow came from no where....boom...big pillow.
LOL :-)
Good setup mate !! I almost bought a new max 2months ago I think it was only $8000 ride away good deal but I've ridden dual Sports my hole life 😒
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Is that a Honda Shadow Sabre 1100 in the background? Great videos by the way! 🏍️👏🍺🇿🇦👍
I'm going to use this set up too, less is more i reckon. What about cooking gear and food?
Great advice. Obviously have done it and put thought into it. Like those straps. Are they available in the US?
No sure!
What an excellent video! So useful. Thank you...
This is the way I have packed for years..all those little stuff sacks are a pain in the ass..I find everything in the bag finds its own level..stuff bags make odd bumps and lumps making the overall bag uneven and heavy in one place or another..pack it one time and for get about it..I have carried a mesh bag for the tent if it is wet..then I strap outside the main bag until dry..I always buy the larger stuff sacks, if I need to carry something in a bag.never use the tight never get back into bag that came with the product..
Great vid!, love the Gotcha straps! When i pack my sleepingbag i roll it and tighten it with a velcrostrap that saves a lot of space, just as big as a hand holding an apple. Dont you take any food/cooking gear, first aid kit or tools? Greetings from the Netherlands
Yes I do and they go in my saddlebags! :-)
You are able to fit a lot of gear in there.
Yay no swag, I really can't abide them.
"Oh I'm just off in my $100,000 UTE to catch a $10 fish and all I can carry in the UTE bed is 1 swag. Bloody bonanza" 😒
Hey Mark, what's the width of those Gotcha straps?
Thanks mate I'll do that but where do you put your camp stove and food lol.
Oh p.s still have to buy a camp stove and adaptor of you later .
They go in the side panniers! :-)
Food, cooking, water ect? Seperate bag?
Thanks Mark! I'm new to all this. Metal panniers and saddlebags just seemed too expensive to me and I kept thinking, why not just strap a big duffle back on my top rack?
I bought a cheap knock off from Amazon and honestly, it seems so well made that it would rival the Wolfman. But my bag is 50 liters. My top rack is kind of small, and I still need to figure out if I need to mount it length wise to my bike or width wise.
I'm a little worried the bag I got is too big now. Live and learn!
They dont sell those gotcha straps in the US, right? Is there a good equivalent? I bought rok straps but they are very thin.
No they don't.
Hi sorry to bother you I love the video would love to pack my camping gear this way have been looking at this bag I’m living in Ireland the only size I can get is a 40 lt bag what size is your bag please
Pretty sure it's 50 litres
They are unreal straps. Any local suppliers for those Mark?
Really looking forward to trying out my new dry bag, I bought a biltwell 80 exfill to mount to my sissy bar!
Where is Local?
Hay Mark,any details on the make of the luggage plate youre using to secure that bag on?
B&B Offroad
what about clothes? you don't pack additional sleeping, and camping clother? I have similar setup :) but always nice to learn.
Camp clothes go in side pannier! :-)
Hey Mark, thanks for the many excellent videos. How much does that bag weigh full? And what about the camp kitchen stuff, where do you pack that and how much does it weigh.
6 kgs and kitchen stuff goes in the side pannier
This is what I came here to ask. Where’s the clothes roll, the can of soup, the torch, etc that you showed in your other video??
Hey Mark, just wondering why you went away from the Helinox cot and back to the air mat?
Smaller, lighter and more comfortable! 👍
Love it Mark. I've been using this system for quite a few years now. Ever since I saw your original video on the one bag system. :-) Here's a video suggestion for you (as I've struggled with this for a while): using the tents that you sell (which I've happily owned for years, as well), it's pouring rain... How do you set the tent up?
Yeah that's a tricky one! As quick as possible!! LOL :-) Maybe a good thing to try and work out a way of doing it! :-)
@@BikerBits I carry a basic tarp with bungee cords to setup my tent under if its raining, the tent can be moved after it's setup with the rain fly on and the tarp can go over top of the tent if it's a torrential downpour.
So when your camping what do you eat and drink?
There are 2 pannier bags for all that stuff and more obviously! 👍
How well does that straps work with the sissy bar on your cruiser?
No worries at all but I do run them through the dlinks on the bag! :-)
Can't believe how much stuff u pulled out of that bag. Didn't think u were going to stop. Hey what about ur cooking & food, water supplies ?
They go in the panniers! 👍
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