A bit late to the party but I have the same one and I find it much more convenient mounting it the other way around. That way the magnets are much higher up, the bag is flush up against the tank and I've had no issues running it without any straps, even at high speeds.
I actually just picked up this item for my Honda Grom, which does not have a metal tank. I have not opened the package yet, but I thought it comes with straps; a shoulder strap for carrying it around, but also straps to secure it to your tank. I will open the pack tomorrow/Sunday to check.
Hi there. It does come with straps that loop through the 4 d-rings around the bag. For me though I don't want it on the bike permanently. To attach with the straps on the cb500x you have to remove the plastic fairing. In the vid I did miss the straps out.
Can you not route the security strap over and under the Handlebar Clamp (Black with the Honda Logo and 4 Bolts) alternatively around your Sat Nav Bracket/Tube..... (Doesn't have to go around the Headstock) Hope that helps mate
Cheers for the comment. Since the video I've done exactly that. how I did it with this bag is at 6.37 mins in this video: th-cam.com/video/iuUwMi7LgBg/w-d-xo.html
Hi, can the bag sit a bit further up the tank, might have the wrong impression but seems the front end of bag sits off the tank a bit...cheers from TheCampingBiker. I’ve also subbed mate👍🏻
Thanks for the sub, love your vids. No, it has to sit there or it starts to block the display. It looks weird but also feels right somehow. When filling up with fuel just lift a magnet and it stays out the way. It’s a great small bag. The magnets hold fine for day to day use, I just use a Velcro strap around the handle and attach it around the handlebar clamp for extra security.
Hi, I am enjoYing my CB500x. Thanks for this video. Got a query. What is the phone holder or GPS holder you got on your bike at 1.27 in the video. Am trying to find a gPs holder but couldn't find one for models earlier than 2016. Would appreciate your reply. Thanks . Robert
Hi Robert. The mount came with one of Givi's universal phone/satnav cases. The bar it's attached to in the video didn't really work and flopped around on bumps. I wanted the sat nav mounted centrally and securely, I use a car sat nav or Google maps on my phone. I researched quite a bit a couple of years ago and found that the best universal solution for both a phone or sat nav was Givi's smart mount kit. It's expensive but well worth it. th-cam.com/video/iuUwMi7LgBg/w-d-xo.html They have a few mounting kits for the bracket depending on the bike. Double check the one you need for your year of cb500x.
Did you manage to find another way to mount the tank bag to avoid the buckle interfering when doing a full lock turn? Also, I'd recommend the windshield accessory bar for your phone/satnav - it prevents you from taking your eyes off the road and is more comfortable. You can get it for like £15-25 quid on eBay or Amazon (it's a generic part).
I was hoping to see an example of how to use the 4 straps. They include 4 narrow straps (2 with loops, 2 without) with no attachment points other than the loops on the bag. There are no instructions or directions for options. It's like "here it is, figure it out." That's BS on the part of the manufacturer. If you have a plastic tank, or don't trust the magnets, you have some guess work ahead of you. I'm thinking that they're getting mine back for a refund.
I did have a look at the straps but ended up not using them due to no obvious place to attach and remove from the bike quickly. Ended up removing the loops from the bag too, whenever I was on a rough road they'd rattle around on the tank. I did the nc500 and the magnet, with strap at front, was great. Only time the bag has come off has been when the bikes been over, either at dunnet head or on a trail.
@@micahgregory292 I used it on a (stock) dr650 tank. My sheepskin seat cover prevented the magnets from working. I ended up using 2 of the 4 supplied straps to secure it to the frame, then clipped the front strap around the frame, near the triple tree. I guess you get what you pay for.
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A bit late to the party but I have the same one and I find it much more convenient mounting it the other way around. That way the magnets are much higher up, the bag is flush up against the tank and I've had no issues running it without any straps, even at high speeds.
I actually just picked up this item for my Honda Grom, which does not have a metal tank. I have not opened the package yet, but I thought it comes with straps; a shoulder strap for carrying it around, but also straps to secure it to your tank. I will open the pack tomorrow/Sunday to check.
Hi there. It does come with straps that loop through the 4 d-rings around the bag. For me though I don't want it on the bike permanently. To attach with the straps on the cb500x you have to remove the plastic fairing. In the vid I did miss the straps out.
@@andrewstewart106 I understand. For me I might not have a choice. Thanks for your reply.
It's a pretty good bag, maybe a little too small and the strapping system was very poorly thought out. Besides that though it's served me well.
Yes absolutely terrifying them buckles full lock right turn middle of Barcelona fully loaded two up - your on the deck - I cut mine off
Can you not route the security strap over and under the Handlebar Clamp (Black with the Honda Logo and 4 Bolts) alternatively around your Sat Nav Bracket/Tube..... (Doesn't have to go around the Headstock) Hope that helps mate
Cheers for the comment. Since the video I've done exactly that.
how I did it with this bag is at 6.37 mins in this video:
th-cam.com/video/iuUwMi7LgBg/w-d-xo.html
Hi, can the bag sit a bit further up the tank, might have the wrong impression but seems the front end of bag sits off the tank a bit...cheers from TheCampingBiker. I’ve also subbed mate👍🏻
Thanks for the sub, love your vids.
No, it has to sit there or it starts to block the display. It looks weird but also feels right somehow. When filling up with fuel just lift a magnet and it stays out the way. It’s a great small bag. The magnets hold fine for day to day use, I just use a Velcro strap around the handle and attach it around the handlebar clamp for extra security.
@@andrewstewart106 thanks Andrew, appreciate the quick reply. I’m looking for something small and it seems to fit the bill 👍🏻
the real question is, after 3 years, does it scratches the tank? the bottom seams quite harsh.
No the tank is fine, even after a couple of tumbles on the trail which caused the bag to slide and detach from the tank, no marks what so ever.
@@andrewstewart106 thank you 😀👍
Hi there, can you tell me where you got the handlebar mount from, I have searched the Internet but can't find one like that.
Thanks
Gordon
hi there you have a dash conect to sat nav? can i ask what is that called and where did you get that from?? i really need one hahaha
Where do you got the cellphone bar? I need one like that. link please!
Hi, I am enjoYing my CB500x. Thanks for this video. Got a query. What is the phone holder or GPS holder you got on your bike at 1.27 in the video. Am trying to find a gPs holder but couldn't find one for models earlier than 2016. Would appreciate your reply. Thanks . Robert
Hi Robert. The mount came with one of Givi's universal phone/satnav cases. The bar it's attached to in the video didn't really work and flopped around on bumps. I wanted the sat nav mounted centrally and securely, I use a car sat nav or Google maps on my phone. I researched quite a bit a couple of years ago and found that the best universal solution for both a phone or sat nav was Givi's smart mount kit. It's expensive but well worth it.
th-cam.com/video/iuUwMi7LgBg/w-d-xo.html
They have a few mounting kits for the bracket depending on the bike. Double check the one you need for your year of cb500x.
If you're on a pre 2016 model then the mount and kit mentioned in the video are what's needed.
The universal mount with mounting kit number 2.
Thanks so much Andrew. Really appreciated. I ride a 2015 CB500x
Did you manage to find another way to mount the tank bag to avoid the buckle interfering when doing a full lock turn?
Also, I'd recommend the windshield accessory bar for your phone/satnav - it prevents you from taking your eyes off the road and is more comfortable. You can get it for like £15-25 quid on eBay or Amazon (it's a generic part).
I just used a Velcro tie strap and cut the attached strap off.
Hi, what brand is that gps holder/bar. Cheers
The bar piece was an eBay find, and the bracket on the bar came with a Givi phone holder
@@andrewstewart106 Cheers, appreciate it👍
Is the plastic for mobile portion touch sensitive ?
Hi, yes I can touch and use the screen through the clear pouch cover.
That looks like a neat bag. Do you know if that can be purchased in the US?
Thanks for the comment. This was the first US site I found that sells it. www.revzilla.com/search?query=Givi+ea106b
They can be bought on Amazon, but they ship from China. Be sure to check out my post before you decide, if you haven't already.
crossbar mount why the hell did i forget that hahaha
Haha no worries. After this video I upgraded to the Givi S901 smartmount. A bit pricey but a fantastic bit of kit
Can rain coat put into it?
Hi. Yes it comes with a rain cover, and it can be crunched up into the bag. It will use round about 1/3 of the internal capacity.
I was hoping to see an example of how to use the 4 straps. They include 4 narrow straps (2 with loops, 2 without) with no attachment points other than the loops on the bag. There are no instructions or directions for options. It's like "here it is, figure it out." That's BS on the part of the manufacturer. If you have a plastic tank, or don't trust the magnets, you have some guess work ahead of you. I'm thinking that they're getting mine back for a refund.
I did have a look at the straps but ended up not using them due to no obvious place to attach and remove from the bike quickly. Ended up removing the loops from the bag too, whenever I was on a rough road they'd rattle around on the tank. I did the nc500 and the magnet, with strap at front, was great. Only time the bag has come off has been when the bikes been over, either at dunnet head or on a trail.
@@andrewstewart106 I appreciate your input and response. Thanks.
What bike are you trying to use it on? It was great on my XR650L with the stock tank but a cluster fuck with the plastic tank
@@micahgregory292 I used it on a (stock) dr650 tank. My sheepskin seat cover prevented the magnets from working. I ended up using 2 of the 4 supplied straps to secure it to the frame, then clipped the front strap around the frame, near the triple tree. I guess you get what you pay for.
Hello, can you try, if is possible insert phone 9x17,5 cm? Thank you in advance.
th-cam.com/video/XTzJ7LYy5PM/w-d-xo.html
I will reply myself also, because I have it at home finally.
I am able insert paper in size 91x131 mm.
Obviously does not fit ffs
On a 13-16 model CB500x? I used it for 2 years. For tours and trails.
If you need to carry luggage on a bike, just buy a car.
If you know of any products or mods that enables you to tow a small car with a bike please let me know. The additional storage space would be useful 👍😂