Containers, bags?

[Glaucus]

Wondering what the easiest way is to secure a helmet and jacket to a bike when out? Is there any special helmet bags/boxes?

Also is there any rucksacks that are designed to take a helmet plus a few other items?

 

[MADMAN69UK]

I have a Givi top box that can hold 2 helmets.

For a simple solution you can strap it to the back seat with one of those cargo nets

 

[m4rkw7]

Top box and panniers maybe?

 

[Glaucus]

Top box sounds the way. But at the rack costs £80 for the xj900. Then you can buy the box for just £30, seems the wrong way round to me.

 

[Barry Smalley]

Ebay mate. There's loads of stuff on there. A Knox Six pack rucksack can take a helmet.

 

[Glaucus]

Ebay mate. There's loads of stuff on there. A Knox Six pack rucksack can take a helmet.

Thanks that rucksack looks ideal.

I can't even find cheap rack on eBay. Lots of cheap top boxes. But need a way to fit them on.

 

[Barry Smalley]

Just had a look when you put up your last post and I'm surprised I can't see a thing!

I have one of those rucksacks for when I ride a sportsbike - its nice and comfy on the bike and quite spacious. I'm not sure whether the helmet will fit inside the bag, but there is a specially designed mesh to hold it externally.

 

[Glaucus]

. I'm not sure whether the helmet will fit inside the bag, but there is a specially designed mesh to hold it externally.

is it held in place well? Or when walking will it keep smacking into you?

 

[Barry Smalley]

There are drawstrings that you pull which hold it all in place, although you are best having both straps over your shoulders or it will swing about a bit. I think I've only carried a helmet in mine once.
Top box is the best idea, but as you've found its not a cheap solution.

See pic below, for how its done:

 

[MADMAN69UK]

Thought I'd have a look at the Knox rucksack and maybe get one for myself. Looks like the helmet carrying feature isn't for use whilst riding though

"NB the helmet-carrying feature is not designed for use while riding" - From the description on THIS item.

Unless I'm looking for the wrong item of course

Edit: Found the same quote on THIS page too.

 

[gillywibble]

I have a Givi top box that can hold 2 helmets.

So have I. Out of sight, out of mind. It may seem expensive but they are very sturdy (particularly with the rack) and obviously great for carrying other luggage.

 

[bloodiedathame]

So have I. Out of sight, out of mind. It may seem expensive but they are very sturdy (particularly with the rack) and obviously great for carrying other luggage.

The box makes a good crash bung too.

 

[englishpremier]

Does your bike not have lockable helmet hooks?

I've never seen a bike without them

 

[m4rkw7]

Does your bike not have lockable helmet hooks?

I've never seen a bike without them

lockable what..?

 

[Glaucus]

I doubt it has lockable hook thingys. But I'll have a look. Only has one key and it's old.

Don't mind that the bag can't be used when riding. It's more for securing helmet when going shopping, or popping down the pub or whatever.

Top box, I'm taking it you have to have the rack as well?

Anyone know any good part finder breakers yard websites for bikes. Maybe could get a rack off one of them.

 

[gillywibble]

Top box, I'm taking it you have to have the rack as well?

You can get sports boxes which don't need racks, but you won't get a helmet in them and they're quite flimsy.

 

[Sagalout]

It will almost certainly have helmet hooks. Lift seat with key, put helmet strap into hook, replace seat.

Only downside is that its not weather proof obviously, but that what I use when parked up in town etc

 

[PlacidCasual]

http://www.pacsafe.com/www/index.php?_room=3&_action=detail&id=27

I've used other pacsafe products and reckon their pretty good.

 

[englishpremier]

Usually you can use the helmets hooks on the bike and still keep your helmet the right way up to avoid it getting wet in bad weather.

What bike do you have?

 

[Glaucus]

Xj900 94 or before. First registered in uk in 94 not sure true age.