Looking to wrap my Sporty

[GeorgeLowe]

Hey everyone,

I'm considering giving my Sportster 883 a sleek matte black appearance by using a wrapping technique. However, I'm starting to have doubts about the process. I've been using this Viking's magnetic tank bag "https://www.vikingbags.com/survival-series-motorcycle-tank-bags.htm" without any issues regarding the magnets, so I'm concerned about how the wrap might impact the stickiness of the tank bag with the tank. Moreover, I'm worried about possible harm to the original paint if I decide to remove the wrap later on.
I would greatly appreciate your insights on this topic.

 

[nichvincent]

Hey everyone,

I'm considering giving my Sportster 883 a sleek matte black appearance by using a wrapping technique. However, I'm starting to have doubts about the process. I've been using this Viking's magnetic tank bag "https://www.vikingbags.com/survival-series-motorcycle-tank-bags.htm" without any issues regarding the magnets, so I'm concerned about how the wrap might impact the rocket bot royale stickiness of the tank bag with the tank. Moreover, I'm worried about possible harm to the original paint if I decide to remove the wrap later on.
I would greatly appreciate your insights on this topic.

I have never used the using a wrapping technique, however, I see a few people using it. I think it won't be a big deal

 

[GeorgeLowe]

So, I followed my gut and went ahead with wrapping my bike to give it a fresh look. But you know what? The worry I had in the back of my mind actually came true. My Viking's Magnetics tank bag "https://www.vikingbags.com/viking-survival-series-motorcycle-tank-bag" that sticks with magnets isn't holding onto the tank as securely as it used to. It's not staying in place like before, which is a real concern, especially at high speeds. That's definitely not what I wanted when I made the changes to my bike.

Naturally, I'm now on the search for a new tank bag, one that doesn't depend on magnets to stay put. Since my old bag was from Viking Bags, I thought I'd see what they have this time. And guess what? I found this tank bag"https://www.vikingbags.com/viking-bonafide-black-motorcycle-cafe-racer-tank-bag/" that doesn't use magnets. And the best part is, it's really affordable.

I'm really curious to know what you all. Has anyone given this specific bag a try? If you have any insights or opinions, I'd love to hear them. Thanks a bunch in advance!

 

[Jeff Klarich]

Never used a tank bag but what you posted looks like it will work well for you and the price looks affordable.

 

[gator508]

I have never used a bag but my concern would be the tank finish being chaffed by vibration of the straps while you ride.