Anyone who spends any sort of time whatsoever on a motorcycle will very quickly come to appreciate the value of a good, dry and sealed luggage bag. The very nature of motorcycle touring in South Africa ensures that a rider will either be exposed to dusty conditions or rain or a combination of both.

It makes sense then to ensure that you arrive with your important gear intact particularly if it comprises expensive and sensitive electronic items. Dry clothing is also an equally important imperative. Even on short day trips, a dry bag should be considered to store such essentials as your wallet, laptop, camera and your car keys (which often have car alarm devices attached).

The range of Bags Connection waterproof bags have been designed in Germany specifically for rugged motorcycle applications as they are made from superior TPU as opposed to cheaper grade PVC.

Each product has a full IP 66 rating (see below for more details) and has many biker specific features. Designed by bikers for bikers.

Drybag 620

Designed in Germany for maximum flexibility the worlds first waterproof tail saddle bag that is expandable in both width and height.

Drybag 350 & 600

The original super tough 35 L & 60 L roll bag for motorcycles now with Click it, allowing a rider to increase luggage capacity by simply clicking on other drybags in the range.

Drybag 250 & 450

A modular pack system with maximum flexibility offering significant advantages over a single bag of the same volume. The integrated Click it system allows each bag to mount directly to your bike, either independently or in conjunction with other drybags in the range (Drybag 250, 350, 450, 600 ,620).

Drybag 80

Use as a tankbag, tailbag, pannier topper or wherever you require secure storage. Easy to remove from your bike. Sling over your shoulder with supplied shoulder strap.

Storm 380  (38 Liter capacity)

A high strength 600D , 100% water and dust proof motorcycle & adventure bag with cargo net , designed for abuse.

Two outer zippered pockets.

Built in daisy chains and six aluminium rings allow for off bike use.

Multiple, hi-visibility reflective panels on all 4 sides.

Storm 190  (19 Liter capacity)

A 100% water & dust proof Dry Bag designed for enduro & trial riders.

Perfect for the tail section of your bike.

Two outer zippered pockets.

Built in daisy chains and six aluminium rings allow for off bike use.

Multiple, hi-visibility reflective panels on all 4 sides.

The IP Code (or Ingress Protection Rating) consists of the letters IP followed by two digits . The first digit refers to the protection against SOLIDS while the second digit refers to protection against LIQUIDS. All Bags Connection waterproof luggage systems fully fulfill IP 66 criteria:

• For SOLIDS (the first number) the rating of 6 (the highest possible under this classification) ensures the bags contents are protected completely from dust
• For LIQUIDS (the 2nd number) the rating of 6 ensures the bags contents are protected completely from powerful water jets.
• Powerful water jets are defined in the code as: water projected in powerful jets (12.5 mm nozzle) against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.

• Excellent abrasion resistance
• Outstanding low-temperature performance
• Excellent mechanical properties, combined with a rubber-like elasticity
• High shear strength
• High elasticity
• Good oil and grease resistance
• More environmentally friendly than PVC

Because of the combination of chemical resistance, toughness, abrasion and low temperature flexibility, design engineers and processors choose TPUs for their applications in severe or harsh environments such as outdoor military equipment. Strong enough for the military and adventure bike touring.

The abrasion resistance of a material is determined by measuring the weight loss of a specimen in a standardized wear test. Comparative test results clearly show the superior abrasion resistance of TPU when compared to other materials, such as PVC. TPUs outperform any other thermoplastic material available today

The strength and toughness of TPUs (Thermoplastic polyurethane ) result in extremely high puncture and tear resistance. TPUs offer a long-term protection in the most demanding applications.

PVC is dangerous when it’s manufactured and when it burns. Large amounts of chlorine (66 percent of the world’s chlorine supply) are required to manufacture PVC, with dioxin produced as a bi-product. There is currently no successful method of recycling PVC, a known carcinogen since 1966.