K11 Owners Group

Dave6172

I purchased a tank bag awhile back and it is in beautiful shape but I have never used it. The base has 3 metal hooks, one on the front strap and one on each side. Am I missing something? Do these hooks just attach to the tank itself? TIA.

Inge K. · Posted: Sat Jul 30, 2016 12:11 pm Post subject:

If you have a K11 and the baseplate is marked K11/K1 you missing two hooks that should be mounted on the tank
(in the mount for the battery cover on earlier models).

Dave6172 · Posted: Sat Jul 30, 2016 12:14 pm Post subject:

What about the front mount hook on the base plate? What does it attach to?

Inge K. · Posted: Sat Jul 30, 2016 12:18 pm Post subject:

To the front welded seam on the gas tank.
You find some info in this thread.

Dave6172 · Posted: Sat Jul 30, 2016 6:45 pm Post subject:

I found the 2 side brackets at Morton's BMW in VA. As far as the front goes I'm still at somewhat of a loss. If someone who has one of these bags could respond as to what is used on their bike I would appreciate it.

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Sat Jul 30, 2016 9:09 pm Post subject:

The front hook is part of the tank bag base. The hook just slips over the front edge of the fuel tank, then the tension of the elastic straps connecting the side hooks is all that keeps it on the bike.
I could take some pics of mine tomorrow.
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Dave6172 · Posted: Sat Jul 30, 2016 9:18 pm Post subject:

I would appreciate the pictures. The front hook on mine has a leather flap under it, not sure how that part is supposed to work.

Jim · Posted: Sat Jul 30, 2016 10:37 pm Post subject:

Dave6172 · Posted: Sat Jul 30, 2016 11:10 pm Post subject:

Ah! the light comes on, thanks Jim. This tank bag must have never been on a bike as the leather flap on the base is flat as can be. BTW, LOVE the Remus exhaust, Thanks again.

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Mon Aug 01, 2016 6:30 pm Post subject:

Ok, here's some pics to help explain the setup:

This would be the front hook with the leather tucked up inside it.

Here's what it looks like with the hook connected to the front edge of the fuel tank.

Then obviously, the side hooks connected to the side clips.

Hope it helps clear it up.
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Ride safe.

1995 K1100LT 0302044
2017 FLHTK Ultra Limited
Garmin StreetPilot 2820
Garmin Zumo 550
Garmin Zumo XT
"One who does not ask questions is ashamed to learn" Danish proverb
1997 K1100LT 0302488(R.I.P.)
1997 R1100RT ZC62149(sold)

Dave6172 · Posted: Tue Aug 02, 2016 9:32 pm Post subject:

Thanks so much, A picture is in deed worth a thousand words. Heading to Quebec in about 2 weeks to tour the Gaspe . Can't wait!

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Wed Aug 03, 2016 6:47 am Post subject:

Be sure to see the Bay of Fundy if you haven't been there before.

30 some-odd years ago Cathy and I took our Honda 900F up to the Gaspe then to Nova Scotia and Cape Breton and back. Great trip.

In 2 weeks it might be pretty cool and foggy in the mornings, but you might actually see some trees start to change color. Best of luck on your trip.
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