So, are you looking for a way to add storage to your bike, without having to bolt on a luggage rack making your lil ninja look like a Griswold Family Truckster? I just so happen to run across the ‘FastPack’ by The Cycle Guys that might be the solution. The FastPack Straps onto your rear seat, and expands accordion style, when you need storage. In addition, when not in use it works as a padded seat cover for your rear seat… So when it’s time for a passenger, less ironbutt is required.

This is actually a really neat solution for anyone looking to add storage, but not need to worry about tank bags — and don’t wanna loose the looks of the new 08′ Ninja styling..

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FastPack, exclusively from The Cycle Guys Inc, is a tail bag that fits over your rear seat. When expanded, it provides lots of useful storage space, about the size of a tankbag. When collapsed and zipped up, FastPack turns into a custom, padded seat cover with a carbon-fiber look. FastPack is attached or removed in minutes, but never has to be removed from your bike. When not needed, simply zip it up and it becomes a stylish padded seat cover. FastPack is Patent Pending, proudly Made in the U.S.A. Features a quality YKK waterproof zipper and weather-resistant heavy-duty canvas and vinyl construction. FastPack comes in 3 sizes to fit many bikes

Price: $72.95
Part Number: “Size 3″
USA URL: The Cycle Guys
Canada URL: XperTech Sportbike Accessories

Last night I saw a kid pull up to the local watering hole with your a-typical Jixxer (What is around here pretty much standard issue… You see so many I wouldn’t be surprised if you get one free at Walmart for ever 100lbs of Government cheese you buy) But - What impressed me was the Joe Rocket magnetic tank bag that he had on the bike.

I have been looking for a decent magnetic bag for a while now, and they all seem to either be so small that all you can fit in it is your wallet and cell phone.. Or so large that they look like they were designed for people trafficing… The Joe Rocket Manta Bag seems to do a good job of finding the happy medium between the two.

Coming in four colors (Blue, red, Black, Silver) and for right about $50 at most online stores I have found (Cycleworld, Kneedraggers, etc…) This is a cheap and easy upgrade to give you extra storage when you need it… (And It bonuses as a tank whistle muffler as well! )

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Ventura has released a plethora of options for Luggage Racks and Bike packs for the Ninja 250R. If you find yourself commuting, traveling, or using your bike for daily errands, dealing with a backpack, riding gear, helmet, etc. etc. can become a real pain the arse.

Simple bolt on construction should make it super easy to install for most shade tree mechanics. And, with swappable configurations it allows you to use this kit both with, and without a passenger.

Overall it looks like a really nice piece. Just note, if you have an aftermarket fender eliminator, you might need to verify fitment because there is a support bar that goes across the back.

The Full Kit comes in 2 configurations:

The Tour Kit: Includes L-Brackets, Sport Rack, Pack Rack, and Aero Spada VII Pack. (~$375)
The Sports Kit: Includes L-Brackets, Sport Rack, Grab Handle, and a Sport Pack II. (~$245)

Manufacture: Ventura
Price: ~$250 - $375

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