Actually, I got it because I hate the orange stripe that goes 3/4 the way around the top portion of the tank. The second reason is to protect the tank from scratches. I don't know if a magnetic tank bag will work with the cover as it is fairly thick, but looking into getting one anyway.
lol. Actually - classes are starting this week and I have been flat out trying to prepare lectures etc. Thus I must have skimmed one day...