Saddlebags
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10-09-2014, 07:48 PM
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Saddlebags
Ok so I have a 14 883 superlow and am looking at getting some saddlebags as I do not like to wear a backpack while I ride. I reall like Harley's hard saddlebags but can't stomach the almost 2 grand they cost. I am looking to get something similar to those. Don't like the look of the leather bags with the buckles as it is not my style. I guess the question here is where can I find some decent priced bags.
#3
10-09-2014, 09:13 PM
Cruiser
#4
10-09-2014, 09:14 PM
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Leatherlyke
Hard, lockable. You can get them plain, without studs and conchos. I'm not sure why the fitment only goes from 2004-2010, unless they haven't up-dated their web site. I can't think of anything that changed on the frame/fender struts in 2011.
Try to see a set in person. Some people don't care for the fake, molded-plastic leather. My Uncle has a set and loves 'em. I prefer real leather and buckles, but sometimes solid and lockable sounds appealing.
Hard, lockable. You can get them plain, without studs and conchos. I'm not sure why the fitment only goes from 2004-2010, unless they haven't up-dated their web site. I can't think of anything that changed on the frame/fender struts in 2011.
Try to see a set in person. Some people don't care for the fake, molded-plastic leather. My Uncle has a set and loves 'em. I prefer real leather and buckles, but sometimes solid and lockable sounds appealing.
Last edited by HarleyScuba; 10-09-2014 at 09:19 PM.
#6
10-09-2014, 09:59 PM
Road Master
Ok so I have a 14 883 superlow and am looking at getting some saddlebags as I do not like to wear a backpack while I ride. I reall like Harley's hard saddlebags but can't stomach the almost 2 grand they cost. I am looking to get something similar to those. Don't like the look of the leather bags with the buckles as it is not my style. I guess the question here is where can I find some decent priced bags.
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10-10-2014, 06:17 AM
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#8
10-10-2014, 07:04 AM
Tourer
#9
10-10-2014, 08:31 AM
Road Master
When I wanted bags, I found a used pair for $200, got some Easy Brackets to make them quick detachable. I had to use the turn signal relocation kit from HD though (about $100 I think).
What I didn't like with that setup is that they stick out a bit with the brackets.
Being an avid browser of used gear, awhile ago I found a pair of HD locking hard bags locally for $230. A few nicks and scratches, but man, they are nice bags. They are not quick detach, but that's fine for me.
What I didn't like with that setup is that they stick out a bit with the brackets.
Being an avid browser of used gear, awhile ago I found a pair of HD locking hard bags locally for $230. A few nicks and scratches, but man, they are nice bags. They are not quick detach, but that's fine for me.
#10
10-10-2014, 01:20 PM
Elite HDF Member
Auxiliary brackets mounted to the side plates of a detachable sissy bar or solo rack would give you the option to ride with sissy bar, saddlebags or both. This guy was selling this rack system out of Europe, but Harley's sissy bar side plates would work as well. You could add a luggage rack to the back of the sissy bar/saddle bag arrangement and have some serious hauling capacity:
Last edited by HarleyScuba; 10-10-2014 at 01:22 PM. Reason: nunya