Bags

steelhorse 1971 · #1 05-19-2008, 02:56 PM

What are you guys with customs ect using for bags?I dont want to add a luggage rack but need a little storage for trips to hold my jacket ect.

bgismo20 · #2 05-19-2008, 03:17 PM

Mybags come off w/ 4 bolts, the luggage rack replaces my passenger Pillon, that comes off w/ 1 screw, this time of year in MI ya need the bags because its 40 when ya go to work & 75 when you get off.

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Jerseytwin · #3 05-19-2008, 03:24 PM

I'm using Ironbags "Iron Thunder" model....you can't beat the craftsmanship.
http://www.ironbags.com/index.html

mikef · #4 05-19-2008, 04:12 PM

I have the HD bags for my fatboy. I have the barebacks and they work great.

I also have a luggage rack that is mounted to the quick change sissy bar.

Everything is quick change..... I dont like the look of the bike with it all on. I can take it off when I ride solo and put it all back on when my wife rides with me. Here is a pic with the bags on and a pic in my signature with them off.

Softail in 2007 · #5 05-19-2008, 04:40 PM

Ironbags all the way!! I got them with all the bells and whistle's thickest leather I have seen!!
These are the Freedom Bag, you can go to their web site and see pictures of all kinds of bags on all kinds of bikes!

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bubiker · #6 05-19-2008, 05:41 PM

I'd go with one of these for your small stuff like shades, garage opener, cell, etc.
Just use a bungy cord or cargo net for your jacket. It's about $7 from the dealer for the net.
You could always ask a riding buddy with bags to carry you jacket for you ... catch myself doing that once in a while

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Although living in SoCal one rarely has too ...

The bag is a chopper bag by Leatherworks, Inc. (http://www.leatherworksinc.com/312%20Chopper%20BAg.php)
It's the 312 model and it laces to the swing arm with two upper and two lower leather 1/2" belts.
Goes on and off in a few minutes no tools required ... perfect!

I've got mine about a year ago and am very happy with it ... just right for sunglasses cell phone garage door opener and other small stuff one carries around these days.
I think it's perfect since I don't believe in large bags and other unnecessary stuff attached to the bike ...

I got mine at the harley dealer for $110.00

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mikef · #7 05-19-2008, 06:09 PM

Ibought the HD windshield bag. It is perfect for sunglasses, cell phone, registration, keys whatever small items you want to store..... It was $ 100.00 but I know you can get a different brand for cheaper.

tk353 · #8 05-20-2008, 01:35 AM

check these out. I just ordered one for the same reason. Just need to carry the jacket or rain suite and sun screen.
Will be here this week. http://garageleathers.com/Home.html
about 15inches tall on the high side and 8 1/2 on the short side---3 1/4 deep and 10 1/4 inches across the front
Here is my tank bag. $20 camera bag with the belt strap cut and under the seat and the console.

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2002flstc · #9 05-20-2008, 01:40 AM

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ORIGINAL: Jerseytwin

I'm using Ironbags "Iron Thunder" model....you can't beat the craftsmanship.
http://www.ironbags.com/index.html

+1 ... the best bags I've seen in the aftermarket world...

I CUT 1 · #10 05-20-2008, 04:41 AM

Small set of bags, 11" by 11" by 3.5", and sorry, I don't remember the manufactor. Anyway they're not so large that they look like ass cheeks hanging off the back, you've a cruser not a bagger, so use them in emergencys only.

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