Detachable bags...pics...help?
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 494
Likes: 0
From: SOCAL
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
I second the easybrackets. I did mine over two years ago with sattlemen drifter slants. have not had a single problem.
http://picasaweb.google.com/rob.will...84029635234066
http://picasaweb.google.com/rob.will...84029635234066
Road Captain
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 547
Likes: 2
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
ORIGINAL: rounder
those leatherpro/boss bags already come with the mounting hardware installed on the bags? By this did they set them up so that they are angled like db252 or did he do that.... personally I like a bag that is parallel to the ground so this is why I ask for my own curiosity. Also while you did not have to relocate turn signals on your bobtail fender will those with the standard fender like the op and myself need to relocate?
those leatherpro/boss bags already come with the mounting hardware installed on the bags? By this did they set them up so that they are angled like db252 or did he do that.... personally I like a bag that is parallel to the ground so this is why I ask for my own curiosity. Also while you did not have to relocate turn signals on your bobtail fender will those with the standard fender like the op and myself need to relocate?
I can see in the picture how it gives the illusion that they are angled but they are definitely not. The bottom of the bags are parallel with the ground.
The bags have mounting 'plates' attached to the bags and the hardware goes on the bike which is supplied by the company.
If your model requires your turn signals to be relocated, they sell that as well but I am unaware of the price.
There are so many choices/options/styles to go with it can be frustrating. Definitely shop around until your sure. I did.
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 1,739
Likes: 1
From:
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
ORIGINAL: db252
Yes, Leather Pros is the brother of the owner of Boss Bags so they are very similar. Cory, I'm not sure but the difference I believe, and correct me if I'm wrong, you can't lock those to the bike but you can lock the lids, correct? They also have 2 cam arms in the bag to secure them that impeded on some storage space for me. They are top notch bags though identical to the Boss Bags and you can see that in their web site similarities.
Yes, Leather Pros is the brother of the owner of Boss Bags so they are very similar. Cory, I'm not sure but the difference I believe, and correct me if I'm wrong, you can't lock those to the bike but you can lock the lids, correct? They also have 2 cam arms in the bag to secure them that impeded on some storage space for me. They are top notch bags though identical to the Boss Bags and you can see that in their web site similarities.
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 1,739
Likes: 1
From:
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
ORIGINAL: rounder
those leatherpro/boss bags already come with the mounting hardware installed on the bags? By this did they set them up so that they are angled like db252 or did he do that.... personally I like a bag that is parallel to the ground so this is why I ask for my own curiosity. Also while you did not have to relocate turn signals on your bobtail fender will those with the standard fender like the op and myself need to relocate?
those leatherpro/boss bags already come with the mounting hardware installed on the bags? By this did they set them up so that they are angled like db252 or did he do that.... personally I like a bag that is parallel to the ground so this is why I ask for my own curiosity. Also while you did not have to relocate turn signals on your bobtail fender will those with the standard fender like the op and myself need to relocate?
[IMG]local://upfiles/9202/7C5D69F29E0745058AE09F133B4409C6.jpg[/IMG]
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 3,664
Likes: 714
From: DFW
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
+2 on the Boss Bags. Very nice, EZ on and off and love the locking features. The strap is also adjustable where you can strap down a jacket if your bags are full. I believe my bags on my '97 Wide Glide can hold 31 12oz cans.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 7,562
Likes: 11
From: Palm Harbor fl.
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
ORIGINAL: db252
I can see in the picture how it gives the illusion that they are angled but they are definitely not. The bottom of the bags are parallel with the ground.
The bags have mounting 'plates' attached to the bags and the hardware goes on the bike which is supplied by the company.
If your model requires your turn signals to be relocated, they sell that as well but I am unaware of the price.
There are so many choices/options/styles to go with it can be frustrating. Definitely shop around until your sure. I did.
ORIGINAL: rounder
those leatherpro/boss bags already come with the mounting hardware installed on the bags? By this did they set them up so that they are angled like db252 or did he do that.... personally I like a bag that is parallel to the ground so this is why I ask for my own curiosity. Also while you did not have to relocate turn signals on your bobtail fender will those with the standard fender like the op and myself need to relocate?
those leatherpro/boss bags already come with the mounting hardware installed on the bags? By this did they set them up so that they are angled like db252 or did he do that.... personally I like a bag that is parallel to the ground so this is why I ask for my own curiosity. Also while you did not have to relocate turn signals on your bobtail fender will those with the standard fender like the op and myself need to relocate?
I can see in the picture how it gives the illusion that they are angled but they are definitely not. The bottom of the bags are parallel with the ground.
The bags have mounting 'plates' attached to the bags and the hardware goes on the bike which is supplied by the company.
If your model requires your turn signals to be relocated, they sell that as well but I am unaware of the price.
There are so many choices/options/styles to go with it can be frustrating. Definitely shop around until your sure. I did.
edit: took a closer look at the close up pix and I see how they are parallel to the ground.
Thread Starter
|
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,448
Likes: 0
From: Massachusetts
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
db252,
Went for a ride today & noticed that unlike your fender strut that has 2 hinges on it plus the rear turn signal, my quick-release detachable sissy-bar fender strut has only 1 hinge on it plus a hinged rear turn signal that the rear part of the sissy-bar bracket snaps into. So, I probabaly would need to chnage my fender strut then right? Look at the pic below of my current fender strut...
Went for a ride today & noticed that unlike your fender strut that has 2 hinges on it plus the rear turn signal, my quick-release detachable sissy-bar fender strut has only 1 hinge on it plus a hinged rear turn signal that the rear part of the sissy-bar bracket snaps into. So, I probabaly would need to chnage my fender strut then right? Look at the pic below of my current fender strut...
Club Member
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 10,815
Likes: 16
From: Virginia
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
If you don't want to mess with saddlebags you could always get a luggage rack like the one on my bike from Motherwells.I can fit these 2 bags on it at the same time...
Nelson Rigg 250 Deluxe bag
Sac rollbag
UnfortunatelyI don't have a pic of them both on the bike at the same time.
Nelson Rigg 250 Deluxe bag
Sac rollbag
UnfortunatelyI don't have a pic of them both on the bike at the same time.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Road Captain
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 547
Likes: 2
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
FXDC,
I see what your talking about. You would need the turn signal relocation kit which they sell as well. I don't know but I don't think you can change the fender struts if you wanted to keep the same 'styling' but someone else will have to chime in cause I don't know. Do you know??
Here is the kit from their web site:
TURN SIGNAL RELOCATION
Optional item for turn signal relocation:
Lowriders & Superglides
License plate Laydown & turn signal relocation kit
$125 This option is for all Dynas (not DWG), Softails and Sportsters without a bob tail fender. Comes preassembled. Buying it preassembled saves a lot of time on installation. Yellow lens are standard, red available on request.
$70 w/o signals (using your old turn signals). This option is only for 2001 and older models. Will require you to drill a small hole into your rear fender for routing the wires.
I see what your talking about. You would need the turn signal relocation kit which they sell as well. I don't know but I don't think you can change the fender struts if you wanted to keep the same 'styling' but someone else will have to chime in cause I don't know. Do you know??
Here is the kit from their web site:
TURN SIGNAL RELOCATION
Optional item for turn signal relocation:
Lowriders & Superglides
License plate Laydown & turn signal relocation kit
$125 This option is for all Dynas (not DWG), Softails and Sportsters without a bob tail fender. Comes preassembled. Buying it preassembled saves a lot of time on installation. Yellow lens are standard, red available on request.
$70 w/o signals (using your old turn signals). This option is only for 2001 and older models. Will require you to drill a small hole into your rear fender for routing the wires.
6th Gear
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
From:
RE: Detachable bags...pics...help?
Check out leatherlyke.com. Bags are abs plastic with a wrinkle finish that looks like leather. Quick to take off and put on, lockable, and if you want you can ice down drinks in them and they won't leak. About $540 for my StreetBOB. I will try to get you some pics.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
robanna
Dyna Glide Models
0
Oct 5, 2010 10:42 AM
