detachable bags
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I have been watching the posts and have more questions. I want detachable bags on my 06 Bob. What do you recommend for a clean look, simple installation and not a piece of s#%*. I also like the112BOPS but am unsure if they are big enough for some clothes, gear and junk for a weekend ride. Also don't know if I'd have to get directionals moved. Shark [sm=crossbonesgif.gif]
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RE: detachable bags
The directionals relo is pretty much a given. You might consider concentrating on getting that done first, allowing additional time to choose some bags. Once you decide on a pair, you can slap them right on rather than have to deal with the lights issue first.
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RE: detachable bags
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Any sugestions on who makes a good bracket. I don't want perm and I don't want throw over either.
Any sugestions on who makes a good bracket. I don't want perm and I don't want throw over either.
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RE: detachable bags
Use a slant bag and you wont have to move the directionals ..Look in JP cycles as they have a good selection of slants ..Most bags can be modified well enough to use detachable hardware ..JP cycles carries those too.
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RE: detachable bags
The leatherworks throwover bags do not need light relocation, and are a perfect fit. For a Bobber you would have to buy their hardware " Easy Bracket mounting system" . The problem is if you want a detachable sissy bar you will not be able to use this mounting system. If you are not going to use a sissy bar and keep your solo seat this should work. The leatherwoks 112bop's come both ways, throwover and detachable. They hold quite a bit. I went to the grocery store the other day and carried home a 5 pound bag of potatos a head of lettice and some fruit and still had room for my water and cell phone, all in one bag. They measure 12"x14"x7" They fit pretty close to the exaust when the bike is sitting but it has have never caused any problems. I have a 2004 Superglide not a Bob so you would have to check with leatherworks to be sure about your bike, check out their web sit it should have all the info you need. Always good to do lots of homework first as these bags alone are $397.00 <www.leatherworksinc.com>
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How's the quality of the leatherworks bag. I had looked at their adds and sites but couldn't see how they were constructed. I also need to find someone who has installed their brackets and would like to get feed back. Mako
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RE: detachable bags
I just ordered Leatherworks 112BOs, and a set of Easy Brackets. I already have the relatively new integrated turn signal / laydown license plate bracket. The brackets will be here on Monday. At that point, I'm going to relocate the lights and install brackets at the same time.
Mine is '06 Super Glide Custom.
Mine is '06 Super Glide Custom.
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RE: detachable bags
I bought the HD taillight relocation and laydown plate kit and it took me about 2 hours to put it on. A little trial and error, for instance the wiring harness for the blinkers had to be cut and then removal of the sheathing so it would fit inside the turn signal bar, but a liitle soldering and shrinkwrap later looks great. 
So far I beleve the easy brackets will be my choice, since they have a kit for detachable sissy bars. Once I get the brackets it will give me a variety of choices. Plus I have to account for my new pipes...
So everything can be removed... take it offf...... [sm=badbadbad.gif]
Laydown taillight relocation kit.
HD # 60215-06
$79.95 plus uncle Sams piece.
So far I beleve the easy brackets will be my choice, since they have a kit for detachable sissy bars. Once I get the brackets it will give me a variety of choices. Plus I have to account for my new pipes... So everything can be removed... take it offf...... [sm=badbadbad.gif]
Laydown taillight relocation kit.
HD # 60215-06
$79.95 plus uncle Sams piece.
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RE: detachable bags
I bought the harley detachable set I know they are really expensive but they fit great come off super easy and seem to be of
a good quality. so if you can swing it that is what i would do.
nick
06 bob
a good quality. so if you can swing it that is what i would do.
nick
06 bob