HD distressed leather bags installed .... detchable hardware recomendations?
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HD distressed leather bags installed .... detchable hardware recomendations?
I just installed my HD distressed leather bags ... I can see it's going to be a PIA when washing the bike with them on. I am going to have to get some detachable hardware for them. I have been looking at the barebacks, easy brackets & edge brackets ... the edge & easy brakets seem like they will make the bags stick out too far (I have the backrest docking hardware as well), so I am leaning towards the barebacks.
Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Thanks B
Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Thanks B
Road Warrior
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Will you have to do some re-wiring on those tail lights if you go the detatch route? I know when I put a detatch luggage rack on, they had to do that.
How about applying some type of waterproofing to the leather.....or.... putting a plastic bag overthem when you wash? Just an idea.
How about applying some type of waterproofing to the leather.....or.... putting a plastic bag overthem when you wash? Just an idea.
Road Captain
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I put the same bags on my 2008 Fatbob. I have a quick detach rear rack and I went with Barebacks. They make the bags stick out a little but you get used to it. They are VERY fussy about being lined up just right. You have to have them perfectly lined up to get them to work. I have adjusted mine and still do not have them just right. A real tight fit. You are right in the need to remove the bags for cleaning. Take care Mike.
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Be sure to post up some pics when you decide on which detachable brackets. I just ordered my distressed bags but was just going to bolt them on as I just wipe down my WG with a wet/damp microfiber towel. I have the same concerns about the bags sticking out the additional inch so I'll be interested in your opinion and comments when you make your choice. I also like the plastic bag idea!
Road Warrior
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I have the easy brackets along with the detachable backrest. The brackets jut out a bit (see pic). I will try to take a close up with the bags on. With the bags on, they dont stick out too much. But more notecable without the bags.
I do agree that they are a pain to put on. I think they may have bent slightly in the past as it takes a lot of time and patience to get them to slide on the brackets.
I do agree that they are a pain to put on. I think they may have bent slightly in the past as it takes a lot of time and patience to get them to slide on the brackets.
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I have the easy brackets along with the detachable backrest. The brackets jut out a bit (see pic). I will try to take a close up with the bags on. With the bags on, they dont stick out too much. But more notecable without the bags.
I do agree that they are a pain to put on. I think they may have bent slightly in the past as it takes a lot of time and patience to get them to slide on the brackets.
I do agree that they are a pain to put on. I think they may have bent slightly in the past as it takes a lot of time and patience to get them to slide on the brackets.
Thanks for posting the pic & one with the bags on would be appreciated!
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My thoughts as well, plus I don't really need the bags all the time so it's nice to have the quick detach option.