Saddlebag Mount Help
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/TAIL-LIGHT-P...item45ff7ec3c2 You can install this tail light with built in blinkers and loose the stock stalked blinkers. Replace the fender bolts and add 3/8" all thread, lock in place with a bolt. Remove the quick release stuff and cut the all thread so a washer and acorn nut fits to hold bags on. Use a spacer and acorn nut when not running bags. A search on this forum should provide instructions.
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cbky, Here are some photo's of my mounts. They are with others of my footboard mod. using FLD parts, if your intrested. I just added them to that folder.
I've got the bike set-up "convertable style" to accomadate any combination. One up, two up, with /without sissy bar, with/without luggage rack, and with/without saddle bags. All easily changed within 1-2 min. When I tour, I usually remove it all when I get to my destination to clean up the look while puttin' 'round the local area.
You'll notice that the lower fwd mount on the bag, and the bike are dog-legged. That is the quickest way to tell the difference between the old (like yours) and the new. What that did, was moved the bracket from behind the shock (out of sight w/ bags not installed) out into the open. Making it much easier to change the docking bushing when it wore out. And they do! I usually change or rotate them about twice a year
http://s1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb395/Harley_Tim/
Hope this helps.
Best wishes....Tim(HT)
I've got the bike set-up "convertable style" to accomadate any combination. One up, two up, with /without sissy bar, with/without luggage rack, and with/without saddle bags. All easily changed within 1-2 min. When I tour, I usually remove it all when I get to my destination to clean up the look while puttin' 'round the local area.
You'll notice that the lower fwd mount on the bag, and the bike are dog-legged. That is the quickest way to tell the difference between the old (like yours) and the new. What that did, was moved the bracket from behind the shock (out of sight w/ bags not installed) out into the open. Making it much easier to change the docking bushing when it wore out. And they do! I usually change or rotate them about twice a year
http://s1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb395/Harley_Tim/
Hope this helps.
Best wishes....Tim(HT)
Last edited by Harley Tim; Jan 13, 2012 at 12:54 PM. Reason: Added info...
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cbky, Here are some photo's of my mounts. They are with others of my footboard mod. using FLD parts, if your intrested. I just added them to that folder.
I've got the bike set-up "convertable style" to accomadate any combination. One up, two up with /without sissy bar, with/without luggage rack, and with/without saddle bags. All easily changed within 1-2 min. When I tour, I usually remove it all when I get to my destination to clean up the look while puttin' 'round the local area.
http://s1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb395/Harley_Tim/
Hope this helps.
Best wishes....Tim(HT)
I've got the bike set-up "convertable style" to accomadate any combination. One up, two up with /without sissy bar, with/without luggage rack, and with/without saddle bags. All easily changed within 1-2 min. When I tour, I usually remove it all when I get to my destination to clean up the look while puttin' 'round the local area.
http://s1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb395/Harley_Tim/
Hope this helps.
Best wishes....Tim(HT)
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Much appreciated!!!!!!!!!!!! That clears it up completely. Just left the hardware store and bought 3/8 threaded rod some nuts and other stuff. I think I can rig this up thanks to your pictures!!!
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cbky, Here are some photo's of my mounts. They are with others of my footboard mod. using FLD parts, if your intrested. I just added them to that folder.
I've got the bike set-up "convertable style" to accomadate any combination. One up, two up with /without sissy bar, with/without luggage rack, and with/without saddle bags. All easily changed within 1-2 min. When I tour, I usually remove it all when I get to my destination to clean up the look while puttin' 'round the local area.
http://s1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb395/Harley_Tim/
Hope this helps.
Best wishes....Tim(HT)
I've got the bike set-up "convertable style" to accomadate any combination. One up, two up with /without sissy bar, with/without luggage rack, and with/without saddle bags. All easily changed within 1-2 min. When I tour, I usually remove it all when I get to my destination to clean up the look while puttin' 'round the local area.
http://s1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb395/Harley_Tim/
Hope this helps.
Best wishes....Tim(HT)
Very nice setup ya got.
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correct. The inner ones are the docking point for the sissy bar/luggage rack... everything is set up w/QD. works great! Those little ***** inside the bag in the aft position are what makes them "quik detachable". By pulling out on them, and rotating them down, it moves that "L" shaped locking devise out of the way, allowing the bag to be moved back slightly, and removed.
Last edited by Harley Tim; Jan 13, 2012 at 01:23 PM.
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Anything else?....Just ask....
Best wishes....Tim(HT)
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