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Old Jun 27, 2018 | 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by 05UltraBob
https://www.vikingbags.com/viking-ba...-organizer-kit

Try this one. Looks just like the Harley one.
That looks exactly like my HD cover. Youd be surprised at how nice it is to have those storage pockets right there at the wifes finger tips and what you end up putting in them.
 
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Old Jun 27, 2018 | 10:20 PM
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Originally Posted by show-n-go
I have searched online and only found 2-3 pretty expensive options. I am looking for something that either attaches to or slides over the rider backrest that has a storage pocket on the back large enough to hold a phone. I found the HD option for $100, and one or two aftermarket options that are $50 plus.
Do any of you have something that works that isn't so expensive? or have you spent the money for the HD one and feel it is worth every penny?
My wife will take maybe 3 trips a year with me so I am having a hard time dropping $100.
I need to order something this week we are leaving on July 13th and I want it for that trip.
So you have no problem and can justify spending at least $20k for a scooter you really could have lived with out but 100 bucks for an accessory hurts ?? Do the math if she uses it 10 times. Aw come on man let her be happy !!!!
 

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Old Jun 27, 2018 | 10:34 PM
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Two saddlebags and a trunk should be more then you will ever need.
 
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Old Jun 28, 2018 | 04:27 AM
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Military surplus bags are always a great choice.
 
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Old Jun 28, 2018 | 04:02 PM
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i use the harley one also, the boss has never removed it and used as a purse but she gets all her “needed items” in there.🤪happy wife happy road trip, spend the $$$$ dont cheap out on this one.
 

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Old Jun 29, 2018 | 12:51 PM
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I have this. Saddlemen. Keeps it's shape and stays put.
 

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Old Jun 29, 2018 | 04:07 PM
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Wow, Harley's price is $109.95 for the same looking Rider Backrest Organizer.
 
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Old Jun 30, 2018 | 07:53 AM
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+1 on this bag. I have it on my RK rack. Perfect size. Main compartment holds a lot, and the sides expand if you need more room. Side compartments too.


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I have this. Saddlemen. Keeps it's shape and stays put.
 
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Originally Posted by MikeBel
+1 on this bag. I have it on my RK rack. Perfect size. Main compartment holds a lot, and the sides expand if you need more room. Side compartments too.
The OP isn’t looking for a touring type bag of any kind. He’s looking for a small bag that attaches to the rider’s backrest, not the passenger’s.
 
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