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Old Jul 28, 2019 | 12:38 AM
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Default 2018 Heritage Softail saddlebag latch problem

Hoping someone can help me fix an annoying issue I’m having with the latch on my saddlebag. When I push the button on top of the bag to release the lid and get into the bag, the small button inside the bag compresses and the bag opens, but stays stuck in the open position and latch housing prevents the bag from latching shut. I’ve been having to tap the latch repeatedly to get the little button to release so I can successfully close and latch the lid completely. Anyone else have this problem? How did you fix it? I tried greasing the interior button but it doesn’t help. Thanks!
 
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Old Jul 28, 2019 | 04:57 AM
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Is your 2 year warranty still in effect? Take it to a dealer.
 
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Old Jul 28, 2019 | 05:30 PM
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Steve Sportster, I did that today. They replaced it. They said that it's been happening on a bunch of Heritage bags (2018 and newer)
 
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