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Old Oct 12, 2021 | 09:09 AM
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I'm interested in using Pelican top load cases as saddlebags. What mounting options are out there? I'm not a fan of the Big Al frame. Any kits offered or any DIY ideas? This is for a 2021 FXBBS.

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Old Oct 12, 2021 | 09:13 AM
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Can't you just tell the Pelicans to hang on?
 
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Can't you just tell the Pelicans to hang on?
This 114 is just too much for them to handle.
 
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You are in Texas and expect them to be cool enough???
 
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Was poking around and found this thread, I'm not a fan of the look, JMO.

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/dyna-...addlebags.html

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Originally Posted by RK_Classic
Was poking around and found this thread, I'm not a fan of the look, JMO.

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/dyna-...addlebags.html

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Thanks, yeah that's the Big Al's mounts. Not a fan of the permanent cage.
 
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What about Easy Brackets? They don't leave anything behind except a couple small mounting posts.
 
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What about Easy Brackets? They don't leave anything behind except a couple small mounting posts.
That's exactly what I'm looking for. I'm not seeing any for 2018+ softails with 7" distance between mounting holes. I emailed them and hopefully they offer something that will fit. Much thanks. 👊
 
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Originally Posted by Crispy
I'm interested in using Pelican top load cases as saddlebags. What mounting options are out there? I'm not a fan of the Big Al frame. Any kits offered or any DIY ideas? This is for a 2021 FXBBS.

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OP - I'm curious as why you want those instead of HD hard bags. . Just asking is all.
 
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OP - I'm curious as why you want those instead of HD hard bags. . Just asking is all.
Which HD hard bags are you referring to?
 
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