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Old May 19, 2014 | 07:43 AM
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Don't know how many of you guys have this 'problem' but it when I go out for a ride, I would rather not have a lot of stuff in my pockets (wallet, cell phone, glasses, etc) so I throw all of it in one of my saddlebags.

The problem is fishing is all out when I get to the destination; can't really see in there and frankly its kind of a pain. I friend suggested getting a windshield bag where I can more easily put and retrieve stuff. It sounds practical, but just wondering how you folks think about windshield bags. Do they really work as intended?

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Old May 19, 2014 | 07:59 AM
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Sounds like it would fill your needs just fine. I have a tail bag with a small pouch on each side and I use them just about every time I ride
 

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Old May 19, 2014 | 08:04 AM
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The was one of the first things I added to my Fatboy when I got it. It's where I have my garage door opener Velcroed in, and where I carry an eyeglass case for holding my glasses while riding.
 
Old May 19, 2014 | 08:15 AM
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If you have a windshield why not have a bag? I put my wallet, IPHONE, bike key and ear plug case in it. I personally hate having stuff in my pockets. Very practical addition..
 
Old May 19, 2014 | 08:20 AM
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Windshield bags are very handy. I store my garage door opener, cell phone, e-cig, glasses, etc.
 
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Thanks guys....done.

One other question: its mounted low enough on the windshield not to interfere with visibility? I have seen some photos where it seemed kind of high up...like on the cross brace.
 
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The one I have is mounted to the cross brace of the windshield on my Heritage. It doesn't interfere with my vision at all.
 
Old May 19, 2014 | 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by ddrumman2004
The one I have is mounted to the cross brace of the windshield on my Heritage. It doesn't interfere with my vision at all.
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I have a windshield bag and use it for my wallet, cell phone, sunglasses. Like it a lot.
 
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Old May 19, 2014 | 09:12 AM
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Ah..cool...Thanks. Heritage here as well.
 
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I also have a windshield bag, use it all the time.
 



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