General Harley Davidson Chat Forum to discuss general Harley Davidson issues, topics, and experiences.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Advice would be appreciated

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 7, 2014 | 03:33 PM
  #11  
AnotherBlackSG's Avatar
AnotherBlackSG
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 2,979
Likes: 57
From: PA
Default

Originally Posted by perrypogue

Most of the bikes I see seem to be in perfect condition. I expect most are just never damaged...maybe they're repaired.
How close are you looking? From 10' away, my SG looks pristine. But get right up on it and you'll see some scratches & scuffs from various & assorted activities. The first scratch kind of bothered me, but a buddy of mine said: If you're gonna ride it, it's gonna get scratched. So, unless you have a show bike or never take it out of the garage, it's gonna happen.

That being said, I'd probably go with the back seat/bungee cord option in your case.
 
Old Jul 7, 2014 | 04:20 PM
  #12  
Jonesee's Avatar
Jonesee
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,945
Likes: 85
From: Florida
Default

I'm on the highway a lot.

-- Removable sissy bar to put on and stick your t-bags on.
-- Removable saddlebags over the seat and sissy bar brace not under. It wo't touch the paint. I strap the bags to the shocks away from the drivetrain and frame.
-- Soft rubber drawer liner in black. Get it by the roll at Walmart. They use the same stuff in tool boxes. Cut it to fit and put it over any paint that will get rubbed.
-- Same rubber matting over my tank to sit a tank bag on.

I can strip everyhting off in less than 2 mnutes and put it back on in 5 minutes including saddlebags and luggage.

No marks on my bike...
 
Old Jul 7, 2014 | 05:39 PM
  #13  
keith_stepp's Avatar
keith_stepp
Banned
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 20,823
Likes: 1,506
From: Nowhere
Default

Originally Posted by perrypogue
I could just get used to it and continue to strap **** on...or I could spend probably $500 and try to not repeat.
You will fail.

So, what to do? I'm just not a 'bagger' ...I see the multitudes but I don't want to be a 'bagger'.
The answer is: Get a second bike with luggage. It won't take long to make a believer out of you.
 
Old Jul 7, 2014 | 06:35 PM
  #14  
sunderhill's Avatar
sunderhill
Road Master
Veteran: Navy
Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 1,110
Likes: 203
From: Fischer, Texas
Default

Don't worry about the scratches.......adds character
 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
irish44
Road Trips
29
Jun 12, 2019 01:22 AM
JjeezTheMediocre
Road Trips
5
Apr 10, 2018 09:57 AM
sdeck86
Road Trips
21
Mar 4, 2014 05:14 AM
Brunster11
Sportster Models
6
Feb 11, 2012 09:28 AM
SgtThump
Dyna Glide Models
53
Apr 18, 2008 03:22 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:08 AM.

story-0
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Becomes a Dark, Decepticon-Inspired Custom

Slideshow: Killer Custom's latest build relies on styling changes rather than performance upgrades, giving the cruiser an entirely different personality.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 18:28:05


VIEW MORE
story-1
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public

Slideshow: From military-inspired singles to scooters and three-wheel utility vehicles, these Harleys took the company far outside its comfort zone.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-02 18:34:10


VIEW MORE
story-2
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson built its reputation on nostalgia, but every so often, the company took a hard left turn into the future.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-20 11:18:19


VIEW MORE
story-3
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles

Slideshow: The bar-and-shield logo shows up on far more than motorcycles, some of the company's most unexpected products have nothing to do with riding.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 16:50:35


VIEW MORE
story-4
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: Not every Harley gets it right, but these are the ones that genuinely earned their reputation.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-15 14:23:21


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: From the troubled AMF years to modern misfires, these bikes earned reputations for reliability issues, questionable engineering, or disappointing performance.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-01 20:01:09


VIEW MORE
story-6
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In

Slideshow: Killer Custom's "Jail Breaker" build focuses more on stance and visual aggression than mechanical overhaul.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-18 19:20:32


VIEW MORE
story-7
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?

Slideshow: The Swiss custom shop has taken a Harley Softail and stretched it into something so long and low that it looks closer to a rolling sculpture than a conventional motorcycle.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-07 16:15:30


VIEW MORE
story-8
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson's new RMCR concept revives the café racer formula with modern hardware-and it may be exactly the reset the company needs.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-04 12:23:37


VIEW MORE
story-9
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II

Slideshow: A standard cruiser becomes an intricate metal canvas in the hands of a Swiss custom house known for pushing Harley-Davidson platforms far beyond their factory brief.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-02-24 18:19:44


VIEW MORE