Mounting FLSTC Saddlebag to Swingarm
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Mounting FLSTC Saddlebag to Swingarm
I've seen a couple of Chops and custom builds using the swingarm to mount one Heritage Softail OEM Saddlebag on the drive side of the bike. I really like the look and functionally, it will work with all the other stuff i have in the works for the *** half of my bike this winter.
Obviously, this is not a direct fit operation, so I was looking to get some ideas from you guys as to the plausibility of all this. My thought is to mount a plate to the swingarm and run longer bolts through the belt guard and other bolts already in existence down there, in addition to maybe one or two u-bolts plated on both sides of the saddlebag. Some holes would have to be drilled into the saddlebags as well.
Looking for other ideas, or improvements to my concept. I understand their are other options that are much easier such as a traditional solo bag or what have you. I'm not looking for opinions on the look, I'm after thoughts or tips on making this possible and safe.
Obviously, this is not a direct fit operation, so I was looking to get some ideas from you guys as to the plausibility of all this. My thought is to mount a plate to the swingarm and run longer bolts through the belt guard and other bolts already in existence down there, in addition to maybe one or two u-bolts plated on both sides of the saddlebag. Some holes would have to be drilled into the saddlebags as well.
Looking for other ideas, or improvements to my concept. I understand their are other options that are much easier such as a traditional solo bag or what have you. I'm not looking for opinions on the look, I'm after thoughts or tips on making this possible and safe.
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