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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 07:55 AM
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I recently purchased a 2106 softail slim but i am unsure what hardware i need to attach them

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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 06:08 PM
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What saddlebags?
 
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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 06:23 PM
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I didn't even know the 2106 models were out yet! It's a bike FROM THE FUTURE!!

OK, like the poster above me asked, what saddlebags?
 
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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 09:06 PM
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needs some advice on what saddle bags on it also sorry
 
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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 09:22 PM
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Leatherpros.com, the best your money can buy.
 
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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 09:43 PM
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those are little out of my price range
 
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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 09:49 PM
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Originally Posted by wbetts1972
those are little out of my price range

I understand. I had to save for a while by working overtime to get mine. Well worth it in the long run. Have you checked ebay for some OE softail bags? I'm sure you can find something there.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2016 | 02:23 AM
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Originally Posted by wbetts1972
those are little out of my price range
The reason why I passed on the leatherpros is they are really small for the Slim because they are made to mount without moving the lights. You have to decide on what size bags you want then determine if you need to move your lights or not.
 
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Nice scoot, huge seat. My suggestion would be leather bags to throw over the fender for distant runs rather than mounting them with hardware. Grab a tool bag for the risers, you won't always need the saddlebags. Just my 2 cents.
 
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you can rock a swing arm bag on the left side, many different size bags and prices too.
I have this 90 dollar bag from j&p cycles. its small but works for me. fit a jacket and a gatorade in it. didn't have to move my lights or axle mounted plate
 
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