Locking bags with more capacity than the stock 2018 Heritage bags. That would be my only reason for changing them out - to get capacity closer to touring hardbags.
Otherwise, I'd wait and see if cyclevisions or someone comes out with 2018 baggertail brackets.
I don't like the '18 Softail bags and won't buy the HD set. Just 1 man's opinion:
1. Opening is too small
2. Ugly exposed lock
3. Big on the outside, small on the inside
4. Bloated appearance
Ideally bags will be useful AND look good. Makes me think of all the cool baggers people are modding these days -- that's the ideal. I feel like HD didn't get either half of the equation correct, if you can get functional OR attractive you'll be 1 step ahead.
Thanks for all the input guys. Looks like we need to have several different bags. I'm hoping we can alter our LP4000 series bags to make them fit on the Heritage and Deluxe. We have several ways we can go on that. An altered LP3200 series should fit the Fat Boy and Breakout, but we are going to need something totally new for the Slim/Street Bob/Lowrider models.
On my 18 Fat Boy, I have an newly redesigned Easy Bracket mounting system, and I did move the turn signals with the Harley kit. Not too bad to install, just a lot of wire connections, which were made easy with Posi-Lock connectors.
The bags in the picture are cheap Castle bags I had around. Will be getting others at some point, or just a swing arm bag.
Waiting for a solo or swing arm bag for the left side of my Breakout. I’ll use a backpack hanging onto the sissy bar for laptop and stuff, sitting on the pillion for more cushion and to leave what’s left of the rear fender uncluttered by a rack. Think I can do without saddlebags for my needs. Really don’t want the tail lights sticking out past the back fender.
Agree with what everyone else said. Current heritage bags could have been better designed. Need a bigger opening,latching mechanism should have been on the side similar to the touring bikes with a nicer latch. Im getting the touring pack on back so I can put my jacket in and other stuff. Side bags are only good for small items.
I had a set of Garry's retro FXDXT style bags on my Dyna Fat Bob which went with it when I sold it. They were great bags....
So I'd like the same or similar for the Softail Fat Bob - understanding that it would mean the stock exhaust would need to go.
I'd like them to have integrated rain covers fitted in a pocket at the back or side, so you can just pull them out and over the bags when it rains. Having said that, Garry has never claimed that the old bags were waterproof - but mine did a damn fine job of it! I had the leather ones as opposed to the ballistic nylon.
The other thing I would like is a left hand side solo bag or swing arm bag big enough for day trips. Preferably leather, but in a clean modern style with no chrome tassels or conchos. If it has straps, then I would like the buckles to be Austrialpin Cobra buckles for ease of use and longevity. Oh - and quick release as well!
I am glad to see you guys seeking customer feedback. I say for the Deluxe is to adapt your current LP4080 bag to fit the new docking system. I love my bags and the match the Deluxe theme to a tee. One thing you may think about is, on my 06 Sportster OEM bags is they have a nylon net compartment inside the bag thay can hold papers and thinks that are thin or flat. Its very handy. I think that would be a great addition to yours. It could even be inside the top lid. I think you have the best bags and locking mechanism on the market.
10-05-2017, 01:10 AM
