I'm planning to replace old bags on my 1999 Fatboy. The new bags are double thick leather that lay over the fender and the thumb screw to fasten the pillion pad seat is way too short now. Do they make longer thread screws for this or should I just go to the hardware store and wing it?
Thanks,

 

Personally, I'd go to the hardware store and wing it, probably would be a lot cheaper too. There were times in the past when I was changing something on my bike and that's what I did.

 

Probably $.05 at Tractor Supply or similar. Buy longer and cut it to length.

 

Ace Hardware has something nice and chromey for ya.

 

Consider going to a torx safety screw, makes it harder to walk away with the seat.

 

Your choices are endless... well, not endless, but many...

click on thumb screws...


https://www.mcmaster.com/#thumb-screws/=1e9odw3


You don't have to buy there, their shipping is expensive for one-off items.... but it'll give you an idea what's available...

 

If the new bags are going to lay directly on the fender (painted surface) I'd consider a felt pad between the bike and leather to minimize scuffing and wear. That might necessitate a slightly longer screw.

 

A late thanks to everyone for their reply on my question. Been out of town for a bit.

 

 

If you use a Torx, safety or not, and make it a little longer than stock you can add a jamb nut on the underside of the fender. This will also help to keep someone from walking off with your $500 (or more), seat.