Removable/lockable saddlebags
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From: Charlotte Metro
Boss bags 4yrs now and holding up great and yes they work with detachable backrest.
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Joined: Oct 2007
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From: Leander Texas
I like my easy brackets and my big willie and max bags
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9044807...7603103987069/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9044807...7604542241438/
and mostly my swing arm bag
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9044807...7607382317273/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9044807...7603103987069/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9044807...7604542241438/
and mostly my swing arm bag
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9044807...7607382317273/
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From: So Cal
Ive got Osprey Bull Bags, they come with EZ Brackets and are about the largest that will fit without moving the T/S. Price was great as well much less $ than some of the others but great quality. I paid about $ 500 for mine including the brackets and shipping.
www.saddlebags.net
www.saddlebags.net
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Corona, CA
Bags secured with Bubbas Brackets
No Bags
Brackets with backrest hooked up.
Close up of brackets with bag and backrest
My HD bags do lock, their not big, but holds enough stuff for me.
No Bags
Brackets with backrest hooked up.
Close up of brackets with bag and backrest
My HD bags do lock, their not big, but holds enough stuff for me.
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And the guy I spoke to on the phone was prompt on responce to my message, and very helpful in answering all my questions.
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OK, I went with The Leatherworks 120 angled bags after looking around a bit. I got them with;
Small outside pockets
Hand braiding trim
Basket weave pattern
Key locks
and also ordered my easy brackets directly through them so it will all come in one neat package.
I liked the Boss Bags, but just don't have that much to spend. I'll be sure to post pictures and thoughts when it all comes in.
Small outside pockets
Hand braiding trim
Basket weave pattern
Key locks
and also ordered my easy brackets directly through them so it will all come in one neat package.
I liked the Boss Bags, but just don't have that much to spend. I'll be sure to post pictures and thoughts when it all comes in.
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From: San Antonio, TX
The trick to the Easy Brackets is to have a bag with enough of a flat area to bolt them onto the bag. If your bags have a flat back, not contoured to fit the frame, you should be OK, or if there is enough of a flat area to affix them to. Check out their site and see the install video, very informative.
And the guy I spoke to on the phone was prompt on responce to my message, and very helpful in answering all my questions.
And the guy I spoke to on the phone was prompt on responce to my message, and very helpful in answering all my questions.
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From: Reno NV
I just recently went through the same question/answer session --> With quick release brackets. I went to my HD shop and ordered the quick release backrest brackets and also ordered the easy bracket kit for my bike.
I must say that communication and customer service with Easy Bracket is the best you can find, they are that responsive. BUT, when I got my kit from Easy Bracket 4 - 3/8" nylock bolts were missing. Also the 4 - 3/8" button (allen) head bolts, used to attach the posts on the bike, were 1/4" too short. So, my two day VERY fast shipping to my door, turned into 10 days waiting for the 'right' bolts to arrive.
I am fairly happy with the system. It is not as sturdy as the stock design and the posts are ugly with the bags off. Every system may suffer from these same issues, but I don't know. The good news is I can remove my bags, windshield and sissy bar in less than 2 minutes to make my Heritage into a fake fat boy.
I must say that communication and customer service with Easy Bracket is the best you can find, they are that responsive. BUT, when I got my kit from Easy Bracket 4 - 3/8" nylock bolts were missing. Also the 4 - 3/8" button (allen) head bolts, used to attach the posts on the bike, were 1/4" too short. So, my two day VERY fast shipping to my door, turned into 10 days waiting for the 'right' bolts to arrive.
I am fairly happy with the system. It is not as sturdy as the stock design and the posts are ugly with the bags off. Every system may suffer from these same issues, but I don't know. The good news is I can remove my bags, windshield and sissy bar in less than 2 minutes to make my Heritage into a fake fat boy.
Last edited by Strick; Oct 16, 2008 at 10:23 AM.
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