easy brackets for me work well and not much stuff on the bike when removed

 

I use the bare backs, simple install.

 

Went with Easy Brackets also. I am satisfied with them.

 

I had the ghost brackets, only left two chrome little ***** when off but they do kick the hard bags out almost an inch, you do notice. Upside on and off in a flash.

 

I've got easy brackets...no complaints.

 

We ordered EZ Brackets for my wife's Deluxe and thought they made them stick out too far plus didn't like the black finish . Cost me $45 to return for shipping and restocking fee. We then ordered the "Barebacks". What a great product! When we first opened them we didn't think there was much there for the money. But after installing (very easy) we were thrilled with the look. They do stick out a little, but they sure look better than anything else we've seen and it sure beats that bolted up mess that Harley came up with.

 

P.S. those litttle stainless posts are rugged. You can pull on the bag all you want and they don't budge.

 

A common complaint I have seen with EZ brackets which I have however NOT a problem on my new bags. I searched..Boss, Leather works etc and when you mount the easy brackets..they look good from the side but as soon as you get behind the bike...Awful looking! I bought a set of bags that are incredible in construction AND they are built with a recess feature that makes the brackets almost unseen. I am in no way affiliated with this manufacturer but quality fit and finish is second to none and wanted to give fellow deluxe owners a option.
http://www.hogdeluxe.com/index.htm
You can see the recess in the bag.

Gives you an idea of the amount of recess.

My bags mounted.

Comparison of how far Boss bags stick out from the rear view. Nice looking bag but FUGLY to the max from the rear!!!

 

+1, I modded a set of EZ Brackets to mount my Fatboy rigid bags. Here's some pics:

 

I think the forward type easy brackets make a better mount. Also if you have a detachable backrest then they will stick out further. you cant see my brackets because i used the throw over bags and the flap covers the brackets from the top, the turn lights cover the bracket from the rear and besides i only use mine when doing a long trip. When i get there they come off and into the hotel