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Jun 21, 2009 | 11:06 PM

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Swing Arm Bag question

I am sure I want a swing arm bag. I like the Leatherworks bags. My question is which bag to get the 3" or the 5". I ride a lot of twisties. Will either size bag drag? Oh yea I rarely scrape my pegs. It will be the left side mounted bag. Any info on this subject is appreciated.

Jun 21, 2009 | 11:14 PM

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I doubt that the 5" bag will drag, and I would recommend that. The 3" bag does not fit much just so you know.

Jun 21, 2009 | 11:26 PM

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I have a 3" Garage Leathers Solo bag and rode the Tail of the Dragon with it on and it showed no signs of wear and I was scrapping pegs around every turn.

Jun 21, 2009 | 11:31 PM

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The questions is how much do you plan on carrying in it? Mine is 3" and has never scraped, and I ride twisties all the time and have never had scraping issues with the bag.

Jun 22, 2009 | 12:54 AM

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not really looking to carry to much stuff, maybe the usual pocket stuff, phone, fob,etc. And then the occasional sweatshirt or t-shirt. I'm thinking the 3" bag is going to look and work the best. Any different opinions?

Jun 22, 2009 | 02:31 AM

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I have the Leatherworks 312X 5". It won't drag & you will appreciate the extra space.

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Jun 22, 2009 | 06:33 AM

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+1 on the 5" bag, it will not drag or scrape.I ride pretty aggressive and really like to lean my train through corners and I haven't had it touch once. The 5" will hold a surprising amount of stuff given it's size, it's not a huge bag by any means.