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Mar 16, 2011 | 02:23 PM

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Hippiebeads

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Your Deluxe looks great.I love and want those bags.So those are part no.91299 and 91300 new from the dealer?

Mar 16, 2011 | 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Hippiebeads

Your Deluxe looks great.I love and want those bags.So those are part no.91299 and 91300 new from the dealer?

Saddlebag without fringe 91299-01 left side
Saddlebag without fringe 91300-01 right side

Mar 17, 2011 | 02:04 PM

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rob i

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hspring03-

I think i'm going to go with the slip in inserts for now like you recommend. Maybe next year i'll send my bags to gotsaggybags to have the permanent inserts installed.

but, I am torn between the KAMCO inserts that come with the lid supports as well, and the Bagshapers inserts that don't come with lid supports, but purportedly use a better material for the inserts (HDPE for bagshapers vs ABS for KAMCO.)

both approx same price, though if I buy the KAMCO set with the inserts, that will be a bit more. Both you, and the gentleman, "dave" ,from bagshapers both have said that the lid supports aren't really necessary.

thoughts? why KAMCO over Bagshapers, and vice versa. Inserts or not?

I want to pull the trigger on these tomorrow, as that is when KAMCO will list new inserts, but want to make the best choice possible.

Thanks-
Rob

Mar 17, 2011 | 02:24 PM

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Kamco(Keith) is a personal friend of mine. He's hardworking and stands by his product 100%. I know of probably 100 members in the HSOA(Heritage Springer Owners Association) that use his inserts and not one has ever had an issue with fit or finish.

I know of no one that has used the bag shapers products.

Mar 17, 2011 | 02:29 PM

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rob i

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Ok then I'll go with the kamco. Thanks man for all of your help and guidance!

Rob

Mar 19, 2011 | 08:08 AM

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I purchased the 4 insert Kamco kit last night. I will post pics once I receive and install.

thanks!!

Rob

Mar 19, 2011 | 09:40 AM

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You'll be impressed with the fit and form rob. Kamco's inserts made a big difference on my hertiage springer bags too. They really make a huge difference when you go to apply leather conditioner too. I'd bet they cut the job time almost in half, since there is a solid base under the leather. No more trying to apply tensions while conditioning. You won't have that "where are my other 6 arms for this job" feeling

. I installed the lid supports on mine, and they make life a little easier when trying to keep the buckles from hitting the paint on opening fully. Definitely post some pics!!

Mar 26, 2011 | 12:51 PM

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Got my Kamco inserts yesterday. Went down to the shop where my bike is still in storage and we put them in the bags. They fit perfectly. Very happy with these. I didn't bother with the lid inserts as it really doesn't seem necessary.

thanks!

Rob