Quick release kit for bags for FLSTC?
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Quick release kit for bags for FLSTC?
Tinkering with the FLSTC today and took off the bags and windshield. Took her for a quick ride and found out just how much wind you get without the shield in front.
When I took off the bags, there were two bolts on each side of the support that stuck out. Can I take these off?
Here is the pic...I dont think you can see them.
Is there a quick release kit that utilizes something other than the hardware that I have? I put them back on because I didn't like the bolts sticking out. I also really like the look and functionality of the bags.
When I took off the bags, there were two bolts on each side of the support that stuck out. Can I take these off?
Here is the pic...I dont think you can see them.
Is there a quick release kit that utilizes something other than the hardware that I have? I put them back on because I didn't like the bolts sticking out. I also really like the look and functionality of the bags.
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RE: Quick release kit for bags for FLSTC?
V & H big shot longs. Full heat shield. Power Chamber for the increase in HP and torque that you normally get with a 2 into 1. I called V & H (take it for what its worth) and they said you can get 7 -9 increase in HP and a slight increase in torque. I love the sound. Loud enought to be heard but not totally obnoxious where your neighbors hate you every time you start her up (unless thats what you want!!). Definitely, IMHO, a much better sound than the stock pipes.
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RE: Quick release kit for bags for FLSTC?
Those are the ones I am leaning toward. Also thought about adding the quiet baffles, heard they lower the tone to more of a rumble, rather than a louder, cracking sound. Any thoughts?
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RE: Quick release kit for bags for FLSTC?
Silverdawg, I also like the looks and functionality of my Heritage saddlebags, so I want them on most of the time. But I also wanted an easier way of removing the bags (read no wrenches) when I need to wash the bike or whatever. So I replaced the two nuts inside each bag with stainless wingnuts and lock washers, which are easy to remove by hand. Where the external saddlebag rod attaches to the frame I am using clevis pins/clips, also easily removable by hand, that I purchased at Lowes.
But in answer to your question about quick release kits, yes there are some available. I think Harley makes one, in addition to aftermarket variations. Try a search and I bet you will find some good info regarding quick release hardware.
But in answer to your question about quick release kits, yes there are some available. I think Harley makes one, in addition to aftermarket variations. Try a search and I bet you will find some good info regarding quick release hardware.
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RE: Quick release kit for bags for FLSTC?
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Those are the ones I am leaning toward. Also thought about adding the quiet baffles, heard they lower the tone to more of a rumble, rather than a louder, cracking sound. Any thoughts?
Those are the ones I am leaning toward. Also thought about adding the quiet baffles, heard they lower the tone to more of a rumble, rather than a louder, cracking sound. Any thoughts?
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RE: Quick release kit for bags for FLSTC?
SilverDawg,
I had a set of ghost brackets (with heritage bags) on the fatboy before I traded. They use a key to secure them on the bike. Less than a minute to take the bags off. Some of the Harley dealerships carry them or you can go to ghost brackets web site. They really are not bad to install.
Hope that helps. PM or email me if you need more information.
Jerry
I had a set of ghost brackets (with heritage bags) on the fatboy before I traded. They use a key to secure them on the bike. Less than a minute to take the bags off. Some of the Harley dealerships carry them or you can go to ghost brackets web site. They really are not bad to install.
Hope that helps. PM or email me if you need more information.
Jerry
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