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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 11:05 AM
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mine fitted with throw overs



just the bars

OK Those are really nice and sit well What bags are they? I would look for the same set without the chrome Conchos or studs. Will they work with or Zip tie to the Cobra bag Supports? Or do I have to buy Harleys supports?
 
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 12:17 PM
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Glad you're deciding on the bag supports. Lot's more options for bags I think. Not too sure on the Cobras, but the HD clears the shocks so it won't interfere with the bags. I know someone has it on their Superlow. From your pic, looks like the Cobras might clear the shocks or you can spread 'em out a little for sure.
 
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 02:06 PM
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Installed the River Road Zip-Off Saddlebags(Slant Medium Braided) with the Cobra Saddlebag Supports.
No relocation kit needed.
 
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Originally Posted by USAFANGWINGNUT67
Installed the River Road Zip-Off Saddlebags(Slant Medium Braided) with the Cobra Saddlebag Supports.
No relocation kit needed.
THe Cobra Support I pictured or the rail type?. I prefer nothing attached to the Shock mount thats why I am avoiding the MOCO supports. 21" long bags though. No supports in front of the shock?

Would love to see a pic of those on your bike. And the Cobra. I like the way the Cobra support looks without the bags.
 
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Old Mar 27, 2015 | 04:18 AM
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Originally Posted by TenMidgets
OK Those are really nice and sit well What bags are they? I would look for the same set without the chrome Conchos or studs. Will they work with or Zip tie to the Cobra bag Supports? Or do I have to buy Harleys supports?

They were just some bags I got off ebay over here in the UK , there are so many out there to choose from to match everyone's needs

Those bags had ties at the back to fix them to the bars to keep them attached and not flapping around.
They also zipped off so they could be removed if needed without taking the seat off
 
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Old Mar 27, 2015 | 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by TenMidgets
NIce too bad they don't make both sides...

They do make both sides.

Left:
https://badgcustoms.com/bags/harley-...sportster/sl04
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https://badgcustoms.com/bags/harley-...sportster/sl05

Right:
https://badgcustoms.com/bags/harley-...sportster/sr04
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https://badgcustoms.com/bags/harley-...sportster/sr05
 
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Old Mar 27, 2015 | 09:26 PM
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Very cool. Just put a Bag on the Pillion seat Those would work well with the seat bag. I need room for a jacket and Places to pick up things at stores.

Just picked this up for now for $39 Great interim solution

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Old Mar 28, 2015 | 03:31 AM
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Originally Posted by TenMidgets
THe Cobra Support I pictured or the rail type?. I prefer nothing attached to the Shock mount thats why I am avoiding the MOCO supports. 21" long bags though. No supports in front of the shock?

Would love to see a pic of those on your bike. And the Cobra. I like the way the Cobra support looks without the bags.
Used the Cobra support. A pic of the Cobra support is at begging of article.
 
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Old Mar 28, 2015 | 06:05 AM
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The only time you need to consider relocation for throw overs is if you frequently have a passenger because the bags don't allow access to rear passenger pegs. I might have a passenger 2-3 times a season and on that occasion i just take the bags off.
 
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Old Mar 28, 2015 | 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Wildon883R
The only time you need to consider relocation for throw overs is if you frequently have a passenger because the bags don't allow access to rear passenger pegs. I might have a passenger 2-3 times a season and on that occasion i just take the bags off.
Is this because you slide the bags foward to clear the lights?

I was thinking about this bag http://www.vikingbags.com/cruise-cor...-1453-prd1.htm

I want to ride to work but I work IT for a Major bank and need to carry my laptop as well as a change of cloths. This bag keeps the mounting system under the seat and 4 clips hold it in place and it removes very easy.
 
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