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Old Jan 13, 2016 | 12:13 PM
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any recommendations on hard bags for sportsters?
 
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Old Jan 13, 2016 | 12:52 PM
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vikingbags.com in California
 
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Old Jan 13, 2016 | 01:02 PM
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http://tsukayu.com/HardbagsforSportster.html

Simple install. All hardware included. Sits close to the fender with shock cut-outs so sits forward and lines up nicely with fender. Requires turn signal relocation.

Also scan through this thread for different types and ask the poster if you see something you like.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/sport...bagger-44.html
 
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Originally Posted by hscic
http://tsukayu.com/HardbagsforSportster.html

Simple install. All hardware included. Sits close to the fender with shock cut-outs so sits forward and lines up nicely with fender. Requires turn signal relocation.
They've got some pretty nice and unique looking bags & trunks. I've been considering possible putting some on my Springer. Glad you posted the link
 
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+1 on the Tsukayu bags. Have them on my 1200 Sporty.
My turn signals now in the bags and they even fit a load balancer as standard so no Canbus issues.
They are, as stated above, easy to fit and remove, and with the indentations for the shocks they look as though they should be there
 
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The genuine Harley ones look great, though they are expensive, but can be had colour-matched to your bike.
 
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Originally Posted by BensonUK
+1 on the Tsukayu bags. Have them on my 1200 Sporty.
My turn signals now in the bags and they even fit a load balancer as standard so no Canbus issues.
They are, as stated above, easy to fit and remove, and with the indentations for the shocks they look as though they should be there
Turn the saddle bag single element LEDs into run, brake turn lights with DK Customs RBT module....it works. See the Calling all Sportster Bagger thread (link above)...post 435 for a video.
 

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I have the Viking brand. They are decent fit and quality. They do take some 'mechanical ability' to mount, however.
 
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Turn the saddle bag single element LEDs into run, brake turn lights with DK Customs RBT module....it works. See the Calling all Sportster Bagger thread (link above)...post 435 for a video.
I love the idea but our turn signals are orange and not red
 
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I love the idea but our turn signals are orange and not red
Our flashers have to be amber and I don't think we'd get away with triple purpose lamps over here. Not sure I'd want them personally.
 
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