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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 08:02 AM
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Default tie down points?
probably a silly question to some.

I have a 2008 883 custom wondering if my rear turn lights are suitable as a tie down point for luggage, they look at feel solid, does anyone use these?
 
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 08:12 AM
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yep, i have a set of throw over saddlebags which i tie down at the back to the rear turn signal stems. they are plenty strong.
 
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 08:13 AM
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I've used my bungee net on the signals, no problems
 
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sweet thanks for the info, planing a trip in a few weeks so all set now
 
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ya i've seen people do it.
 
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Often strap my bungees to the signals mounts, no problems so far
 
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Bungee cords, bungee net, backrest bag...no prob.
 
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I don't use em that way, but they are very solid. It will hold, and no worries there.
 
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