Hard Bags are In !!

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Mar 6, 2011 | 09:34 AM

SunCruise

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Hard Bags are In !!

Was told 6 or so weeks.... but after 2 the Dealer called and said my order and keyed to match locks are in. Whoo Hoo !! Got them home and they are sharp, real classy looking. Even went out to the garage to set one on the bike for a quick look. Nice.. really nice. Then back in the box till I get a few things done and the weather warms up.

What I also found is there are no red reflectors on the latches... or in the box... hmmm. Okay maybe some people don't like or want them so it's an option.
Quick search on HD web...no luck sure but I would find it in a parts catalog.
Then I noticed the reflectors on my "bag guards" are the exact same size as the inset on the latches !!

Q's: Do I just go find a set at HD or can I easily remove the ones I have and separate the reflector from the curved (bar shaped) backing?
If so... remounting with what ? silicone? 2 faced tape?
Anyone use something other than a reflector ? (I did read once where someone swapped sides and put them in backwards)
SC
Picks to follow soon. 09 FLHRC Vivid Black w/med silver ps.
Winter mods include; matched HD Hard Bags, V&H Fish Tails, S&S AC, TFI Fueler, my own custom frame fairing for Solo Rail Seat.

Mar 6, 2011 | 09:37 AM

DR. V-TWIN

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The reflectors have their own part number. Look here.
http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche....=13&A=603&B=81

I don't have the number with me but it is at the shop if you cannot find it.

Drew

Mar 6, 2011 | 10:23 AM

rklew

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Reflectors do not come with the latches. I sold my chrome latches and went with black with chrome inserts, I think it's a cleaner look IMO.

Last edited by rklew; Mar 6, 2011 at 10:58 AM.

Mar 6, 2011 | 10:58 AM

lionsm13

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IMO, the reflectors are stupid lookin' and if someone gets that close to you, it probably won't do much for you anyway, same as the reflectors on the forks too. Lame..