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The right size saddlebags
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RE: The right size saddlebags
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No need for saddle bag support? Are they just resting against the shocks?


03-31-2015, 01:36 PM
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RE: The right size saddlebags
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Yes


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RE: The right size saddlebags
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(03-31-2015, 08:58 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Yes

Thanks.


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RE: The right size saddlebags
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Here is how I mounted my tailbag and saddlebags courtesy of a long-legged mechanic that said long legs would cause one to "ride the rear brake lever" which causes the rotor to overheat and warp so I moved the tailbag back about 6" and mounted the rear attachments to the turn signals.
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RE: The right size saddlebags
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Again thanks to all for input. Everything is a trade off - I've decided on the Cortech Super 2.0 36L Saddlebags $159.99 & matching 24L Tail Bag $109.99. They come with vinyl slip over rain covers. Does anyone know a best place for discounts. Local dealers may offer 10%, but with sales tax it works out to 3.5%. Online no tax, free shipping, but full list so they are 3.5% higher.



11-24-2015, 01:03 AM
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RE: The right size saddlebags
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those are good looking bags. Will you have to move the rear turn signals?

Try pricing Revzilla, Motorcycle Gear.com and Motorcycle Superstore. If they have a better price ask the local dealer if he will match it.


11-24-2015, 01:13 AM
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RE: The right size saddlebags
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(11-24-2015, 01:13 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: those are good looking bags. Will you have to move the rear turn signals?

Try pricing Revzilla, Motorcycle Gear.com and Motorcycle Superstore. If they have a better price ask the local dealer if he will match it.

I certainly hope not.

Most online, including MCSS were at full list.
I just called Revzilla, they are going to have a Black Friday Sale - I signed up for their email.


11-24-2015, 01:18 AM
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RE: The right size saddlebags
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I have a set of those bags. I've never used them, but did set them up on the bike when I got them. The turn signals do get in the way, but I mounted them with the nose tipped down and the tail up and against the signals. Seemed to work ok and make enough leg room, but like I said, never been on the road with them.


11-24-2015, 01:30 AM
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RE: The right size saddlebags
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(11-24-2015, 01:30 AM)Lord Popgun_imp Wrote: I have a set of those bags. I've never used them, but did set them up on the bike when I got them. The turn signals do get in the way, but I mounted them with the nose tipped down and the tail up and against the signals. Seemed to work ok and make enough leg room, but like I said, never been on the road with them.

Thanks, I just emailed Cortech to see if I get a response - no phone # available.


11-24-2015, 01:39 AM
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RE: The right size saddlebags
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Dang rear blinkers being were they are, is why I went with the Honda rear rack and a Wolfman medium dry duffle.

Weight rides higher but it's also spread across the rear part of the seat. Holds as much as the three bags pic'd above and water proof as is.


11-24-2015, 09:13 AM
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