Ammo Can Saddle Bags

[kennyw]

I have been planning on making some saddlebags out of ammo cans. Ordered a pair of tall 50 cal cans off of eBay (Dimensions L-12"x W-6"x H-10"), just waiting for them to arrive so I came up with this photochop.

http://s488.photobucket.com/user/n9phw/media/2013 Honda CB1100 ABS/CB1100ammo_zps75m9tves.jpg.html

 

[noroomtomove]

Why not, would be some what cheaper than the Couta expedition boxes.
Will give you a place where store a little stuff away from sticky fingers.
Interested to see the end result.
All the best with this project.

Regards

 

[emptysea]

Thought of doing this myself. Good luck and post pics

 

[veech_imp]

Cool idea! Looks pretty good in the mock up as well. Certainly a conversation starter!

I like it.

 

[the Ferret]

Maybe paint them to match the side covers?

 

[kennyw]

Maybe paint them to match the side covers?

I'm planning to paint the side covers to match the ammo cans with green camo plastidip.

 

[ClassicVW_imp]

The CB being so beautiful, IMO these don't bring anything positive to the table.
But all that matters is how YOU feel about them.

 

[kennyw]

The nice part is, they will be fully removable without harming the bike. But I have a feeling this bike won't leave my possession as long as I can ride.

 

[emptysea]

Some of the old timers (aka Ferret :rofl: ) probably remember when folks would put ammo cases to use as side and top cases on UJMs back in the 70s. Retro bike...retro luggage. Looks retro-correct to me.

 

[lukeduck_imp]

Looks good to me. One should always carry spare ammo. Be sure and post picts and how to mount. Ride safe far and often.

 

[Cormanus]

This story demonstrates the utility of carrying spare ammo!

 

[veech_imp]

:rofl:

 

[kennyw]

Don't worry, we have you covered.

 

[4 Paws_imp]

Lots of Ural riders do the same but on those bikes it's an upgrade.
Not a big fan of rat bikes.

 

[kennyw]

The ammo cans are on the UPS truck for delivery today. I have some ideas on how to mount them, but need them in hand to make any real plans.

 

[Django]

I'm dying to see that at your bike.

 

[kennyw]

My photochop was a little out of proportion as the cans are not that big compared to the bike. I couldn't get anything mocked up tonight, but I'm sure I'll find a little time this weekend.

 

[Cormanus]

Excellent. I'm looking forward to seeing the results. Be warned, though, Popgun will probably tell you to get the tank re-sprayed to match them.

 

[kennyw]

That is why I'm considering picking up a second tank. No telling how deep this rabbit hole goes yet.

 

[Lord Popgun]

Hey Kenny, get the tank re-sprayed to match them... :angel: