hard bag modification

[Chuckk_imp]

quite awhile ago, I made up some brackets for hard bags for my 2017ex.. I didn't want the bike to look like an overburdened burro, so I chose some pretty small hard bags.. they were ok, but kind of limiting due to their size.. another thing I didn't care for was the lock.. it always took the key to get into the bag.. then also, I wasn't too happy with my choice of LED directionals.. all of those things combined with Charlotte's disapproval of the first bags, inspired me to go bigger.. I may have posted the making of the frames for my hard bags.. I don't remember.. my new bags utilize latches that can be locked or not.. I chose a much larger and better looking LED directional also.. I have pics, if Peter would be so kind as to post them .. I feel so helpless.. and a burden .. sorry Peter..

 

[the Ferret]

Chuckk if you have the ability to down load pics and attach them to an email to Peter, it's the exact same procedure to download them to a hosting site like imgur and you can post them here yourself. It's really very easy.

 

[Cormanus]

Chuckk, have a look through this thread.

 

[peterbaron]

quite awhile ago, I made up some brackets for hard bags for my 2017ex.. I didn't want the bike to look like an overburdened burro, so I chose some pretty small hard bags.. they were ok, but kind of limiting due to their size.. another thing I didn't care for was the lock.. it always took the key to get into the bag.. then also, I wasn't too happy with my choice of LED directionals.. all of those things combined with Charlotte's disapproval of the first bags, inspired me to go bigger.. I may have posted the making of the frames for my hard bags.. I don't remember.. my new bags utilize latches that can be locked or not.. I chose a much larger and better looking LED directional also.. I have pics, if Peter would be so kind as to post them .. I feel so helpless.. and a burden .. sorry Peter..

PICS FOR CHUCKK:

While Chuckk was sleeping, Charlotte did all the mods and pics.... good cat

 

[Lord Popgun]

Chuckk,

That looks really nice!

But you know the unwritten rules. What brand are they and where does one get them?

Had to ask you as Charlotte isn’t talking

 

[Frulk_imp]

Nice pics and stellar install Chuckk!!!!

 

[peterbaron]

Chuckk,

That looks really nice!

But you know the unwritten rules. What brand are they and where does one get them?

Had to ask you as Charlotte isn’t talking

Yes, she is Popgun...just offer her some milk and mouse for best results

 

[pdedse]

The hard bags look awesome, very tight and elegant...but the Kitty steals the show!

 

[Chuckk_imp]

meeyow.. meeyow..purrrr.. opps !! (kitty translator turned on now) .. hi !! Charlotte here .. yes, I did all the work while chuckk watched.. the purr came from when the job was finished.. I left the posting to chuckk .. my paws just don't allow me to use a keyboard very well.. chuck did his best, but his postings are still very limited and thanks to Peter, the pics got posted.. I will stay on chucks butt, to learn the posting of the pic's intricacies .. I will research the source of the new, larger hard bags.. then report back.. the bigger question might be, did chuckk post the pics showing the group how he constructed the bracketry to mount the bags.. chuckk sent picks out to many friends, but doesn't recall posting them here.. if anyone would know, it would be Peter .. the pics are still available for posting, if needed.......... your furry friend, Charlotte

 

[Lord Popgun]

:rofl:

I would like to see the bracket fab/mounting.

 

[Chuckk_imp]

:rofl:

I would like to see the bracket fab/mounting.

maybe wait to hear from Peter.. he may have posted the pics already.. I tried to see if I had posted and didn't find any posts pertaining to the brackets.. but I don't know my way around the site very well .. Charlotte is just shaking her head..

 

[peterbaron]

...no more bracket pics in my possession to post :-/
need to email some more Chuc.., ops, Charlotte ...

 

[Chuckk_imp]

Charlotte suggested I post this.. pics may be coming of my hard bag bracket fabrication.. by looking at the pics, you can get a pretty good idea of how I did it.. when I installed the larger bags, I just needed to drill one more hole.. all 4 mounting bolts are surrounded by collars and the rubber grommets that came with the hard bags.. no luck on a link to the bags that I purchased on eBay.. they are 26 liter bags.. if I find out more, I will post it..

 

[peterbaron]

Charlotte suggested I post this.. pics may be coming of my hard bag bracket fabrication.. by looking at the pics, you can get a pretty good idea of how I did it.. when I installed the larger bags, I just needed to drill one more hole.. all 4 mounting bolts are surrounded by collars and the rubber grommets that came with the hard bags.. no luck on a link to the bags that I purchased on eBay.. they are 26 liter bags.. if I find out more, I will post it..

Thank you Charlotte... and CHUCKK
Here is en extension to this thread:

Charlotte, keep eye on your boss...

:beerchug:

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Charlotte suggested I post this.. pics may be coming of my hard bag bracket fabrication.. by looking at the pics, you can get a pretty good idea of how I did it.. when I installed the larger bags, I just needed to drill one more hole.. all 4 mounting bolts are surrounded by collars and the rubber grommets that came with the hard bags.. no luck on a link to the bags that I purchased on eBay.. they are 26 liter bags.. if I find out more, I will post it..

Thank you Charlotte... and CHUCKK
Here is en extension to this thread:

Charlotte, keep eye on your boss...

:beerchug:

(meow)

 

[peterbaron]

Chuckk,

That looks really nice!

But you know the unwritten rules. What brand are they and where does one get them?

Had to ask you as Charlotte isn’t talking

Here is an update for you and others from Charlotte boss:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/26L-Hard-S...RK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

P.S Charlotte is NOT included

 

[peterbaron]

Quick lighting update from CHUCKK:

Is there any competition going on between you and Charlotte?..

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Chuckk,

That looks really nice!

But you know the unwritten rules. What brand are they and where does one get them?

Had to ask you as Charlotte isn’t talking

Here is an update for you and others from Charlotte boss:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/26L-Hard-S...RK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

P.S Charlotte is NOT included

The boxes seem incredibly low cost.

 

[Chuckk_imp]

Chuckk,

That looks really nice!

But you know the unwritten rules. What brand are they and where does one get them?

Had to ask you as Charlotte isn’t talking

Here is an update for you and others from Charlotte boss:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/26L-Hard-S...RK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

P.S Charlotte is NOT included

The boxes seem incredibly low cost.

The boxes seem incredibly low cost. G.O. I paid about $65. for mine from the same seller.. when I looked at the lower price, I was almost tempted to by an extra pair !! .. just in case anything bad happens, God forbid.. they may be out of stock now .. i'm not sure.. they seem to be pretty darned good for the money.. I carry a half gallon of gas, tools, and a tire repair kit in my right bag.. it seems to be holding up just fine.. I'm sure there are others that are stronger, for more money, but I took the approach, support the bag well, with good mounting brackets and it will last.. I could have given them even more support on the bottom, but they seem ok..

 

[jamestkirk_imp]

They're out of stock.

Here's some I found on Amazon. Have no idea if they're any good...

-Kirk Out

Amazon.com