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Saddleman Super Jumbo Bags
#444611 05/13/2011 9:46 AM
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Anyone have these and what do you think? I am having to purchase bags and easy brackets for the SWTF. I am trying to decide between these and Willi and Max Revolution bags. I think some folks here have the Saddlemans.


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Re: Saddleman Super Jumbo Bags
PES #444612 05/13/2011 9:58 AM
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Paul, Just make sure that the dimensions of the Super jumbo bags will fit between your shocks and rear indicators.

You must reinforce the inboard side (the side the brackets fasten to) of the saddleman bags. I used both plexiglass (Vera Lynn) and 1/4" plywood (Cinnamon Girl).

I have the jumbo Saddleman bags btw.

The Willie and Max bags albeit good bags are more flimsy than the saddleman bags. needless to say these need the inboard reinforcements too.

tip: When you re-install the fender rail bolts you might need to grab the fender and jostle it so the bolt holes line up.


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PES #444613 05/13/2011 8:07 PM
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I have the saddleman Drifter bags. Size large. I really like the bags, They've been on the bike for over 3 years and are still in good shape. The only thing is, wish I had gotten a size bigger (Jumbo).


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Re: Saddleman Super Jumbo Bags
Madrid #444614 05/14/2011 1:45 AM
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Check this out:
http://www.ussaddlebag.com
Custom made for our bikes.
I searched for months before deciding on these for my Speedy. People think they are custom bags. They still look brand new after 3 years & 25,000 miles.
Sorry for no photo...total rookie here.

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1jack1 #444615 05/14/2011 1:48 PM
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I had the drifter large and switched for the jumbo. These are more practical but they make my bike look fat. I'd be afraid that with super-jumbo you'd have to start shopping in different stores.

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Bill #444616 05/17/2011 5:16 PM
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i have the drifter slant jumbos. i think they look fine, but then again firmly believe women prefer a man of girth.

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ce7871 #444617 05/17/2011 6:28 PM
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Quote:

i have the drifter slant jumbos. i think they look fine, but then again firmly believe women prefer a man of girth.




True dat, yo.



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