Saddle bags

[kils]

I wonder is somebody using the Universal saddle bags already. Much cheaper than the original bags that are also not available

 

[TodkaVonic]

You can use any saddle bags you like.

Links here

Custom bags and minor tweaks

The first modification I made to my R18 was to figure out a way to mount a pair of saddlebags (https://francocuoio.it/) I already owned. It seemed wasteful to invest in the BMW set-up with those just sitting in the garage. Straight-forward enough, huh? Just needed suitable mounts. Several emails...

www.r18forums.com

 

[kils]

I don't care if I can use them or not, but would like to know if someone other than me is already using them and if they do not damage the fenders etc

 

[TodkaVonic]

You're draping something over the rear fender. It's vibrating and shifting about. I don't know how you'd conclude that it wouldn't damage the finish.

 

[kils]

that's exactly why I want to know if somebody is using them.

 

[Black Dog]

You should use them and lets us know.

 

[theMucker]

I have used bags that have straps that go over the seat and/or fender. But it's VERY important to have some soft material between the sraps and the finish AND that there be no dirt or grit of any kind between them. Even then, I would only use them for infrequent short rides.

 

[kils]

Okay thanks theMucker

 

[Crs443]

I found these saddle bags on holan.pl

 

[R18Holan]

and this and there is a choice: alu, leather or Canvas

 

[Crs443]

and this and there is a choice: alu, leather or Canvas
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What's the lead time for the hard panniers? I don't suppose you have a coupon code for the forum members lol?

 

[R18Holan]

I can't advertise on the forum (only e-mail)

 

[aleh314]

Leatherworks Inc. | Leather Motorcycle Saddlebags | Toolbags & more

The Leatherworks Inc. produces American made leather motorcycle saddlebags of the highest quality. We offer many custom options including colored leather, key locks and matching seats. Our leather saddlebags will work on many Harley Davidson, Indian, Triumph, Kawasaki, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and...

leatherworksinc.com

here is a website that offer saddle bag

 

[kils]

The side bags are on it. It was not easy to get the bolts on the rear fender loose but when they were loose it was ready. Bolts out, rings back and bracket on. Then click the bag on it and lock the click fix. The bags themselves do not have a lock, I have deliberately chosen because there are inner bags and I do not use a key for the motorcycle. The bags come from a Spanish company Custom Z Spain and are fantastic and not that expensive.

 

[Gerard]

Great !
Do you have a link for the brackets ??

 

[kils]

It is all in the same shop Custom Z Spain

 

[Gerard]

Thanks !
Could you tell me what is the gap between the fender and the bag ?

 

[Gaylord Poe]

The side bags are on it. It was not easy to get the bolts on the rear fender loose but when they were loose it was ready. Bolts out, rings back and bracket on. Then click the bag on it and lock the click fix. The bags themselves do not have a lock, I have deliberately chosen because there are inner bags and I do not use a key for the motorcycle. The bags come from a Spanish company Custom Z Spain and are fantastic and not that expensive.


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Lookin' good!

 

[kils]

Thanks !
Could you tell me what is the gap between the fender and the bag ?

The gap is about 5,5 cm see picture

 

[Gerard]

Thank you!