Is there Saddle bag fasteners that DON'T SUCK!!!
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Is there Saddle bag fasteners that DON'T SUCK!!!
08 Ultra. Got the stock hard bags. Having issue with the quick release fasteners. These God Damn things are always a pain the the *** to get back on. Seems like I've got to bend the tips back in place everytime I put them on.
Is there something better out there?
Otherwise I guess I'll buy some extras. Add to the profit parts makes in selling cheap *** **** made in China....
Is there something better out there?
Otherwise I guess I'll buy some extras. Add to the profit parts makes in selling cheap *** **** made in China....
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Kansas City, Missouri
Went to ace hardware, bought 3/8" u nuts- 1 1/4", 3/8" bolts, lock washers and flat washers. Now dont have to worry about the bags. Easy off with a ratchet and socket. 3/8" is perfect size to go thru the rubber gromets in the bag.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2009
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From: Western Wisconsin
My front mounts were off center and made getting those push pins in tough. Pretty easy fix with a wrench.
You may need to make a slight adjustment to your front mounts for them to go on easily.
I always carry an extra push pin in the saddle bag just in case one snaps.
There was a thread recently where a member was concerned about someone walking off with his hard bags.
He replaced the push pins with bolts and a nut clip.
You may need to make a slight adjustment to your front mounts for them to go on easily.
I always carry an extra push pin in the saddle bag just in case one snaps.
There was a thread recently where a member was concerned about someone walking off with his hard bags.
He replaced the push pins with bolts and a nut clip.
Road Captain
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The clips are not adjusted properly. I just redid all mine while I was replacing a couple of related parts. You wouldn't believe how easy they work when adjusted properly. Having them misadjusted puts a strain on everything and can lead to broken parts!
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Michigan
i went with the u-bolts and and allen head bolt to replace the spring clips as well. I had issues mostly due to the use of the saddlebag organizer along with the fender washers, was just too tight and i kept breaking the stock clips. Takes me a few extra seconds to take them off now, but i never have to worry about breaking a pin again.
Road Master
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From: Central CA
08 Ultra. Got the stock hard bags. Having issue with the quick release fasteners. These God Damn things are always a pain the the *** to get back on. Seems like I've got to bend the tips back in place everytime I put them on.
Is there something better out there?
Otherwise I guess I'll buy some extras. Add to the profit parts makes in selling cheap *** **** made in China....
Is there something better out there?
Otherwise I guess I'll buy some extras. Add to the profit parts makes in selling cheap *** **** made in China....
I take it you don't care for the quick release fasteners?
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From: Pacific Northwest
Settle down and take a look at the things to see if they need re-aligning, my man. It's an easy fix that only takes a little patience and a couple minutes of time. Also it helps to use a little care when you remove the bags so as not to move anything out of alignment.
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