I am looking for a bag to fit on the handlebars of a chopper. something large enough to carry a change of clothes or my leather. any suggestions ? I'm leaning toward the Kuryakyn grand right now but not a big fan of Kuryhakyn.

 

Tried these yet?

www.spacebag.com/

 

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The old mexican rug/poncho worked great for years , just lay it out , roll you goods in and 2 bungie cords . Traveled half the country that way .

 

We have made some very nice duffle bags from chap leather.When not being used they roll up so you can stash it as well..http://www.shop.captain-itch.com/Lea...le-Dry-Bag.htm

 

I've had good luck with my Saddleman.
http://www.jpcycles.com/product/ZZ83420
Captain Itch's bag looks pretty good though.

 

the saddleman looks nice but could I use it on the handlebars ?

 

Hey twisted. did the same thing for years and a lot of miles. tools were always packed first.

 

The Saddlemans main advantage for handlebar use may be that it is semi-rigid so it shouldn't flop over & cover the headlight like a duffle bag. Unlike the Captain's, it cannot be rolled up & stashed. The only size adjustment is a few inches in length.

It was obviously designed with the participation of "real bikers". It comes with an assortment of nylon straps & attachment points so it can be affixed anywhere. I've never used it on the handlebars because I now trip with a windshield & use smaller, softer nylon bags between the shield & the bars, but I don't see why it wouldn't work. I usually use it horizontally as a backrest, or if 2-up on back of the sissy bar sometimes with other luggage.

Although I'm not a fan of most of the Saddleman stuff, especially their imitation leather products, I must say this bag is tuff. After 1,000's of miles still looks new.

 

+2 ... I think that I was better prepared when I had most of what I owned strapped to the handlebars .... ah yes .... The good ol' days!