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Old 10-16-2014, 08:31 AM
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The Harley Windshield bags are nice for small items but not for $99.00 bucks.
 
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Old 10-16-2014, 08:42 AM
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And your point is what? Are you just complaining about H-D prices or are you looking for something less expensive?

If the latter, nearly identical bags are available all over the internet for about half what the MoCo charges.
 
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My windshield bag cost $20 from an independent shop (Wilson Leather) here in Ft Worth. When I told the clerk that one very similar at the Harley shop cost $100, he said "I will be glad to mark this one up to $100 for you" !
 
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Originally Posted by thomasf59
The Harley Windshield bags are nice for small items but not for $99.00 bucks.
I have both, a $99 Harley bag on my Klock Werks windshield and an off brand on my stock windshield.

I put the Klock Werks shield on for long rides.
The Harley bag was attached to a windshield that I bought for $50 that I wanted the mounting hardware for my Klock Werks shield so I figure I got it for free.

I personally like the off brand better. That's why it's on my stock shield which stays on the bike 70% of the time.
The leather is less soft than the Harley one so it's easier to get in and out of.
I think I paid $30 for it at Nebraska Motorcycle Parts.

As for the $99 being too much for the Harley bag?
One thing I've learn is an item's worth is dependent on how badly it's wanted.
 
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There are several other good quality name brands out there for around $50 -$60.
 
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Give us a look for quality leather products.. Here is a link to some of the bags that we make.. http://shop.captain-itch.com/Bags_c34.htm
 
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just remember most cheaper bag are made out of Vinyl and not real leather..

just be sure at least you look at the material they are made of...
 
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I like the Memphis Shades. Well made and plain. Hell, even the Willie and Max will do the job for $20. I don't care if it is real leather or not. If that matters expect to pay $100
 
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Originally Posted by oct1949
just remember most cheaper bag are made out of Vinyl and not real leather..

just be sure at least you look at the material they are made of...
You are right about some, however the one I paid $30 for is real leather.
Now the leather may be from a 50 year old road kill cow, but it is leather.
 


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