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Is it ok to ride my Road Glide Custom with only one saddlebag while i have the other

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Old 05-09-2010 | 05:52 PM
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JEEZUS!!...I have one passing lamp out...Does anyone know if I can ride with just one or do I have to turn them both off??
 
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Old 05-09-2010 | 06:00 PM
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there are no rules for this dilemma. ride with 1 bag, 2 bags or no bag. do what ever you want. why would you ask us?
 
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Old 05-09-2010 | 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by hawg50
your are joking,right
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Old 05-09-2010 | 06:38 PM
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Just put more **** in whichever pocket is on the side with the missing bag!
 
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Old 05-09-2010 | 07:00 PM
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Whichever side is without a saddlebag, line that side of BOTH wheels completely around with stick on wheel weights. These weights MUST be purchased at an authorized Harley Davidson dealer (warranty issues). The weights will counteract the coefficient of drag placed on your motorcyle by the remaining saddlebag. When you get the other bag back from repairs be sure to REMOVE all of the wheels weights you put on. Failure to do so will result in you only being able to ride in circles!
 
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Old 05-09-2010 | 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by tencrore
From an aerodynamics point of view, the coefficient of drag is going to make the bike pull VERY hard to the side of the bike that has the bag.

Now that's just funny!!!
 
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Old 05-09-2010 | 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by sfchief
You probably won't even notice a difference. Although the coefficient of drag argument seems plausible. You might wear out one side of the tires faster as the bike tips to compensate from the additional drag.
Hey, tencrore started it.
If you ride without one bag, you'll likely throw out your back and neck from over-compensating the weight differential.
 
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Old 05-09-2010 | 07:27 PM
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Depends on if its the side with the muffler or the side without
 
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Old 05-09-2010 | 07:41 PM
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Hey, nothing can be worse then seeing graded papers flying down the road. Don't ask, just ride.
Take the other bag off and strap the stuff to your back.
Just a hint; never wear a pink shirt while riding your Harley.
 
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Old 05-09-2010 | 07:51 PM
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I wouldn't unless you ride side saddle until both bags are back on the bike.
 


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