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Soft Saddlebags
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1100rider Offline
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Soft Saddlebags
Are there any soft saddlebags that will fit the CB without relocating the turn signals? I was at the local Honda shop today and everyone they had in stock would hit the turn signal. One would fit great but one of the straps running across the seat that hold the bags on would be under my butt and that would not be comfortable. I would like some that are fairly easy to remove and not be mounted permanently. To be used only for trips to carry things. I have a tail bag but need more room when traveling.
(This post was last modified: 06-13-2015 04:52 PM by 1100rider.)
06-13-2015 04:49 PM
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DAC Offline
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Central Ohio, USA
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
Tourmaster Select is what I use. They are probably the ones that have the strap that goes under your butt. That is the way they are for me. It wasn't much of a bother during the 1,300 miles I did to the Gap and back. Two of those days were about 8 hours on bike with no discomfort. (Your butt may vary.)
06-13-2015 04:57 PM
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The ferret Online
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
Tourmaster Select for me as well. Never notice the strap.

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(This post was last modified: 06-13-2015 05:46 PM by The ferret.)
06-13-2015 05:44 PM
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Frulk Offline
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Utah
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
I have the same Tourmaster soft Luggage. They also mount under the seat. Take the seat off. Put your luggage across the back of the bike. Adjust as needed and replace seat. Plenty of room between the exhaust and also doesn't interfere with the blinkers. Also works with my aftermarket café seat. Shown in the pic with the raincovers on.

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06-13-2015 08:27 PM
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1100rider Offline
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Illinois
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
Do the saddlebags require some sort of supports under them or are they OK by themselves?
06-14-2015 10:50 AM
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DAC Offline
High Mileage

Central Ohio, USA
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
They need no support. The shock upper holds them off the tire.

The fit is really tight and stable with the side benefit of not requiring signal relocation.
06-14-2015 12:12 PM
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Django Offline
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Germany
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
(06-13-2015 05:44 PM)The ferret Wrote:  Tourmaster Select for me as well. Never notice the strap.
Well, that could be a hint, that there's good enough cushioning at the back end. Big Grin

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06-14-2015 01:45 PM
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1100rider Offline
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
Thanks guys
06-14-2015 06:31 PM
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DJS Offline
Running Like a Top

Long Island NY
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
İmage
the bags on my bike are from a buell blast.
i had to cut the straps , but sewed velcro on each side and they attach under the seat.
bags are small , but usefull.
easy on easy off.

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06-15-2015 05:53 AM
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glynb Offline
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Bossier City, La.
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RE: Soft Saddlebags
(06-13-2015 08:27 PM)Frulk Wrote:  I have the same Tourmaster soft Luggage. They also mount under the seat. Take the seat off. Put your luggage across the back of the bike. Adjust as needed and replace seat. Plenty of room between the exhaust and also doesn't interfere with the blinkers. Also works with my aftermarket café seat. Shown in the pic with the raincovers on.

İmage

Do the Tourmaster Select bags fit OK with the Honda rear rack installed. I plan on mounting them with the straps under the seat as seen above.

Thanks in advance.

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06-15-2015 07:11 PM
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