| Author | Message | ||
     Rockstarblast1 |
ok well im most likely goinbg to need somethin to put gear in for when i go on longer trips this summer, i see the saddle bags that buell has show that they also fit the firebolt and are like 220 bucks or something. but then i saw that the firebolt has another type of saddle bag that look like a harder shell and are only 130 bucks or so. but they dont say they can fit the 1125r..... why would this be? one kind does but the other doesnt. what is everone here using? also compared to stock how is the custom firebolt seat? how about the corbin? i have read the other threads about fitting some had no problem others have one heck of a time. i just want to know the diff between the 2. thanks chris | ||
| Jaimec |
Those other bags are so small as to be damn near worthless from what I've seen. I just bought the new ones and they look like they'll hold a lot more (and be easier to pack too). For a lot less money, though, I found these bags fit just fine. I used them for a few years on my XB12Ss. See photo below:  | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
how exactly do thoes mount? do you know how the buell ones mount? | ||
| Xl1200r |
Rock - the cheaper Buell bags use a bracket that mounts to the undertail of the bike for support, and the undertail of the 1125 and Firebolt are not the same. | ||
| Jaimec |
The Dowco bags are "Universal Fit." There are four straps (two for each bag). The front two fasten to the footpeg mounts, and the rear ones are fastened to the rear reflector brackets (which double as rear tie-down points). There is a heavy duty velcro strap that attaches the two bags to one another and slings across the back seat. VERY simple. The duffel above was lashed down with two nylon belts that actually wrapped under the saddlebag straps and over the duffel. With that setup, I can pack enough for a week on the road including camping gear. | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
now with the dowco bags it looks as if a rear passanger is outof the question. is this true? | ||
| Jaimec |
Yeah, same holds true for the new Buell bags, too. Those bikes really weren't made for extended two-up touring. If you want to do that, look at either the XB12XT or another brand of motorcycle. | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
Well if its a long trip it will just be me. But when I go out all day and want 2 take the girl friend it would be nice to have a place for us to bring an extra sweat shirt or misc stuff. Not a lot | ||
| Carbonbigfoot |
Tank bag, or get her a backpack! R | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
That would go over great! ....... Hey hun here wear this back pack... I can see it alll ready lol | ||
| Jaimec |
Well, it wouldn't be like you'd be asking her to carry your tools! How much could a sweatshirt or two weigh?? I suppose you could wear it... but then she wouldn't be able to cuddle up with you as much on the ride... | ||
| Bob_thompson |
Chris, pictured below is what I did for those "little longer" rides where I need a few extras like rain gear, camera, drink/snacks, etc. Their from Nelson-Rigg for about $85.00. I like the looks also. Bob  | ||
| Mikellyjo |
You might want to try and rig a standard backpack up like I did. Basically its a couple of carabeener key chains bolted through the back air box cover bolts and the belly strap around the triple. It worked great for my trip to cali and back. And hold a ton of stuff. Plus it makes a good resting spot for those long stretches of nothing on the road.    | ||
| Jaimec |
Bob, Those bags don't look any better than the Dowco bags I mentioned as far as passenger accommodations. How does your pillion get her feet on the footpegs when they're so far behind the front of the bags? Chris' concern wasn't for long solo trips, but for trips with his sweetie on the back. | ||
| Bob_thompson |
Good question Jaimec. Actually when the wife rides with me the hard pillon cover is removed, naturally, and the bags are moved rearward some to accommodate her feet. That particular picture was for one of my long solo rides. Although maybe not practical for very large people. I really like your setup also but I think Chris was looking for something not so big. Maybe a good size tank bag would indeed be better. Nice work bud. Bob | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
i dont really know what im looking for. i know i like the looks of sadlle bags alot better then a tank bag. and they can fit a good amount more then a tank bag. i just thought if i could have saddle bags and a passenger it would be great.becuase i could throw a lunch and hoodie in it when going to work. or rain gear, or when ever i went on long trips i have room. but also if me and the girlfriend went for a ride 20min-an hr or so,and we have a few extra things i could use it also. thats what imlooking for. but it really doesnt sound like the 2 go together lol | ||
| Marcodesade |
I also have the Nelson-Rigg and, although I haven't tried it yest, I think by turning the bags around so the angled side is forward, you would afford access to the passenger pegs. Like I said, haven't tried it yet. For now we use a backpack. For solo riding though, the product rocks, and for less than 1/2 the price of the Buell bags. | ||
| Jaimec |
These are a possibility, though I can't guarantee how they'd fit, or if they'd get too close to the headers. You can order them, and if they don't fit you can always send it back for a full refund. | ||
| Ponti1 |
No way man...Those might scuff my pods!! EDIT: I'm looking for some good bags too for the haul out to Homecoming. How big are the Buell bags compared to the large and small sets posted in the photos above? Do these all have some kind of permanent support bracket that stays on when you remove the bags, or do they come completely off with ease? (Message edited by ponti1 on March 12, 2009) | ||
| Ccryder |
You can always go to this extreme ;+} :    I started with the Firstgear bags and they worked pretty good. I'm just a frustrated S3T bagger Rider so I decided to go this route with the Givi V35 bags. Later Neil S. | ||
| Ponti1 |
Neil, I have always liked your setup in the looks department, but want something less permanent. Got any pics or review of the Firstgear bags posted anywhere? | ||
| Marcodesade |
The Nelson-Rigg bags are secured with 4 straps --- which you can attach together over the wheel to make it a 30-second assembly/disassembly deal. Handles make carrying it off just like holding a sports bag. | ||
| Jaimec |
Andrew, The latest Buell bags leave nothing permanent on the bike (like the bags for my M2 Cyclone required). However, I wouldn't exactly call them "Easy on/Easy off" either. Still, they are sufficiently large, and expand even farther via a zippered expansion zone, that I don't think I'll have a problem packing everything I NEED (packing everything I'd WANT is another story entirely). If I need more than the tank bag and saddle bags provide, I'm sure my duffel solution (pictured above) would work just as well on the 1125R as it did on the XB12Ss. | ||
| Ccryder |
1st Gear:   Neil S. | ||
| Donutclub |
Here's the Cortech bags with the a Tour Master tankbag...........last July.  | ||
| Zac4mac |
Bought a set of soft bags off the interweb last year - 80 bucks. Oxford "First Time" panniers and a T-Bags "Texan Deluxe" for a tailbag that I had for my Wide-Glide. Leaving for South Texas  Another trip last year - You should know where this is...  Cheap solution, worked VERY well. Zack | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
thoes cortech bags look pretty good! if they were black id like em even better , where did you get them and how much? i also like the hard bags the v35 or what ever but they look pricy. | ||
| Donutclub |
The Cortech bags come in different colors. I purchased mine from here: http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/71/5241/I TEM/Tour-Master-Cortech-Sport-Saddlebag.aspx The were a bit pricey, but they work quite well. However, they are not waterproof....even with the cover that is included with the bags. I would highly recommend using large zip-lock plastic bags with anything that you don't want to get wet. This is true of any bag system (hard or soft). | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
what if you took some fabric spray and waterproofed them? like what you would use on camping gear or boots, or tents, that type of stuff. just a though but that really isnt a major issue. comparedto other bagslike the buell one it isnt too expensive. and thats where i found them that and free shipping | ||
| Jaimec |
I've learned no matter what you do to waterproof the bags, NOTHING works better than putting your stuff in plastic garbage bags first, THEN putting the plastic-wrapped stuff inside the bags. Doesn't seem to matter who makes the bags, or what you do to waterproof them. Learned this the hard way on the Ramapo 500 a few years back. |
