What type of Saddlebags fit

[Transam]

Well I'm sick of the backpack now and I can't afford the hard bags.
I'd like to get either some textile or leather saddlebags that will fit
the Max. I plan on doing the relocate for the turn signals so now I
need to find some bags. I have Supertrapps on the bike and they seem
to point up-wards more than the stockers. I'd like something that I
can slip under the pillion, will zip off and be lockable somehow so
they can't walk away or be opened when I leave the bike unattended.
I don't mind putting on supports if needed but not sure if the universal
ones I've seen at Dennis Kirk will work. I know it's a tall order but has
anyone out there done this ? Tried to do the search but really couldn't
find anything. :ummm:
Thanks in advance,
Chris

 

[Redbone]

What kind of material are you looking for? Leather, plastic, cloth? Do you have a sissy bar to fasten a seatpack too? There are quite a few posts on here regarding different setups and how to "do" what they did.
Try the search word "saddlebags". :thumbs up:

 

[maxcruiser]

Here's the small set of saddlebags that I have on - also have a larger set but no pics right now - used the signal stalks and the upper shock mounts as bolting points - riveted a piece of plexiglass on the inside back panel for strength - they don't lock in anyway, but come off in a couple of minutes (2 bolts holding each one). Been using this set up for years with good results.


Mike

 

[gamorg02]

these work fine:

http://www.dowco-inc.com/products/power_sports/rally_pack/

i bought the top three products for around $130 package deal about a yr and a half ago from the local yamaha dealer. the saddlebags work pretty nice for what they are, have only used them a couple times on the max tho...

 

[Transam]

Thanks Redbone,
Not sure what I typed in earlier, thought it was saddlebags but not much
showed up. Just typed it in and a bunch of threads popped up.
Textile or leather, I have the factory sissybar and just got a luggage rack
off fleabay. The new rack is pretty small and sits up too high for my tastes.
Looking at building new mounting brackets to lower it so I could mount
a sissybar bag.
Thank again,
Chris

What kind of material are you looking for? Leather, plastic, cloth? Do you have a sissy bar to fasten a seatpack too? There are quite a few posts on here regarding different setups and how to "do" what they did.
Try the search word "saddlebags". :thumbs up:

 

[Transam]

Hey that is a sharp setup. I found a set of saddleman bags that have
all the features I want. I was thinking I could use your idea but make
the plate on the outside of the bag, just as a support. Not sure if I
would want to cut holes in the bags. It sure looks nice ond clean though.
That may be the way to go. I attached the pic of the saddlemans.
Also has anyone seen these bag supports anywhere ? Anyone
try these ?
Thanks Mike

Here's the small set of saddlebags that I have on - also have a larger set but no pics right now - used the signal stalks and the upper shock mounts as bolting points - riveted a piece of plexiglass on the inside back panel for strength - they don't lock in anyway, but come off in a couple of minutes (2 bolts holding each one). Been using this set up for years with good results.


Mike

 

[m-cman]

I believe an outfit in Canada used to make those bag supports. Sold on eBay for a while but stopped some time ago (At least a year). I emailed them asking if they were going to make more but they never answered. They are the only supports I have ever seen for the Max in the 12 years I have been looking for Max accessories. A company in Germany called "Five Star" used to make brackets for Givi saddlebags (which are great), but also stopped. A guy in England makes brackets that allow the use of Givi WingRacks but these stick up way too far and look terrible. I have used fabric bags with success. I moved my signals to a bracket on the license plate to make room for the bags.

 

[Redbone]

I know you just bought a factory sissy bar rack but I saw this Mek rack and thought it looked pretty good. There is also the Renntec rack that fits closer to the vmax lines.

 

[richwrench]

I use Willy & Max small slant bags - they fit great. I have an old pic in here somewhere. I don't keep them on all the time - only when needed. Just pop off the rear seat & drop them on once they're fitted. Bought from Dennis Kirk or JC Whitney - can't remember for sure. Check the old posts...

 

[Transam]

Hi Mike,
Were your saddlebags originally throw overs that you cut the yoke off
or were they zip offs? What guage of aluminum did you use on the bags
and bottoms ? Kinda leaning your way on mounts unless I can fab up
another support.
thanks,
Chris

Here's the small set of saddlebags that I have on - also have a larger set but no pics right now - used the signal stalks and the upper shock mounts as bolting points - riveted a piece of plexiglass on the inside back panel for strength - they don't lock in anyway, but come off in a couple of minutes (2 bolts holding each one). Been using this set up for years with good results.


Mike

 

[vmaxride06]

Bout these? Stuck here @ work, will upload link when I get home.

 

[Transam]

Hey , those are pretty interesting looking. Couldn't
see the logo are they Nellson Riggs ? Are those pieces
on the back fiberglass or what ?
Thanks,
Chris

 

[Transam]

I read on here that Virago saddlebag support will work.
Is this right and if so does anyone know of a certain year.
Thanks again,
Chris

 

[vmaxride06]

Here is the Link Chris.
I do not run these, But found them and others @ Aerostich

http://www.aerostich.com/product.php?productid=16156

http://www.aerostich.com/home.php?cat=280


Looks like Fiberglass or a Hard Plastic. I'm still shopping, but these are on the short list, easy on and off. Go inside @ night when traveling.

Chris

 

[maxcruiser]

Hi Mike,
Were your saddlebags originally throw overs that you cut the yoke off
or were they zip offs? What guage of aluminum did you use on the bags
and bottoms ? Kinda leaning your way on mounts unless I can fab up
another support.
thanks,
Chris

I cut off the throw over staps on the small bags (ones in picture) but not on the large bags that I have. I left them on the big bags and they go over the pillion seat for extra support.

Used plexiglass on the inside back panel of saddlebag - fastened in place with aluminum rivets - the other plastic you see on the bottom and sides was already there from the factory.

The saddlebags in the pictures are Willie & Max slant bags.

If you decide to go this way - let me know and I can provide more details if needed.

Mike

 

[Heretic]

http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=2478&highlight=muscle+tourer

I installed some bags last year. Follow the link for crappy night time pics. I created by own brackets using a strip of steel bent into an 'L' shape and bolted to the factory turn signal holes. I moved the turn signals to other L shaped brackets mounted to the license plate frame. Works well and looks decent.

 

[Transam]

Thanks everyone for the ideas. I'm thinking of using a version
of Maxcruisers mounts. Figured I could build it just like Mikes
but leave the fiberglass plate externally mounted. I could
then drap the bags over them like traditional mounts. Then
I could attach velcro to the plate & bags to keep them
from flopping around. That way I could unzip and carry them
with me easily. If that doesn't work then I could attach them internally
like Mike did. When I get this project up and running I'll take
some pics and see how it turns out. Props to all for the ideas and
special props to Mike.
Thanks,
Chris