has anybody installed the tri glide saddle bags from HD. The dealer wants 2 1/2 hours to install them. I do not want to try to install the with velcro. Thanks
tri glide saddle bags
- Thread starter Graningwood
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Quite a few people reported that when the dealer installed them they put them on crooked there might be something missing in the directions and also to put them on without velcro holes have to be drilled in the fender
Unless you use a sky hook, good 3M sticky Velcro should work. Use the wide one.
Or as Bob stated, bolt and nut. Not a fan of that method if avoidable .
Or as Bob stated, bolt and nut. Not a fan of that method if avoidable .
I installed mine using the 3M DUAL LOCK strips and they have held up great with no issues. This stuff IS NOT VELCRO.
No holes drilled!!!! (My verticals lock to my horizontals .... otherwise it would damn near be impossible to pop them off!!!) Same stuff as EZ-Pass connection to windshields.
The template supplied with the kit is very poor .... and I have seen Dealers really botch the job of a drilled install.
https://www.itapestore.com/3M-dual-lock-by-the-yard.aspx
No holes drilled!!!! (My verticals lock to my horizontals .... otherwise it would damn near be impossible to pop them off!!!) Same stuff as EZ-Pass connection to windshields.
The template supplied with the kit is very poor .... and I have seen Dealers really botch the job of a drilled install.
https://www.itapestore.com/3M-dual-lock-by-the-yard.aspx
3M dual lock. I like that idea , It’s also easier to clean the debris out of with a nail brush, as Velcro is not cleanable, once dirty, N/ G .
I had a set put on my 2012 TG and the dealer installed them crooked. There was a set missing from the instructions. They corrected it. On my 2014 they got it right.
I have absolutely no problem putting a couple holes in the fender - what's the problem?? There are already holes in them.
I agree, the plastic Velcro type tape that comes with the I-Pass is great stuff and will hold a ton - BUT - the $#@% adhesive (on any type tape) isn't worth $hit. I have had many items come unglued due to the heat. So I will NEVER trust tape again no matter what the guaranty says. Fool me once.......etc. I love the security and peace of mind a nut and bolt give. When it comes to my cameras etc., I ain't takin' a chance.
HDBOB, looks great - that's the way the bags should look.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
I have absolutely no problem putting a couple holes in the fender - what's the problem?? There are already holes in them.
I agree, the plastic Velcro type tape that comes with the I-Pass is great stuff and will hold a ton - BUT - the $#@% adhesive (on any type tape) isn't worth $hit. I have had many items come unglued due to the heat. So I will NEVER trust tape again no matter what the guaranty says. Fool me once.......etc. I love the security and peace of mind a nut and bolt give. When it comes to my cameras etc., I ain't takin' a chance.
HDBOB, looks great - that's the way the bags should look.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
Yep, Did mine on my T/G a couple of weeks ago....got the HD bags from Dealer...the bags come with mounting brackets and paper cut out jig....tried the "Velcro type" mount but didnt like it as I felt they stuck out too far from the body....and I noticed that due to the slightly concave design of the body, the velcro only actually sticks on certain center spots.
....Soooooo, I just got the drilled out and took the plunge and installed the bags per Harley instructions.........Now, I moved the 2 bottom drill hanger holes 1/2 inch towards the center of the trike...................this allowed the outside edge of the bags to"Not get so close" to the outside edge of the trike body.....Improved look (I think).
....do the top hole of each bag LAST of course! ...All the holes can be wobbled out a bit too allow for more perfect final alignment.......go slow!!!!!
.....took me 2 days to get the courage to drill first hole.....took 3 hrs or so to fish job to my liking.............really not a hard job.
....glad I did the HD actual mounting.
....Soooooo, I just got the drilled out and took the plunge and installed the bags per Harley instructions.........Now, I moved the 2 bottom drill hanger holes 1/2 inch towards the center of the trike...................this allowed the outside edge of the bags to"Not get so close" to the outside edge of the trike body.....Improved look (I think).
....do the top hole of each bag LAST of course! ...All the holes can be wobbled out a bit too allow for more perfect final alignment.......go slow!!!!!
.....took me 2 days to get the courage to drill first hole.....took 3 hrs or so to fish job to my liking.............really not a hard job.
....glad I did the HD actual mounting.
Trike Saddlebags.
Purchased the Harley trike saddlebags for our 2015 TriGlide. The dealership wanted 2 hours of labor time to put these on. I elected to do it myself. Took less than an hour for both. TIP...lay down painters tape where you are going to drill your holes. It will leave them clean. Follow the instructions for the template placement and the rest is pretty easy!
Purchased the Harley trike saddlebags for our 2015 TriGlide. The dealership wanted 2 hours of labor time to put these on. I elected to do it myself. Took less than an hour for both. TIP...lay down painters tape where you are going to drill your holes. It will leave them clean. Follow the instructions for the template placement and the rest is pretty easy!
arnie
450+ Posts
I have had 3 trikes so far & have installed them myself on all 3. No problems just pay attention to what you're doing. Like someone earlier said, place some painters tape where you need to drill.
I had dealer include the bags and install them on my '15 TG...came out great. Told me that it took about 2.5 hours as they had to pull both back wheels to gain access to the inside of the fender. The quarter-turn lock is really nice when you want to take the bags into a hotel room or tent for the night.I agree with not trusting Velcro or other hook-and-loop[ systems.
Those little things are called saddlebags?
What aggravates me is there are no pictures or videos on their website showing you how the darn kit works. I would never buy something from a company that doesn't even show the kit or instructions on their website. How the hell does this kit work and how do you install it? I could not even find a You Tube video on it. Thanks
I agree. If the bags are attached with some kind of tape, I would NEVER trust it to hold my very expensive camera as I do with the bolt on H-D bags.
I've seen the adds showing a man standing on the bags. I can be supported with a piece or folded paper without falling, but what happens if you jump up and down on that folded paper? It crushes and fails. How do the bags hold up under constant jerking??
I would love to see how these bags are attached.
I had them installed on my trike by the dealer in 2016. They still look good never had any issues with them and I use them al the time.
Do the bags interfere with your passenger?
I have had no complaints, but I usually don't ride with a passenger. Other people on this forum ride 2 up and have no problems.
I would never own a TG without these bags. Yes a little expensive but in my opinion worth every penny.
My wife complains more about the hand hold than anything.
The saddlebags don't get in the way.
Bob
can you still get your side cover off the trike?. Barry
nokkon wud
50+ Posts
Has anyone come up with a alternative to these high dollar Harley bags?
Got to be a cheaper solution.
Got to be a cheaper solution.
PanheadSteve
100+ Posts
Here’s a video of a guy mounting Saddleman bags.
i went with the HD bags and bought them from Surdyke. For about 20% off. I like the magnetic latch better on them since I can reach back and open while riding.
BKtrike
yes to both your questions
yes to both your questions
In regards to the Saddleman bags = it doesn't look any easier to install and they are way more inconvenient to access while riding. The price is great though. I highly recommend the H-D bags.
Plus the H-D bags can be removed for cleaning the bags and the fenders.
Did he say he had to go to a hardware store to get the mounting hardware??
Plus the H-D bags can be removed for cleaning the bags and the fenders.
Did he say he had to go to a hardware store to get the mounting hardware??
You'd think there would be......
I agonized quite a bit before pulling the trigger on these bags..... And agonized even longer before drilling that first hole in the fender..... But two months later, I really like them! The wife gets one for her camera. Allows her to pull it right out for pics during a ride..... I get the other, and use it for gloves / glasses and such when we get off the bike.
Overall very happy with the decision to purchase.
Chuck
windsurfed
150+ Posts
Great
I bought the HD Brand. Had the shop mount them. I love them. I like the magnetic closure especially. They are pricey but you tend to forget about the cost after you conveniently start using them..
I bought the HD Brand. Had the shop mount them. I love them. I like the magnetic closure especially. They are pricey but you tend to forget about the cost after you conveniently start using them..
Don't know why you agonized over drilling holes in the fender - H-D didn't when they drilled holes all over the rear body.
My Vette has hundreds of holes all over the body with no problems.
I also keep my camera in one of the bags and extra water, chap stick and a snack bar or two. All easily to get to while riding.
Like I said - once you have them, you wonder how you got along without them.
I think $250 would have been a better price. That's what a few of their throw-over leather bags cost and they're bigger.
Question for those that bolted them on. Was it necessary to remove rear wheels to install, or were you able to reach far enough to leave them on ? Have a set on order, And hoping I can get by without wheel removal.
arnie
450+ Posts
I installed mine without removing the wheel. Not a problem at all.
Thanks for reply, gives this old man hope.:clapping:
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