Saddlebag Imperfections...what would you do? - Page 2

recumbentbob · 01-22-2012, 06:03 PM

I would pull the plugs fix the holes and have the bags dipped to look like carbon fiber.

This guy is close to me and his work is amazing. He does do MC parts.

http://www.duckvilleimaging.com/

danimal2 · 01-22-2012, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Rotorboy

You could pull the plugs and put some of these in there place.http://studsandspikes.com/buy/spikes.html

I got a set of these and I didn't care for them on my bike. I took em off and they're in the spare parts bin now.

**cnc** · 01-22-2012, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Monkeyman

Why's that? I don't plan on carrying anything on them. I've tried bending them as is but they won't give. I might have gotten a 1/4 degree more but that's not nearly enough. I was thinking (here I go again) if I cut the 2 center bars out they would be easier to bend. If I'm careful, I might be able to tape them up enough to use some of that fake chrome paint. If that didn't work, I could wrap the ends in leather. Of course, this is just me thinking again and you know how that usually goes.

[Monkeyman patiently waits for TC to comment.]

Chris as Steve says you will just ruin them if you cut them. If you can't bend them yourself, cut out a cardboard template of the curve of the saddle bag and take them to a machine shop. They should be able to bend them to shape with a hydraulic press in very little time.

**Top Cat** · 01-22-2012, 11:17 PM

Chris, forge the spikes they look stupid.
Forget the carbon fiber dip also. That would look real out of place on the bags with the rest of the bike painted.
Man, some of you guys have no taste at all.

Monkeyman · 01-23-2012, 03:18 AM

I never have been much for spikes or CF. I'll just paint the plugs and silicone them in place this year. If I can find a shop to rebend the rails, I'll probably do it. If not, I'll put them on a shelf and buy new ones. Next year when I get the bike repainted, I'll have someone fill the holes correctly. A bit beyond my talents.

dogleg · 01-23-2012, 08:13 AM

I think we’re missing the obvious for the rear holes. I’m thinking a pair for smoke screen and a pair for oil slick. The old game spyhunter comes to mind.

Dave · 01-23-2012, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Monkeyman

Other than having someone fill in the holes (and repaint...maybe next winter), what would you do?

I'd blow my brains out. It does look like a big deal.

mobandy78 · 01-23-2012, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by dogleg

I think we’re missing the obvious for the rear holes. I’m thinking a pair for smoke screen and a pair for oil slick. The old game spyhunter comes to mind.

Hell yea! How about a flame thrower for those cagers that follow too close?!

blowndodge · 01-23-2012, 11:28 AM

"I fixed it!"

Monkeyman · 01-23-2012, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

I'd blow my brains out.

Um. Ok?

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Originally Posted by bRowndodge

"I fixed it!"

What did you fix?

01-22-2012, 06:03 PM	#16
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01-23-2012, 03:18 AM	#20
Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	I never have been much for spikes or CF. I'll just paint the plugs and silicone them in place this year. If I can find a shop to rebend the rails, I'll probably do it. If not, I'll put them on a shelf and buy new ones. Next year when I get the bike repainted, I'll have someone fill the holes correctly. A bit beyond my talents. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-23-2012, 08:13 AM	#21
dogleg Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Columbus,OH Posts: 67	I think we’re missing the obvious for the rear holes. I’m thinking a pair for smoke screen and a pair for oil slick. The old game spyhunter comes to mind. __________________ Dave "Dogleg" Pettigrew VBA #01124 CVRA & AMA member Pataskala, OH 2006 Nomad 2011 Red Vaquero - Sold 2008 Nomad - Sold
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