Hard bags on my RK Classic

I did not plan to spend money on this bike but a neighbor had these bags for $300 and I know the skirts cost that much alone so I bought em. But now I'm not sure I like em. The wife and other neighbor like them alot, but I'm not so sure.
What ya all think?

I have to get hardware for em so their on without the rubber bushings underneath.
Where do you think I should go to get hardware?

They look ok. I like the side view a lot. The ovals don't really quite go with the fillet of the bag though. I don't know if I could buy a lid for what you got the bags for. good deal

I think they look good


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here's a link for hardware probably more than you want to spend but should give you an idea.
looking at the bag prices here you did very well.
http://www.ridebikegear.com/hardware-latch-set-for-harley-touring-saddlebags-p-251.html

The kits I found on eBay are all from China and a quarter of the price from harley. I ordered a kit for 125. We'll see how good they are. The hinge is what worries me the most.

I ordered a lock set from the dealer to match me ignition.

I found out that harley sells the rear fender street glide extension for 120. Not bad really. And that's what I need to fill out the rear look. the bad part is the tail light for this extension is over $200.

Yeah, it always becomes one more thing to buy after another, but it appears you can carry more stuff. The bagger crowd is always looking to do that . What's next, a trunk? LOL .
I have read that other forum members found the Harley hinges are cheezy. Maybe the oriental hardware will have better hinges. Good luck!

I always thought the classic bags could hold more but now that I look compair side by side it looks like your right. I do like the fact that I can lock them.

It looks like you might not have to paint the bags, either - definitely a plus.

I like the look, but I'd likely remove those lower flares on the bottom if they can come off. They kind of ruin the flow of the lines at the rear. Side view looks nice, though, so what do I know. Some chrome latches and chrome trim and you're all set!

not a fan of the extensions...there just for looks. I'd stay away from Chinese anything and go with OEM MOCO.

+1 agree

I think you'll like the hardbags, got a couple buddies with RK's and they are looking to do the same,. I can tell you from what they have found you did well on the price. Myself, I don't care for the extensions,, on your's or anyone else's bike,, but that's just me. In the end, my opinion means nothing,, it's all what you like on your bike. Good buy I'd say.