Leatherworks Swing Arm Bag

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UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · Jul 4, 2012

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I decided to buy the same swing arm bag as a couple of other members have. It is a nice bag and the leather is super stout and it seems that it will last a long time.

Here is the bag and 4 leather straps that come with it.

By rage1973 at 2012-07-04

One great thing about this bad is it has quick releases under the straps. Makes it very easy to open and close.

By rage1973 at 2012-07-04

I decided to fab up an additional bracket (the bigger one) so help secure it to the bike.

By rage1973 at 2012-07-04

This is where I put the additional bracket. It really helped support the bag.

By rage1973 at 2012-07-04

Top view
You will also see that I used some thick zip ties for the bottom of the bag.

By rage1973 at 2012-07-04

All done and buttoned up.

By rage1973 at 2012-07-04

As I was rolling back into the garage, I realized something...lol... I need to loosen the zip ties a little because the swing arm and rear peg mounts move independently....lol... That was a great brainfart.. So tomorrow I will probably put the leather straps on the bottom.

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strykenshane

· #2 · Jul 4, 2012

Looks great, you'll be shocked how handy that little bag is

UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · #3 · Jul 4, 2012

StrykenShane said:
Looks great, you'll be shocked how handy that little bag is

Thanks again for taking the time and answering the questions I had about it.

Minibob

· #4 · Jul 5, 2012

Looks nice. I think the internal bracket is a good idea. Where did you buy yours from? I'm planning on getting one.

strykenshane

· #5 · Jul 5, 2012

UrbanRage said:
StrykenShane said:

Looks great, you'll be shocked how handy that little bag is

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Thanks again for taking the time and answering the questions I had about it.

No problem

robertm

· #6 · Jul 5, 2012

Looking great - i will do the same , but instead a swing arm bag i will use a tool bag i bought ( just waiting for it to be delivered ) - will use 2 brackets as well , but since my bag is not as tall as Yours no need for additional zip ties on the bottom - i really like the location were the bag is mounted - is a clean look - and i love it - great job - i will post a pic or two when i am done with mine ------- can`t wait for mine to be installed so i can empty my packets when riding

))

BOOLSHOT

· #7 · Jul 5, 2012

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Here is where I mounted a tool bag. It's up a little higher than the swing arm.

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Frag

· #8 · Jul 5, 2012

I REALLY love the look of that bag. I wonder if its in the way for the passenger foot though .... Any comments on that!?

UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · #9 · Jul 5, 2012

Frag said:
I REALLY love the look of that bag. I wonder if its in the way for the passenger foot though .... Any comments on that!?

There is enough room for the passengers foot. Would you like a closer picture with the peg down?

UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · #10 · Jul 5, 2012

minibob said:
Looks nice. I think the internal bracket is a good idea. Where did you buy yours from? I'm planning on getting one.

Here you go,
http://www.jpcycles.com/product/831-260

UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · #11 · Jul 5, 2012

RobertM said:
Looking great - i will do the same , but instead a swing arm bag i will use a tool bag i bought ( just waiting for it to be delivered ) - will use 2 brackets as well , but since my bag is not as tall as Yours no need for additional zip ties on the bottom - i really like the location were the bag is mounted - is a clean look - and i love it - great job - i will post a pic or two when i am done with mine ------- can`t wait for mine to be installed so i can empty my packets when riding ))

Thanks man, yeah post some pics up once you get it installed.

Frag

· #12 · Jul 5, 2012

UrbanRage said:
Frag said:

I REALLY love the look of that bag. I wonder if its in the way for the passenger foot though .... Any comments on that!?

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There is enough room for the passengers foot. Would you like a closer picture with the peg down?

For sure thanks! I am seriously considering that bag!

bozzly

· #13 · Jul 5, 2012

Your bike is looking real nice Urban. That bag looks sweet on there.

UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · #14 · Jul 5, 2012

Frag said:
UrbanRage said:

Frag said:

I REALLY love the look of that bag. I wonder if its in the way for the passenger foot though .... Any comments on that!?

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There is enough room for the passengers foot. Would you like a closer picture with the peg down?

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For sure thanks! I am seriously considering that bag!

Here are the pics you have asked for. I don't ride 2up but if I did, I am sure it would get a little uncomfortable for the passenger. Easy fix though, just make the top bracket that comes off the peg support longer. It wouldn't take much maybe one or two inches.

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UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · #15 · Jul 5, 2012

Bozzly said:
Your bike is looking real nice Urban. That bag looks sweet on there.

Thanks Boz

straightjacket

· #16 · Jul 5, 2012

Ya, I'm diggin those bags also! That was one of the first things I wanted to do to mine and have just never gotten around to it?
Looks good, I'll have to check it out tomorrow.

UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · #17 · Jul 5, 2012

yeah man definatly...

BOOLSHOT

· #18 · Jul 5, 2012

I think it looks great too, I'm just a cheap bastard, and that bag is kind of expensive. Unfortunately I am cheap because I don't have the extra cash, not just because... LOL

UrbanRage

Discussion Starter · #19 · Jul 5, 2012

The zip tie problem was an easy fix. I cut the hooks off a black bunjee cord and tied one end knot. Then I pulled the untied end through a washer, out of the bag, around the swingarm, back into the bag and finally back through the washer. Once I got the tension right, I tied a knot in the other end and BOO-BAM.. done.. Seems to work awesome and I will find out tomorrow on my 3 hour ride up to Straightjackets place.

ratboy

· #20 · Jul 7, 2012

Nice job, Urban. Gotta say its my favorite mod on my bike.

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