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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

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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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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 :)))
 

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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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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.
 

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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?
For sure thanks! I am seriously considering that bag!
 

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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!?
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!
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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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.
 
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