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[PR3VS56]

It's too bad you couldn't make them work.  I mean really!

It took me quite a while to get the Bitubo's set up, but now that they're dialed in it is such a nice ride.  I just got in from an aggressive ride through twisties, then easy does it to home.  SO nice.  AK-20's comin' next.  Just sorry I didn't have time to get the AK's done before Sturgis. 

[RayG]

Here is how I mounted my by bags to the bracket eliminating those funky little fasteners. I'll admit when they work they are a cool little fastener, however, they do not provide the protection I was looking for. My solution is simple but not exactly easy on the eyes when the bags are off. I'm sure there are better ways of doing it to look cleaner. If you look at the photos you will notice that they stay on there all the time. When I want to remove the bags I use a 5/8" socket to loosen the aircraft nuts and slide the bags off the studs. When I install the bags I make sure I put a washer on the stud then line up the bags rubber grommet with the stud and gently push it through. It may not be for everbody. The hardware I use is as follows; (4) 1-1/2"L x 1/2" make sure they are threaded the full length, I had to use my threading kit but you may be able to purchase them fully threaded. (4) jam nuts, low profile. If I knew a machinist I could get them even thinner. (4) 1/2" aircraft nuts. (12) fender washers. Do not use lock washers as you don't want to get them that tight. Hint, since I have been known to have the dropsies from time to time I have a few extra parts in my tool kit. Do not overtighten. I used 1/2 thread size because that is what I had on hand, I'm sure a smaller size would be adequate. If someone is shopping for saddle bags they will find mine a little more challenging and may move on.   

Ray G

[Traxxion Dynamics]

Also, in an attempt to be shamelessly cheap and selfish here (and beat everyone else to it), any chance this pair is going to be offered at a discount for all the miles they've covered (in a UPS truck )?

Quick thinking!   

That set has some scrapes on the resi's. One of my dealers is trying that set out. I will let you know if they come back, but I don't think they will. If they do, they will be discounted, and you'll have first dibs.

[Twolanerider]

Quick thinking!   

That set has some scrapes on the resi's. One of my dealers is trying that set out. I will let you know if they come back, but I don't think they will. If they do, they will be discounted, and you'll have first dibs.

Cool.  Either message here or give a call.  In your database as Don Carey.  The schmuck who was the one to find you guys and lead all this merry CVO crowd your way. 

Crap.  Maybe I shouldn't have told him that?

What the hell, I want another set of these shocks for the other bike anyway.....

[PR3VS56]

Here is how I mounted my by bags to the bracket eliminating those funky little fasteners. I'll admit when they work they are a cool little fastener, however, they do not provide the protection I was looking for. My solution is simple but not exactly easy on the eyes when the bags are off. I'm sure there are better ways of doing it to look cleaner. If you look at the photos you will notice that they stay on there all the time. When I want to remove the bags I use a 5/8" socket to loosen the aircraft nuts and slide the bags off the studs. When I install the bags I make sure I put a washer on the stud then line up the bags rubber grommet with the stud and gently push it through. It may not be for everbody. The hardware I use is as follows; (4) 1-1/2"L x 1/2" make sure they are threaded the full length, I had to use my threading kit but you may be able to purchase them fully threaded. (4) jam nuts, low profile. If I knew a machinist I could get them even thinner. (4) 1/2" aircraft nuts. (12) fender washers. Do not use lock washers as you don't want to get them that tight. Hint, since I have been known to have the dropsies from time to time I have a few extra parts in my tool kit. Do not overtighten. I used 1/2 thread size because that is what I had on hand, I'm sure a smaller size would be adequate. If someone is shopping for saddle bags they will find mine a little more challenging and may move on.   

Ray G

I like it, and will likely do the same (or a similar version w/quick disconnect from inside the bag).  Thanks for the tip!

[deaf1]

Here are some pics of a shock w/o a external reservoir look like.. There just isnt any room for the Bitubo shock to work on a 08.  Sorry about the small image size...

[deaf1]

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