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Offline pchchico

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I would like some opiniions  suggestions and reviews  of  some saddlebags that would fit nicely on my  1973 CB500.  It has a flat seat and no sissy bar.  It has an aftermarket 4-1 exhaust but i have plenty of clearance.  I only need them occasionally not everyday,  so bigger ones are prefered.  The only real concern i have is how they fit with the rear turnsignal stalks. 
my requirements are :
less that $150, although used is fine also.   
soft nylon
no brackets or hardware needed
prefer 30 liter or bigger sized
somewhat easy to put on and take off.



Offline Schnell

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Re: Suggestions / reviews on saddlebags that fit our classic hondas
« Reply #1 on: May 24, 2013, 10:10:20 AM »
For more options, move the rear turn signal stalks. They are in the way.
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Offline Duanob

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Re: Suggestions / reviews on saddlebags that fit our classic hondas
« Reply #2 on: May 24, 2013, 10:16:25 AM »
If you get soft bags get the ones with one fat strap and slide it under the seat. I got a set I don't remember the brand name but I had to butcher the strapping up and add straps to make them work. The seat lock, the intake restricter hole, signals, exhaust, etc etc all had to be accomodated. they do fit under the turn signals and above the 4 x 4 exhaust.
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Re: Suggestions / reviews on saddlebags that fit our classic hondas
« Reply #3 on: May 24, 2013, 10:21:19 AM »
It's extra work to install and remove, but don't discount some vintage hard bags. Locking storage is a wonderful thing on a trip.
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