Owen Posted November 1, 2009 Share #1 Posted November 1, 2009 I went to the Texas Loan Star Rally this saturday. What a sideshow! I loved it! One of the things I saw where these HD saddle bag guard pouches and bottle holders. http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0465.jpg I have no room for a cup holder on the handlebars and I have been looking for an answer... http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0488.jpg I knew they would be too long to fit the RSV but the price was right and there was no sign of 'HD' on it anywhere. I decided to us my degree in Fred-N-Barny engineering to make it fit. I picked up some snaps from the local hardware and using my Fred-N-Barny tools, I managed to come up with a nice addition to the bike. http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0470.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0473.jpg The top portion of the bag snapped right in place and fit fine. Note that these bags come in 'left or right side' versions. This is a 'right' side bag. http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0471.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0474.jpg I simply folded the lower tab over so it fit snugly and using a hollow punch I made the holes for the snaps. http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0476.jpg After affixing the snaps I trimmed the tab for a better appearance. http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0477.jpg Here you can also see where I removed 2 original snaps. http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0478.jpg I am pleased with the results. http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0480.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0481.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0483.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0486.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0487.jpg Now to find a 'left' with only one large pouch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eazyduzzit Posted November 1, 2009 Share #2 Posted November 1, 2009 Fine example of Yankee engineering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LilBeaver Posted November 1, 2009 Share #3 Posted November 1, 2009 Very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chezley Posted November 1, 2009 Share #4 Posted November 1, 2009 Cool Owen Neat job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Eagle Posted November 2, 2009 Share #5 Posted November 2, 2009 great job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaking Posted November 2, 2009 Share #6 Posted November 2, 2009 OOOOOOH I SO want one... is it available at HD shops or is this an online thing? wow.. I likes.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share #7 Posted November 2, 2009 OOOOOOH I SO want one... is it available at HD shops or is this an online thing? wow.. I likes.. I see them on ebay for $30 or less. At the rally they were $26 I think and no shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave77459 Posted November 2, 2009 Share #8 Posted November 2, 2009 I saw that very bottle holder, and told the guy it wouldn't fit my bike. Great job on the engineering! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaking Posted November 2, 2009 Share #9 Posted November 2, 2009 I see them on ebay for $30 or less. At the rally they were $26 I think and no shipping. I'm only seeing the $70 ones.. Would love to get one at $30.. Good Job M8!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share #10 Posted November 2, 2009 I'm only seeing the $70 ones.. Would love to get one at $30.. Good Job M8!! Here is one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaking Posted November 2, 2009 Share #11 Posted November 2, 2009 Here is one... Sir, I thank you!! This one never showed up on any of the searches I did.. odd that.. Nonetheless.. another winter project to tinker with =) Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiteSquid Posted November 2, 2009 Share #12 Posted November 2, 2009 I want one for the left and the right, but made of water proof leather..... does anybody have a source, as I cannot find them with an Internet search. Thanks in advance. BTW are those the ones for the Road King or the Ultra???? I understand they are different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birin Posted November 2, 2009 Share #13 Posted November 2, 2009 How about this? http://www.acehighleathers.com/web-content/Pages/Other_fun_Stuff.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronhenry4 Posted November 2, 2009 Share #14 Posted November 2, 2009 So are you taking orders to make these for those of us with no talent:buttkick: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DONATALIE Posted November 3, 2009 Share #15 Posted November 3, 2009 Check out this part number, 22340G, at jcwhitney.com. They are currently $51 each side. They are made by River Road (good quality), and they fit my 2000 RSV perfectly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted November 3, 2009 Author Share #16 Posted November 3, 2009 Check out this part number, 22340G, at jcwhitney.com. They are currently $51 each side. They are made by River Road (good quality), and they fit my 2000 RSV perfectly. I checked that link. It's description says ten inch height, that looks like the correct length. The one I picked up fits an HD and it was 12". Thus the Fred-N-Barny fix... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMIKE Posted November 3, 2009 Share #17 Posted November 3, 2009 I had talked to Troy Savoie about building some of these for my bike...he is a member here. He talked like he could build them fairly cheaper that that other website listed with a pouch for a water bottle and another pouch for sunglasses or a paperback book. He disappeared for a while...then got back with me and he had been in the hospital with gall bladder surgery...said it was gonna take him a week or so to get back on his feet and back to work... I have emailed him a few times after that...and had no reply...concerned about him... he still has some stuff on ebay...fairing bras and saddle bag covers...but no water bottle bags http://www.tscustomleather.com I do not know what is going on..he is a very talented individual...and could make some money with the folks on the site for a water bottle bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMIKE Posted November 3, 2009 Share #18 Posted November 3, 2009 Check out this part number, 22340G, at jcwhitney.com. They are currently $51 each side. They are made by River Road (good quality), and they fit my 2000 RSV perfectly. What?...I ordered some of these that were supposed to fit a RSV and it did not even come close to fitting...it was made for a harley..so I paid to ship them back cause them crazy folks told me they were for a harley only... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Annie Posted November 6, 2009 Share #19 Posted November 6, 2009 I had talked to Troy Savoie about building some of these for my bike...he is a member here. He talked like he could build them fairly cheaper that that other website listed with a pouch for a water bottle and another pouch for sunglasses or a paperback book. He disappeared for a while...then got back with me and he had been in the hospital with gall bladder surgery...said it was gonna take him a week or so to get back on his feet and back to work... I have emailed him a few times after that...and had no reply...concerned about him... he still has some stuff on ebay...fairing bras and saddle bag covers...but no water bottle bags http://www.tscustomleather.com I do not know what is going on..he is a very talented individual...and could make some money with the folks on the site for a water bottle bag. He also helped me out with a special order Gosh hope he is okay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Annie Posted November 9, 2009 Share #20 Posted November 9, 2009 Emailed Troy and he said all going good now that gall bladder removed. Even lost a few pounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trimster Posted November 10, 2009 Share #21 Posted November 10, 2009 I have the one from Ace High Leathers... for 2 yrs. now. First... outstanding build quality. It's the best leather I have ever seen. Fits perfectly, snaps on and off in seconds. I had nanci put red trim on the top so it matched the bike paint. I would suggest you get the left side mount. I did not think about this on our last trip, but getting to the water with the left hand is easier than taking you hand off the throttle and reaching back. Also, passengers find these irritating to the back of their legs and feet. I pull mine off when 2 up. Disclaimer: I do the web site for AceHighLeathers.com as a favor to Nanci. We bought their RSV. She is one talented leather worker. I just designed a mud flap, she built it... it's pretty nice looking. I'll post photos when I get the final version installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted November 10, 2009 Share #22 Posted November 10, 2009 I agree about it bothering the passenger. I have a holder on my handlebars that is very easy to get to. I have one of the original Hopnel holders that attaches to the rear crash bars. Eileen said that it was always in her way so I removed it long ago. It looks like a nice idea but just didn't work out for us. It was actually given to me by Bob Dakin who removed it because Becky didn't like it there either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Annie Posted November 17, 2009 Share #23 Posted November 17, 2009 Troy is happy to make these for members BUT doesn't have rear crash bars on his bike!! If someone could send him one to get measurements from he could make them for you all. troy@scustomleather.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chinto Posted November 17, 2009 Share #24 Posted November 17, 2009 If anyone is interested in doing the crash guard bottle holder conversion that Owen shows on this thread, I have a left and right set that look just like the one Owen converted to fit his RSV. I had bought these at a bike show this past February thinking they would fit. I have decided not to put them on. They have never been used so they are in brand new condition. I paid $45.00 for the pair at the show. I would sell this set for the same $45 plus shipping. Just to be clear they will definitely need Owen's conversion to make them fit on the crash bar. If you interested just PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
distancerider Posted November 17, 2009 Share #25 Posted November 17, 2009 U da man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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