Triumphrat

TheFixer

I am exploring options for adding smallish saddle bags to my Bonnie for day trips & commuting. I have it narrowed down to three choices: Cortech Sport, Nelson Riggs Silver Streak & Triumph sport bags (links to each below). I would prefer a frameless system, for easy on/off, which I think might knock the Triumph set out of the running.

I would like to know if any, or all, or these can be installed with the straps under the seat (as opposed to slung over it) thus allowing me to keep the cowl on the bike preserving the overall look of the it. I have seen several members mention each of these bags, so I am hoping someone with experience could help me out.

Thanks!

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http://www.cortechperformance.com/xc...?productid=149

https://www.nelsonrigg.com/store/product.aspx?pid=427

http://www.madss.com/eshopprod_cat_4...uggage_Set.htm

My Bonnie: The tank and cowl have a yellow stripe, which I was hoping to keep while adding the saddle bags. I don't want to damage the tank or cowl with straps or magnetic bags, so I really was hoping for a setup that mounts under the seat.


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'02 Bonnie, Progressive springs, Works performance shocks, NARKed, AI delete kit, Predator exhaust, +1 rear sprocket , Thrux seat/cowl, Dart Screen, Fork Gators, Rear fender chop.

TriumphLance

Hello Fixer, I can't help you out on the bags, but just wanted to say your Bonnie looks real nice!

TheFixer

Thanks, Lance. I've done a little work to her, but most of the credit goes to another member though (Zam70) as I bought her from him. Best part is that she runs as good as she looks - love it!

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'02 Bonnie, Progressive springs, Works performance shocks, NARKed, AI delete kit, Predator exhaust, +1 rear sprocket , Thrux seat/cowl, Dart Screen, Fork Gators, Rear fender chop.

TheFixer

I'm bumping the thread as I am still hoping someone out there might be able to give me some insight.

I've already looked through the saddlebag threads on the site, but am still unclear if my bike would require saddlebag brackets or not.

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'02 Bonnie, Progressive springs, Works performance shocks, NARKed, AI delete kit, Predator exhaust, +1 rear sprocket , Thrux seat/cowl, Dart Screen, Fork Gators, Rear fender chop.

zam70

You've seen this thread I take it:
http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-talk...with-pics.html

Not that it matters but here are some of my favs:

TheFixer

Thanks, Zam. I have looked through the saddlebag thread multiple times. I also love the leather city bag + tool bag combo in the pictures you inserted!

I actually ordered 10 different types of tank bags, tail bags & a renntec rack for me to try out this weekend before I go the saddlebag route. Hopefully, I'll end up with combo of a small tool bag mounted on the rear like in the picture plus either a tail or tank bag for extra space.

Should be fun to mix & match and see what I like! I post some pics when I am done.

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'02 Bonnie, Progressive springs, Works performance shocks, NARKed, AI delete kit, Predator exhaust, +1 rear sprocket , Thrux seat/cowl, Dart Screen, Fork Gators, Rear fender chop.

Mingo09

Fixer,

Which did you end up with? I'm looking at the same, smallish saddle bags. I can't find a picture of a bonnie with any of those sport-bike bags.

Man, I would love to see a pic.

TheFixer

Mingo,

I opted for a Timbuk2 Messenger bag for daily commutes and a Riggs tankbag for weekend rides when I don't want to carry the messenger bag but I need the extra space.

I ordered multiple styles (4-5) of saddlebags from newenough.com and tried them all out on the Bonnie, but I just wasn't crazy about the look of the saddlebags that were compatible with the clearance I have with the Predators pipes.

Fixer

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'02 Bonnie, Progressive springs, Works performance shocks, NARKed, AI delete kit, Predator exhaust, +1 rear sprocket , Thrux seat/cowl, Dart Screen, Fork Gators, Rear fender chop.