SADDLEMEN TRAVELCADE HIGHWAYMAN TATTOO SADDLEBAG W/ORG STITCH MD X021-05-0406 Review

I know a lot of people, especially in the chopper or MC world, eschew saddlebags as an unnecessary frivolity.I find that I just have to have a way to carry things around that doesn't involve a backpack.When I bought my Cruz Tools Tool Kit, the wife asked me when I was ever going to need a tool that I couldn't keep in the garage.I patiently explained that the whole point of the Cruz kit was to have a comprehensive set of tools that I could use to make minor repairs on the road.With a skeptical look in her eye she then asked me where I was going to keep it - and I promptly bought the Saddlemen tool pouch.I use the tools all the time, admittedly usually in someone's garage, but occasionally a minor fix would be needed on the road and I've got some tools to accomplish that.And a way to carry them around.

I've tried a couple of different saddlebag vendors over the years and I've been happiest with the bags from Saddlemen.You can get cheaper bags, and I have, but I've always regretted it.I recently purchased some $40 bags, just to have something to keep stuff in when I ride.I immediately regretted it.The bags looked cheap and almost instantly started to deteriorate before my eyes.I eventually replaced every rivet holding the bags together with nuts and bolts before I decided to replace them.Saddlemen bags are extremely well made with heavy stitching, tough hardware and appear to have been designed by someone who actually rides.

The tattoo series offers a touch of style beyond the usual conchos and fringe.My particular bike has a flame theme (flame stitched Corbin Gunfighter seat, mirrors, footpegs, grips, etc.) and the colors are H-D orange and black, so these bags matched my bike like they'd been custom-made for it.That said, these bags don't arrive ready to throw over your bike - there's some assembly required.

When the bags arrive, you have to take a few minutes and attach the cover flaps (the part with the stitching) to the bags (the part you keep stuff in.)Once you see what is needed, it really is a breeze to do, I just found the directions a little vague.One tip I can offer: keep all of your parts and tools *in* the bag you're working on.That way when you drop something, it'll land in the bag and not go rolling down your driveway.Saddlemen helpfully provide extra hardware, just in case you lose something.Also, you'll need a tiny 7mm wrench to hold the acorn nut still while you crank down the screws attaching the flap to the bag.I looked all over the directions and couldn't find this vital piece of information.Oh sure, you could use a pair of pliers - but, doggone it, I bought all of these tiny metric wrenches for a reason!

Saddlemen makes a great product and I've never, ever been disappointed in the quality.I've never had to resort to customer service with a problem, but I have had some friends who did and they uniformly report a positive experience.

Great bags and now you don't have an excuse for not carrying around a couple of useful tools and a jacket for that unexpected squall.

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Feature deep-textured 3-D embroidered flames in a variety of colors Versatile bags- mount throw-over style using removable yoke or custom mount by bolting to frame rails- fender or bag support brackets Made of a durable combination of materials including genuine leather- marine grade vinyl and chrome-plated brass Genuine leather dual-strap design with heavy-duty- lockable chrome buckles and hidden- lockable quick-release buckles (two locks included- one per bag) Removable yoke features zip-off quick disconnect and is adjustablePhoto`s are for reference only. Please read item title carefully.

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