DIY Harley Roadster Swingarm Bag Install Part

HD says this bag will fir the Roadster, it does not! Today we show you a way to install with a few minor alteration. Thanks for watching.
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[@RLTW6]

You’d think Harley would send you the necessary parts, but thanks for showing everyone how to get it done!

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

To be fair this kit does fit all the Sportsters, the Roadster is so far from the other platforms. They should edit the description and put in the caveat for this bike.

[@jrod2500]

Nice job. I just had a battle trying to install my quick release genuine H-D fat boy saddle bags. I had to relocate my signals when I installed my removable sissy bar, so I “assumed” I was good to go. Well nope. H-D had 2 different kits for relocating the signals. My $50 kit didn’t move them enough to accept the bags. Now I need to spend another $100 and take the time to install another kit. I wish H-D would do things that didn’t cause you to spend extra cash

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

I've run into fitment issues with a couple of their kits. It seems they don't go back and edit the description of the part/kit to reflect fitment issues. I hope this video helps another rider.

[@thefreshprinceofbelfast6228]

You sir are a legend! Thank you

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

I wouldn't say a legend. Just trying to help motorcyclists out on my small channel. Thanks for commenting.

[@toshaveornottoshave-4804]

Thank you very much, a very useful video, I could not find the installation of the original trunk...

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

This bag isn't made for the Roadster but HD says it is. I hope it helps you. Eric

[@toshaveornottoshave-4804]

@@KrakensGarageandAdventures Eric, I have two motorcycles, a sportster and a fatboy, I bought such a trunk for a sportster XL 883

[@lostmysoultoday9005]

Good job, coming along nicely.

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

@Lostmysoul Today thanks for your support. Not sure about the content on the Roadster, pretty boring to watch...

[@act1984art]

Just got this, I noticed on your video, you don’t show putting on the bracket that goes on the battery bolt . Reason I bring this up is because I put that bracket on and it seems to push out my bag out

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

Hmm? Any chance you can email me a pic to [e-mail] ? Maybe I screwed up on this install?

[@act1984art]

@@KrakensGarageandAdventures If you paused the video at 6:54 you show the bracket and bolt. The bag has 4 screws total inside. That bracket is supposed to go we’re your battery holding bracket goes to. Honestly I took it off and ran it like you because I didn’t like how much it was sticking out

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

@@act1984art gotcha! Well it appears I fell into it. Is your bag going on a Roadster? If so check there shock spring for rubbing in the bag.

[@act1984art]

@@KrakensGarageandAdventures yes I went to Harley and they told me that’s the only one they make for my bike. I have an 04 XL1200 Roadster

[@thefreshprinceofbelfast6228]

I'm looking to do this myself on my roadster. Any idea what size of spacers i need? Thanks

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

I used about 1/2" spacer. I put a solo kit on my roadster and will be selling this side bag and rack if you have any interest.

[@thefreshprinceofbelfast6228]

@@KrakensGarageandAdventures Much appreciated sir. I actually bought one secondhand on FB marketplace, plus I'm in Ireland, but thank you for the offer. Love your videos BTW, very simple and informative, KEEP IT UP!

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

@@thefreshprinceofbelfast6228 No worries mate. If your FB Marketplace deal falls through, I'll work something out for you in Ireland. I make sure whatever I offer is globally.

[@Hai.tinh.583]

Thanks for the video. I have this bag and the mount and I’m about to install it. I also just ordered a passenger mount&peg. Can I have both on the bike?

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

With this bag you cannot sadly.. the right side peg remains the left side is totally removed and the bolts for the peg are used for this bag. Thabks for watching. Eric.

[@f.t.w1066]

Welcome to the Harley Davidson... TAX..... got ta love it ... not...😉 Australia 🇦🇺 in the House..☠️

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

Razza Razza, I always thought the HD tax was a stage 1, pipes, fuel pack, air filter. I was going to do a video on that. Hmmm... I could be wrong.

[@philippinedeep9174]

Hi Sir. Will this fit a 1997 XL1200?

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

I believe it will, I had to slightly modify mine to install on my Roadster but it wasn't difficult. Good luck!

[@philippinedeep9174]

@@KrakensGarageandAdventures Thanks

[@northbysoutheast5439]

😎👍👍

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

Thanks for looking at my older content. :)

[@maxibomaye2938]

no chance to loosen the screws.. :(

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

Not sure what you're asking? Can you be more specific?

[@maxibomaye2938]

I cant remove the passenger foot peg… i dont wanna brake the screw

[@maxibomaye2938]

*Bit first get well soon

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

@@maxibomaye2938 Ah gotcha Max. The factory put on way too much red threadlock. Go to the hardware store pick up a propane torch (cheap), Liquid Wrench or WD40. Soak the bolts for an hour then throw some heat on them. The torch will soften the threadlock and they should back out. Only other way is an impact driver. Let me know if this works. If it doesn't I'll post a link to a Impact driver for you. Good luck!

[@maxibomaye2938]

@@KrakensGarageandAdventures thanks for your support. I'll try it.💪🏽