Hard Saddlebag Options

This video covers hard saddlebag options for your motorcycle. My current older motorcycle has soft saddlebags. This is a full review of a hard saddlebag made by TCMT. If you are looking for a more modern look and something that you can lock up, these TCMT hard saddlebags may be just for you! Hard Saddlebag Options - TCMT
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[@BoDean52]

These saddlebags really look good but if your a guy like me that wants that original classic look, you keep the originals on. You can see other Road King Classic videos on this playlist ~~~~> kzbin.info/aero/PLsdWYDIS5CihwMww_RQPDjo-8FFYcv7Kf

[@mbrinkman1973]

that's why i have my 2008rk clasic clasic🥰

[@Christofuzz-hc9xl]

Who cares about original. Why everything have to be original this original that. Omg that's not original. So what. What I should give those snotty arrogant tools at harley davidson 1200 dollars just because ot says harley? Or so I can say, well, " they're original "

[@BoDean52]

@Christofuzz-hc9xl wow dude, why so angry. Go ride, it will help

[@Christofuzz-hc9xl]

@BoDean52 ill go ride my non original Frankenbike. Lol, your right, my bad. Actually I have an 03 wide glide, all original of course

[@marks146]

Good review. I've had TCMT bags on my RK Classic for two years now. I changed to the screw in mount bolts to increase security and they work better than the quarter turn type. I'm very pleased with the hard bag look over the leather bags. The fact they are lockable is a huge plus. When I first took delivery there was a problem with one of the locks. TCMT was very responsive and immediately sent me two locks for free. Very impressive customer care.

[@BoDean52]

They seem like good folks and I did like the bags especially at that price point. Enjoy the ride

[@tcmt]

Thank you for your recognition of our customer service.

[@eastcoastjohnnie]

Great video and review! Just ordered mine for my 2009 Road king classic. Figured why not since I don't have whitewall tires anymore. I also ordered the organizers for the inside of the bags and the bag twist lock instead of using the stupid pin twist piece HD includes with them. THANKS!

[@BoDean52]

Great, I think you will like them!

[@NVARider]

They look really sharp on the king.! That gloss black looks great.

[@BoDean52]

Thanks brother, they are pretty cool

[@HarleyThrottleJuice]

I’m a hard bag guy, and these look like they were part of the bike from scratch. ✌️

[@BoDean52]

Thanks brother, was surprised they matched up so well

[@Road_Rash]

My 1999 is a standard, so it came with hard bags, but that's also the bags I prefer...I'm a leather worker, so I do like the soft bag look, but for protection & security, I like my hard bags...

[@BoDean52]

I just like the looks of the soft bags, more classic to me

[@merlelowe2368]

They also sell the later one-touch style bags which are a vast improvement over the earlier style latch hardware. I put them on my '04 Road King Custom and only had to loosen and adjust the mounting brackets slightly.

[@BoDean52]

Like that idea, thanks for the info!

[@gregwalker731]

Put the washer between the saddlebag liner and the saddlebag. This is how I did mine, works great.

[@BoDean52]

Great feedback Greg, thank you

[@jdreyno1958]

I think they look great on your Road King! The fact that they are lockable is a plus as well. Stay safe!

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Jim, they are pretty cool

[@jdreyno1958]

@@BoDean52 my son has a Triumph Rocket 3 Roadster he has been looking for bags for. I’ll let him know about this.

[@HDVIBE]

The hard bag looks good on the bike as well. But, now you have options...Ride safe and enjoy the ride. 👊👍🇺🇸

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Rick and maybe I will change them up sometimes. Ride safe

[@HDVIBE]

@@BoDean52 👍👊🇺🇸

[@kirkrisseler1485]

I have had these on my Softail Deluxe for a few years now. Had them painted and pin striped to much and look great! The old style latch is a pain but works. Only bad thing is I had to replace the locks a couple times already.

[@BoDean52]

It will be interesting to see how these things too long term, I don’t actually have them on the bike right now but I’m thinking about running with them for a while

[@johnasbury9915]

Got a set earlier this week, easy to fit on the bike, nice finish. Latches are a little tight but will loosen up as I use I bet. What a deal though, I paid as much for a busted lid on my old Road Glide bag as I did for this whole set.

[@BoDean52]

they are nice, I ended up going back to the old bags for the look. Still have these in my mountain of motorcycle stuff

[@whskywolf]

That is same brand I got, but I got the Rushmore style and modified my brackets for them to work. Yes the liner is pain with some of the holes not lining up. I converted to the screw type fasteners like you have on your RG, I even done that if I was keeping my leather bags, just seems so much more secure and really did not cost much on Amazon.

[@BoDean52]

Do they come as a kit to screw into?

[@blackedoutbandit]

I like the hard bags. It looks so much better in my opinion

[@BoDean52]

Didn’t think I would like them so much….

[@joekool4]

Just wish some company that makes ABS plastic bags would make pre 93 bags and lids. The newer left bag fits fine, but the right bag has a dent for the where the battery goes. I have some Amazon stretched HD hard bags on my Vstar. They look great, and I was wanting to swap them onto my 87 electraglide but i'll have to relocate the battery first.

[@BoDean52]

That stinks

[@chrisnevergrowold330]

That looks really nice! Much better then the soft bags, IMHO. Good video!

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Chris, wasn’t sure I would like them but they do look real good

[@rickiekm]

The hard bags look awesome.

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Rickie and a really good match

[@Droop_Moto]

I looked at a set before to put on my Softail Custom, but at that time there was alot of modifications that needed to be done to make them fit. it is nice to see an honest review on them

[@BoDean52]

Thanks man and I was pleasantly surprised with them

[@alsaint7944]

Mine fit right out of the box

[@FlipandTheBlueMule]

Bob, just drill the holes on the liner to 1/2" so the latch will go through and the wing nut thing will hold the liner in place. Looks sharp Brother

[@BoDean52]

Great idea Flip, thank you

[@RussellMKay]

Good Review! I really like the bag liners, and ability to lock them up. Would be nice to have a set to switch out when traveling vs just cruising around town. Wondering about painting a set to match my bike?

[@BoDean52]

Fortunate these match colors pretty good, painting them is not for me

[@wingandhog]

They look great and looks stock on the bike. Nice job!

[@BoDean52]

Thanks brother, ride safe

[@therealjackieboy6514]

I have a TCMT CVO style rear fender on my 14 Limited. Not at all upset with the quality and at a fraction of the cost when compared to Harley. I do agree with you that the stock bags are the way to go on Duke.

[@BoDean52]

I am usually pretty decisive on things but I like them both

[@blackbikemike2467]

Personally, I much prefer the look and functionality of the hard bags. They looked great on your bike! 👍

[@BoDean52]

Check out my Instagram, the folks that provided these are giving a pair away. Thanks Mike

[@blackbikemike2467]

@@BoDean52 I will check it out. Thanks.

[@tedcorey3054]

I could stand riding a classic , but the hard bags are the main reason I like the standard also the turbine wheels and the tank decal . Not a bad price for the bags ,either .

[@BoDean52]

They are pretty good and I love all Kings

[@s.gossett5966]

I think that liner was cut for the newer screw in style mount bolts. I believe updating yours to the newer style isn't too tough and they hold on better than that style. The other option is to open the hole of the liner to a size that slips over your mount screws. Not a bad looking kit, please do a long term review. I am especially interested in how well they hold up with some miles.

[@BoDean52]

Will do on the long term review and I have decided to change out the bolts first.

[@Doug_Morgan]

Cut the holes in the liner out to about 1.25" in diameter so the completely clear the fasteners. Then velcro the liners in place and you are good to go. I think those bags look killer on the King.

[@BoDean52]

Agree Doug and good advice

[@Doug_Morgan]

@@BoDean52 That is how the Harley liners come. The hole is large enough so the whole fastener fits through the hole and you are not tightening them down against the liner.

[@BoDean52]

@@Doug_Morgan thanks Doug!

[@quickshoe6]

Hard bags for sure. Very nice.

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Ray

[@robinsonsmotorcycleandauto3929]

Those look great on the bike. Definitely gives the road king a fresher look.

[@BoDean52]

Definitely!

[@robinsonsmotorcycleandauto3929]

@@BoDean52 Brother just text me and he happened to order some of these before I could even mention them. Fantastic price point for folks that want to add a hard bag.

[@bobnelson2499]

Those hard bags look good (my humble opinion). Maybe reflectors or lights on the back might help. Like a famous KZbinr said "ride your own ride". That is what I am now doing.

[@BoDean52]

Good point! Look forward in meeting you soon Bob

[@jamespolucha8790]

I like the lockable bags, the leather bags are no good, bike looks great now leave them on, thanks for the video

[@BoDean52]

appreciate that!

[@CDWB]

Those look like the exact bags I have. Don't know what brand mine are but they have the same liner also. They work as intended. Personally. I like them better than the originals because they match the paint better IMO. Mine are locked on through the liner tho...bit of a pain in the but but once they are on, they are on solid. On a side note, you sound way different without your helmet on lol.

[@BoDean52]

Agree as you get them on and settled in. I know the voice is annoying isn’t it 😂

[@mikebodine4164]

Hey Bob those bags look really good on your bike. Also lockable.👍👍👍

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Mike and I am tempted to run with them

[@PMCraig]

Looks fine on your Classic. Don’t know why you need saddlebag liners. I’ve never had them and not sure why you’d want them outside of making the inside of the bag look nice. Since you don’t tour on your Classic I’d keep the stock leather bags. If you did tour on it then the option to lock up your stuff would make the hard bags a better choice. I’ve always had the Road King standard FLHR so I’ve always had locking hard bags.

[@BoDean52]

You are right, if I toured with this bike it would be a no brainer. As far as the liners, I put them in every bag so I don’t have to hear crap moving around in there. Probably going to keep originals on but they do look good

[@BigBert]

Look great Bob

[@BoDean52]

Appreciate that Bert and hope your well

[@flyingunicycle]

Good video bodean52 I may have to order these!

[@BoDean52]

thanks and if you do, use the 8% off. They look pretty good

[@flyingunicycle]

@@BoDean52 curiosity killed the cat so I ordered them with the code! Thanks bodean52!

[@BrewCityRider]

Wow, nice product to have sent to you! The bags look great on the King, and having a lock makes them more useful. I would have liked to see you try to fit the liner. Could probably have opened up the hole as needed.

[@BoDean52]

Agree and thanks BRC. I wasn’t sure I would run with them so didn’t modify the liner but I will. Happy 4th 🇺🇸

[@bradlozano2571]

Alot of guys change out their TC88 RoadKing Classics to the hardbags...But i think the the hardleather bags look better...But thats just me...Also i think Indian made a mistake getting rid of their Chief Vintage line with the Hard leather bags...I like the leather saddlebag look

[@bradlozano2571]

Chief Springfield Vintage line i mean

[@BoDean52]

I go back and forth on my take on these things lol

[@PinksAdventures]

I do like the look of the leather bags as for classic look...but the extra maintenance of leather to keep it looking good can be a pain!...that being said...the new hard bags did not take away from the classic look in my opinion!...having good solid locking bags is a bonus as well!😉👍...keep us posted on a long term review!!...thanks for sharing...stay safe...ride safe!!😎👍🤙👍🤙🇨🇦

[@BoDean52]

Thanks and I was originally not sure if I would consider hard bags but these may have changed my mind

[@Viper6-MotoVlogger]

They do look good bro.

[@BoDean52]

Thanks man

[@wskeyson3382]

They do look sharp, but I like the soft bags on Duke because they give him that "Americana" look!

[@BoDean52]

I ended up changing back to the soft bags, lasted two days lol

[@brianhoffies4846]

Nice review.

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Brian!

[@CJ-Foygelo]

Bob, those bag retention clips are horrible. They have a tendency to come undone while riding. I learned by several near misses of having my bags splashed all over the road. I replaced them on my ‘15 Road Glide. There are multiple suppliers that sell replacement clips that are much better for about $20.00.

[@BoDean52]

Ordered some replacements for sure, thanks

[@erniemorgan471]

IMO the hard bags improve the look of your bike. Plus the fact that you can lock the bags and they should be more weatherproof.

[@BoDean52]

Hard to disagree there Ernie, ride safe!

[@Petesmotoadventure]

Tell you what they look really nice. If they tweak the liner a bit could be a nice product. Now spray it with the hose. I want to see a wet test.

[@BoDean52]

Agree and didn’t think I would like hard bags on this bike but they look good. Good idea on the hose test

[@jameshylander7118]

You can change the old style pin bag mount to newer screw style mount much easier and secure

[@BoDean52]

Thanks man and just found a set

[@hd_av_traveler1495]

looks cool

[@BoDean52]

Appreciate it

[@jamesmathers9294]

Did you use stock brackets?

[@BoDean52]

Yes, you are able to

[@genekelley7579]

🛑🛑 I think the Roadking looks like you swapped its Tee Shirt (the soft bags) to it’s Tuxedo (the new hard bags). The bike looks much “sharper” with the new bags on. 😀👍

[@BoDean52]

Good analogy, the more I look at the picture with them on has me thinking

[@genekelley7579]

@@BoDean52 I like the “fresh look” of the hard bags. The soft bags always look worn out, no matter what their condition is. The Black of the new hard bags…brings the chrome out of the rest of the bike. I would run the New Hard Bags 👍💯.

[@BoDean52]

@@genekelley7579 ordered new hardware just in case Gene….👍

[@monkeydink9933]

I've referred to things, when between hard and soft, as "chubby". So you have "chibby" bags, like the Sportster 1200T

[@BoDean52]

My wife yells at me when I say that 😂….but I bet ya

[@LyntisMoten]

Looks good

[@BoDean52]

I appreciate that, I think it’s a pretty good deal

[@justisjudd856]

What seat is that?

[@BoDean52]

I bought this bike used, but my understanding is it’s the original seat. Surprisingly it’s still very comfortable.

[@billflesher8824]

Get the rickrack screws they hold much better

[@BoDean52]

Yes but don’t think they will turn into the old style mount. The newer ones are pretty good for sure

[@billflesher8824]

@@BoDean52 I put them on my 05 ultra they send new clips for the screws

[@BoDean52]

@@billflesher8824 thanks

[@themothership7614]

The main thing is the hardware which these look good

[@BoDean52]

Agree and feels solid, lock strong. Time will tell.

[@edud8452]

I bought a set for my RK just have to be careful the black scratches easily I think the paint being so freshly painted needs to cure a bit. Go to my channel and check out my bags👍

[@BoDean52]

They look good for sure, nice bike

[@themothership7614]

Yes those are original bags

[@BoDean52]

Thought so, thanks and ride safe