Ideas In Choosing Harley Saddlebags

Most likely than not you are reading this article because you own a Harley Davidson. In fact you may have owned your hog for a few years, or maybe just a few days, but in either case you want to add some accessories to it. One of these accessories that come into mind are harley saddlebags. In fact they can add more character and manliness to your machine or they can also add more utility or both.

At the onset try to ask yourself what kind of rider you really are. If you are just an occasional rider then you may not need a bag with that much functionality. If you are more of a hardcore everyday one, you will need one with perhaps a bit more storage space and functionality as well.

Next to figure out is what you really need saddlebags for. Basically you will jut have two reasons which is you want something to make your bike look good or you want one for some extra utility. In either case you will have different sets of additional criteria for your choice.

If you are really just getting these bags for looks only then you will just be choosing between two general designs, which is will it be studded or not. If your hog happens to have studs or a studded frame or leatherwork then you should get studded bags. If not, then go for a plain one, which can also be augmented with buckles, but remember that most of the time the buckles have no practical use whatsoever.

Should you on the other hand look for saddlebags for utility and functionality then you will in turn consider security and accessibility as well. Utility heavy bags should also have some sort of locking or security mechanism as you will be storing things in these a majority of the time when you travel. You of course do not want your things to be tampered with.

The overall purpose will also determine the kind of mounting mechanism that you will use. Thus if you are a frequent user it is best that you install a hard mount or a quick disconnect system for these are more reliable for log term usage. It takes a bit of mechanical skill to install though so be prepared.

Consider the overall price too. Remember that a decent one will set you back around two hundred to three hundred dollars. Anything much more than this can be considered a luxury. Plenty of online stores do offer price discounts and holiday offers.

In sum the final overall decision will be by you, after you carefully way your needs and wants list of course. Always make sure that your purchase will also add value to your overall hog in the long run so that at least it will also be a good investment.