Cheaper Price on Corbin Hard Bags

[jaws7647]

I recently ordered and received the Corbin hard bags for my black 2014 Valkyrie. In doing online research I found no one else that sold Corbin bags, expect for Corbin.

I reached out to Value Accessories who is a Corbin dealer, and they were able to order the bags for me, and save me at least $200.

They now have the Corbin hard bags listed on their website for $1,695 (shipping included in the price). Buying directly from Corbin the price is $1,793 + shipping (shipping over $130 to Ohio where I live).

Here is a link to their page if anyone wants to save a few bucks on a set of Corbin bags:
http://store.valueaccessories.net/FleetlinerSaddlebags2014plusHondaValkyrie.aspx

[mrtappan]

It's about time we started seeing Corbin accessories from third party vendors.

[Robert]

I knew I wanted the Corbin bags but did not want to pay full price, so when I bought the bike I asked the dealer if he gets a discount at Corbin. Worked a deal with them they ordered them and we all were happy. The dealers actually enjoy this because it makes them some money since we don't buy the extended warranties and pretty much drive the bike out the door with no extras.

[mrtappan]

I just threw some Saddlemen jumbo bags on mine using OEM brackets.  They look ok, about the same as OEM Honda bags.  I went round and round about the Corbin but most people said they were too small.  I'd like to see a set in real life.

[hubcapsc]

I went round and round about the Corbin but most people said they were too small.

As far as I know, people who have and have used the Corbin bags say "they are smaller than
original Valkyrie bags". I think the "they are too small" folks haven't tried them.

I wish they were bigger, but I am glad that I have them... they're funky on the inside too,
you have to load them carefully or else you have voids/wasted-space...

-Mike

[Robert]

I went round and round about the Corbin but most people said they were too small.

As far as I know, people who have and have used the Corbin bags say "they are smaller than
original Valkyrie bags". I think the "they are too small" folks haven't tried them.

I wish they were bigger, but I am glad that I have them... they're funky on the inside too,
you have to load them carefully or else you have voids/wasted-space...

-Mike

Yup my feelings also the disadvantages are, price and size the advantages are they are bags and look great, made well and to me complete the look of the bike. Do I wish they were bigger inside yes could this be accomplished by a better design in mounting, yes. Someday Ill tackle that one just not now.    The outside of the bags are about as big as they could be and still look great on the bike, the way they are mounted cuts off some room that would make the bags much larger interior wise.

[mrtappan]

I'm sure one day I'll pick up a set used but since their primary function appears to be looking good, they're not a priority.  I like being able to load down and not worry.

[bscrive]

Even at $1600, with our CAD doing so poorly these days, I doubt I will buy a set anytime soon.  I have found a few other hard bags out there for a lot less.  Although, they will not look as nice as the Corbins, they are easier on the pocket book.  The soft bags I put on are ok, but nothing to write home about.  I saw a set of RS top loading bags that I have in the running for a future set if my soft bags turn out to be crap.  The main problem with my soft bags is that they are not lockable.  I need something that someone cannot get into when I am not around the bike.

[dinosnake]

Thanks for the link!  Those are one heck of a heavy-duty mounts!! 

MeanCycle also has Corbin bags at a discount on their web site.

It is more than just looks - the Corbins are pretty much the only locking, waterproof hard bags specifically made for the new Valk.  Any other hard bag is generic and fit can be questionable, but of course I'm looking at every option.