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Tie Downs- how ‘bout these?

Started by rug_burn, Tue 24, Mar 2026, 18:06:32

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rug_burn

Probably been done before-  but these make life way easier when tying off stuff on the back seat.
Made out of 1/8" aluminum, and the spacer block shortened 1/8"
...insert hip saying here..

sandy

#1
Looks pretty good but you probably didn't have to shorten the spacers. Look into ROKSTRAPS. The best luggage straps I've ever used.

ridingron

Do you have a brand name or are they "do it yourselfers"?

What is the diameter of the tie down hole?

Willow

It looks practical but unneeded.  Bunji cord hooks can be made to fit around the mount spacers.

rug_burn

#4
    Made 'em myself, turning down the the spacers took the most time.  
    But I'd never use a bungee.  You can't pull them down real tight, and they're the leading cause of putting out eyes (this according to an Insurance guy, about 40 years ago, but could be an urban myth)
   The hole's 11/16" but not critical.
...insert hip saying here..

h13man

12" sq. bungee nets are my go-to but I always have OEM backrests and racks to attach to.  

sandy

There is an accessory for GoldWings that attach to the seat bolts. Look just like what you made. Used to tie down the rear of a wing. Try Kuryakin or Motion Pro. Can't remember who sells it.

sandy

Quote from: sandy on Thu 26, Mar 2026, 17:31:54
There is an accessory for GoldWings that attach to the seat bolts. Look just like what you made. Used to tie down the rear of a wing. Try Kuryakin or Motion Pro. Can't remember who sells it.
Here is the link to the brackets I mentioned.

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/milwaukee-twins-cable-guide-tie-down-bracket?sku_id=10041499

ridingron

Be sure to pick up the required 38" bolt. ;D  Doesn't anyone proof read this kind of stuff?
























































h13man

#9
Quote from: ridingron on Sat 28, Mar 2026, 19:19:39
Be sure to pick up the required 38" bolt. ;D  Doesn't anyone proof read this kind of stuff?

Sure did.  ;) Revzilla should be ashamed of them selves!  ;D


Milwaukee Twins Cable Guide / Tie Down Bracket
Constructed can be used as throttle, clutch, and speedometer cable guides, or they can be used as bungy or tiedown holds. They attach with a 38" bolt hole and have a 1/2" loop hole.

Features:
Chromed steel cable guide for routing clutch or speedo cables
Can also be used for gas line routing or as a bungee cord tie-down bracket
Can be mounted on fork pinch bolts, fender struts, luggage racks, etc.
Bolt hole is 3/8" and guide / tie-down hole is 1/2"
Sold each
Replaces OEM 38623-68

You definitely left enough room in your posting to add this snafu.  :cooldude: