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Well I started playing with the 83 goldwing bags today.Looks good I think.  I think it will work.  Nice tight fit.  Snug to fender. I will be looking for a license plate holder. I will be installing amber lenses in bags and loosing all of the reflectors/badges and trim. And then have the fairing and bags painted to match bike. More pics to come. |
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« Reply #1 on: December 15, 2011, 08:22:49 PM » |
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I look forward to seeing them after painted to match....I'm thinking its going to look pretty good  Love that color  Just a thought you should think about making a heat shield between the exhaust and saddlebags.  |
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« Last Edit: December 15, 2011, 08:24:23 PM by Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005 »
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« Reply #2 on: December 15, 2011, 08:23:11 PM » |
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If this turns out to be reasonably easy you may be starting something here!!  jarid for what it's worth i'm athinkin yer on the right track.  Suggestion-lower reflector at rear of bag-at minimum turn it into a marker light. Suggestion #2 the lower oval light in bottom rear of bag-marker and brake light. Just a suggestion. Sides more light at night is a GOOD thing.  RIDE SAFE. |
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« Reply #3 on: December 15, 2011, 08:39:10 PM » |
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Thank you.I just thought it would be cool to use goldwing stuff.so far so good.This project has just begun so please keep the ideas coming.
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« Reply #4 on: December 16, 2011, 05:23:01 AM » |
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When I did my bags, I mounted them 1" clear of the stock exhaust without any shield and haven't had any heat problems. The only thing is that my exhaust outlets under the rear of the bags and there is some soot/pitting of the paint right there. But under the bags along the exhaust pipes, no damage. And even after long rides, the items in the bags don't seem to be getting hot. But then again, my bags are fiberglass rather than ABS plastic like most OEM bags. So that might be why. ABS bags might need a heat shield.
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« Reply #5 on: December 16, 2011, 06:41:41 AM » |
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Great vision. Way to think out of the box. |
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« Reply #6 on: December 16, 2011, 07:41:23 AM » |
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I look forward to seeing more photos!
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« Reply #7 on: December 16, 2011, 08:05:02 AM » |
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This is one of those times when I slap myself on the forehead and say "now why didn't I think of that?" I like it, especially where they kinda curve around and hug the fender in back. Keep us posted and I agree with Joe on the heat shields. With the ABS plastic I think you'll need them, BobE's are homemade fiberglass and probably give better heat protection. I'll be curious as to your method of mounting them. |
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« Reply #8 on: December 16, 2011, 08:29:38 AM » |
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Anxious to see the progess and final results! Keep us updated. |
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« Reply #9 on: December 16, 2011, 09:15:19 AM » |
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I prob wouldnt mount them to close to the fender to help avoid them rubbing together. My bags still get warm even with the heat shields. Melts the ice in my drinks!  |
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« Reply #10 on: December 16, 2011, 10:43:33 AM » |
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« Reply #11 on: December 16, 2011, 11:14:50 AM » |
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Thanks for the ideas I will Be installing a heat shield and I will post pics of the mounting brackets and all that.
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« Reply #13 on: December 16, 2011, 06:11:36 PM » |
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btw Jarid......what are you using for saddlebag mounts?
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« Reply #14 on: December 17, 2011, 07:18:39 AM » |
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Goldwing trunk would also be a nice addition.  |
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« Reply #15 on: December 17, 2011, 07:22:50 AM » |
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 One more pic |
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #16 on: December 26, 2011, 06:31:55 PM » |
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One more pic That looks sharp |
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