BRP Saddle Bags

[Firefly]

Well, I was able to loosen and adjust the bolts and get the left rack to fit better. Not great, but tolerable, and it doesn't have to be leaned on to be mounted anymore. The racks definitely have some problems with their geometry. There is about five degrees difference between the angles of the rear mounting stubs from side to side. The rear support (taillight) brackets are at identical angles, so the problem lies with the racks themselves. I would not pass by these bags just because they take some fussing to install. They seem well worth it. Still, a little better quality control would have made life easier, and would have assured a professional looking installation. This is a substantial amount of money for a product which doesn't fit perfectly, or match side to side, and has gaps in the installation instructions.

On the other hand, these things really look sharp! They are striking in yellow, and certainly don't detract from the Spyder's looks in the least. Very pleased! Nice to get the rainsuit and some other stuff out of the trunk, too. I am also very pleased with the turn signal brackets. The signals are much more visible in this elevated location, even without the bags. They look very normal, and a novice would be hard pressed to know they were not stock. On the other hand, the new bags block the view of the mudflap lights now...guess some of NoMagicNeon's new GIVI bag lights are in order. I will have to call Evan after he returns from LA to ask a few questions about my particular needs. Bag lights would really wake up the rear end of this beast, what with the center taillight and HyperLites already there. Can't be too visible.

All in all, we are quite pleased. I think this was a good purchase. Now to head back to the dealer to pick up the comfort seat, just to try it. We like the feel of the stock seat just fine, but thought we would try the other. If we don't like the comfort seat, we can always list it for sale. On the other hand, it may make a good thing even better.
-Scotty

Looking sharp Scotty - sorry you have run into yet another 'deformed' Spyder part.

One thing that I did - not sure if I mentioned it above - or if the instructions made it very clear - is to leave everything only 'snug' until you mount the actual rack and then tighten the rest of it down.

Let me know if you need to play 'musical racks' to see exactly where the problem is.

I held off on ordering the mudflap lights for the exact thought that they might be blocked somewhat by the bags.

Will be adding some lights onto the bags for sure!

 

[docdoru]

Scotty, looking good and professional in any way! :2thumbs:

 

[BRPjunkie]

I don't think you will get an argument from Givi owners regardless of whether they used I7, Givi or BRP racks; the bags look like they belong on the Spyder, especially when color matched. The disagreement is not with the cases, but the respective location of turn signals. While the quick detach feature of the BRP racks is nice, I have never had my Givi racks off since I put them on because the side cases are too convenient even for everyday riding as a place to stash helmets, coats, etc. I take that back; I had to racks off to install the seat skin. Someone posted that the BRP comfort seat seemed to take some room away from the passenger. While we are very happy with our seat skin, it will be interesting to hear from others on how the comfort seat splits the space between rider and passenger. If Momma's not happy, no one's happy which is why I'm leaving the BRP backrest in place.

 

[NancysToy]

Looking sharp Scotty - sorry you have run into yet another 'deformed' Spyder part.

One thing that I did - not sure if I mentioned it above - or if the instructions made it very clear - is to leave everything only 'snug' until you mount the actual rack and then tighten the rest of it down.

Let me know if you need to play 'musical racks' to see exactly where the problem is.

I held off on ordering the mudflap lights for the exact thought that they might be blocked somewhat by the bags.

Will be adding some lights onto the bags for sure!

I will second the "leave things loose" instruction. I would add "barely loose", and you may need to do only the rear support brackets and the turn signal bracket bolts. Leave the racks in place as you tighten things down. Please realize that this greatly complicates tightening the fasteners for the brackets, after the Tupperware is back in place.

Thanks for the offer of musical racks, but this seems to fit well enough now that I won't chase it further. When I initailly could not get the third mounting point within two inches of where it needed to be, I was very worried. The 1/8" gap I had when finally mounted, did, too. Now the gap is barely visible and everything fits close enough. I highly recommend mounting the racks before the final tightening in the rear, but you may need a 13 mm ratcheting box wrench to do it.
-Scotty

 

[Capt John]

I installed the saddle bags last night. Pics will follow. Install took about 4 hours. I ran into a problem when I went to re-install the wheel well panel. The holes would not line up. I spent about 35 minutes trying to get it to work. The panel was hitting the front right support bracket. I finally just notched out about 1 1/2" X 3/8" and everything fit back together.

BRP's instructions leave a lot to be desired. Approximately 1 hour of my time was making sure I had the right part for the correct side. The one thing I did was leave the turn signal support brackets loose until I had install the case brackets. Then I tightened the turn signals down. This worked out great.

 

[Bersquack]

The holes would not line up. I spent about 35 minutes trying to get it to work. The panel was hitting the front right support bracket. I finally just notched out about 1 1/2" X 3/8" and everything fit back together.

I ran into the same problem. At first I thought I did something wrong, but ended up cutting a piece of it to make it fit.

A couple of days later, I took the panels out to wire the GPS to the battery and realized I probably could have pushed the panels more to align the holes and not have to cut a small part of it. What is done is done.

 

[Firefly]

Hmmmm - strange. I didn't have any problem with the fit of the panels. Glad you found a workaround.

 

[Motza]

Fire,

You're a good guy....thank you for posting this...when I get around to getting the bags, I'll probably nag you to tell me where this thread is again...

Thanks in advance..

:agree:

 

[oneway]

brp bags and windshield

:2excitedicked up parts thursday. Put windshield on that night and drove to work friday morning. Was not impressed with the turbulence from this windshield but after installing side deflectors am very impressed with the decrease in buffeting. Put my BRP bags on saturday and can't say enough about fit and finish of this product. Now I need floorboards, cruise control and radio. I will have this set up like my old gold wing in no time.hyea:

 

[bwlinux]

Do the BRP bags use a different key or is it the same as the ignition key?

It would be nice to have one key for the bike and bags.

 

[NancysToy]

Do the BRP bags use a different key or is it the same as the ignition key?

It would be nice to have one key for the bike and bags.

Totally different (GIVI) key. Sorry.

 

[Firefly]

Do the BRP bags use a different key or is it the same as the ignition key?

It would be nice to have one key for the bike and bags.

The bags have their own key--- but one key fits both bags. Much smaller key that the Spyder key.

 

[ICE]

instructions

Thanks to everyone who posted feedback on your saddle bag installation. I just took a 100 mile round trip to my dealer and brought a set of the Givi Bags. Guess what? NO Instructions! :gaah:welcomeDoes anyone have a copy in electronic form that they could send me. I've called my dealer for the instructions but I have a feeling they may take a while to send them to me.

thanks to all. Ice

 

[Arachnid]

I received my BRP bags today. No instructions but the dealer said he'd get them to me. Which is Okay as I have to wait for my Corbin smuggler trunk and seat to arrive and then I can start to install everything at once. I decided to go with the BRP bags not Corbins. Saved a grand and I think I will like the look. + I can remove the bags at will. The Smuggler trunk looks pretty good on there by its self. It will switch out with the passenger seat. I think I like this modular stuff.
Thanks Firefly & Scotty, in advance for the heads up on possible sticking points.
I will post pictures in a few weeks after all is finished.

Mike

 

[NancysToy]

I received my BRP bags today. No instructions but the dealer said he'd get them to me. Which is Okay as I have to wait for my Corbin smuggler trunk and seat to arrive and then I can start to install everything at once. I decided to go with the BRP bags not Corbins. Saved a grand and I think I will like the look. + I can remove the bags at will. The Smuggler trunk looks pretty good on there by its self. It will switch out with the passenger seat. I think I like this modular stuff.
Thanks Firefly & Scotty, in advance for the heads up on possible sticking points.
I will post pictures in a few weeks after all is finished.

Mike

If you didn't get the instructions, did you get the hardware. They normally come in the same bag. If you get stuck, PM me an email address and I can scan the instructions and parts list.

 

[Arachnid]

Got all the hardware (I think) all bags are sealed. Looks like a pretty tricky install. But I have some pretty capable help.:dontknow:ray::lecturef_smilie::gaah::clap::shocked::roflblack:hyea:
I will let you know if the dealers instructions don't come.
Thanks,
Mike

 

[Pocketrace]

Coming back on the installation..

I was wondering if anyone who installed their BRP Saddlebags could tell me what tools are needed to do the install. My dealer just received my bags and I was planning to install them directly at my dealer (in the parking lot) wich is 90 miles away from home. I don't want to drive there with my car.

Anyone ?

Thank you in advance...

Fell like I'll be swearing a lot in the near future..

Eric

 

[NancysToy]

Coming back on the installation..

I was wondering if anyone who installed their BRP Saddlebags could tell me what tools are needed to do the install. My dealer just received my bags and I was planning to install them directly at my dealer (in the parking lot) wich is 90 miles away from home. I don't want to drive there with my car.

Anyone ?

Thank you in advance...

Fell like I'll be swearing a lot in the near future..

Eric

I would not do it this way. It requires removing several body panels, so you will have lots of loose hardware. The instructions are also missing one step, so you will want access to this thread to see what you really need to do...plus there are some tips here. As to tools, I used what I needed with my toolbox handy, including a torque wrench. I am not sure exactly which tools, but I doubt the ones in your toolkit will do the job...at least not quickly and efficiently. You will also want a blanket or something soft to put removed panels on, and to put the color panels on the bags without scuffing them.

 

[bjt]

I would not do it this way. It requires removing several body panels, so you will have lots of loose hardware. The instructions are also missing one step, so you will want access to this thread to see what you really need to do...plus there are some tips here. As to tools, I used what I needed with my toolbox handy, including a torque wrench. I am not sure exactly which tools, but I doubt the ones in your toolkit will do the job...at least not quickly and efficiently. You will also want a blanket or something soft to put removed panels on, and to put the color panels on the bags without scuffing them.

:agree: From reading some of the threads concerning owner installation of these brackets, I was thinking that trying to do the install in a parking lot would be a little too difficult.

 

[Bersquack]

It took me most of an afternoon to install the bags and like others have said, the instructions are not clear.