Saddlebags on cruisers

I still have them but don't use them, stripped off the mounting bars, they are K-Drive American I believe will post pic later, I've not used them in about 6 yrs !not since trailers !!!

 

That is a lovely looking bike AA
But I must agree with you, I don't particularly like the studded stuff either.
Great shape bags but I would be looking at ways to remove the studs or tone them down a bit.
Purely personal choice but if you're not 100% happy with them on a bike as nice as that change them or mod them unless of course they start to grow on you.

 

When I bought my Speedmaseter (second hand) it came with loads of Triumph accessories.....including Triumph leather saddlebags. When I got it home, the 'bags came off. I think leather saddlebags look a bit naff to be honest, especially if they're on all the time just for 'show'. I've used mine once on a weekend camping trip. The rest of the time they're stored away...... But as they say each to their own.

Regarding the studded bags pictures above, could the studs be painted over with black enamel paint etc?

 

I'm not a big fan of the saddle bag look
I made what I call a slab rack at work
It takes a slab of beer then everything else bungees over the top
Carries loads but no pillion
Get ya own bike!
Beer first!!!!

 

Priorities in order dilligaf, proceed to the next bike mod, spirits!

 

Work in progress mate
Basket type thingy to hold a bottle of Jacks
Maybe two!

 

Leave room for the Voddy sits well along side the JD

 

It'll certainly make the studs less noticeable

 

Picture of saddle bag. It is detachable, with a locking system to secure it to the bike, I think I paid around $700 odd.