Jump to content
DawnS

Making A Motorcycle Saddlebag

Recommended Posts

I am in the process of making a new seat for my motorcycle (first time making a seat). I want to make saddlebags to match. What would be the best product to use to be sure that the bags hold their shape? Would I need to sew the stiffner into the bags same as I would a lining?

Thanks, Dawn

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

It really depends on what style of saddlebag you are going to attempt. Some bags can be made with the stiffener sewn in or stuffed into place. Some bags (like mine) have a metal frame that stiffens the opening of the bag but the rest just hangs there. If you decide to use the first method, a sheet of Kydex could be just what the doctor ordered. Kydex is a thermo-moldable plastic that can be heated (in any standard kitchen oven) and molded to fit YOUR requirements. Once heated, it's as moldable as clay but once it cools, it returns to it's rigid state and maintains that shape. It's plenty strong and virtually indestructible. Holster makers use it all the time. If ya need more info, let me know... There are several people here on the forum that use it and may be able to get a better price from someone here than out in the retail world.... Hope this helps...

I am in the process of making a new seat for my motorcycle (first time making a seat). I want to make saddlebags to match. What would be the best product to use to be sure that the bags hold their shape? Would I need to sew the stiffner into the bags same as I would a lining?

Thanks, Dawn

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Thanks Troy. I am sure that Kydex is what I was looking for. I have heard of it before but could not remember the name.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.


×
×
  • Create New...