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Re:Hard Bags the Hard Way 2 Years ago  
i dont know if this is good news or bad news, but they only made ONE key for the hard bags. if you have a key, itll work on every hard bag yamaha makes. so spares shouldnt be too hard to come by, BUT, tons of people carry a key that will open your bag, for good or bad intentions.
 
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Re:Hard Bags the Hard Way 2 Years ago  
Looks great!!! No need to change anything. Just leave it way it is as long as you like it.
 
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Re:Hard Bags the Hard Way 2 Years ago  
cool looks good to me
 
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Re:Hard Bags the Hard Way 2 Years ago  
Looks good, and kudos for your shopping patience.
 
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Re:Hard Bags the Hard Way 2 Years ago  
Bike came with Memphis Shades windshields, yeah, two. One with a blacked-out bottom and one all clear.

I enjoy riding without a windshield... I think I need lowers cause on the highway my head gets buffeted all over when I put it on.

May just go without one but it sure is nice to have it if you get caught in the rain.
 
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Re:Hard Bags the Hard Way 2 Years ago  
I'm not normally one for the 2 tone but i think it looks real good like it is. At the end of the day it's your scoot you define what looks cool.
 
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Looks good and you saved a ton of money on the bags alone. Good deal all around.
 
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