Well, since I've been having a tough time finding bags that are large enough, look good and actually fit behind those stock mounted turn signals, I decided NOT to buy some expensive leather bags quite yet. Instead, I bought some el-cheapo Stansport saddlebags from Amazon and installed them. I thought the retro look of the bags would go well with the S40 and I think I my instinct was right.

All I did was spray them with some 3M waterproofing Scotchgard to try to ensure my belongings aren't completely soaked when I get caught in a quick rainshower. The bags were only $25 and can hold two decent sizes bags of groceries in each.

What do you think of the looks?

I like them better than the OEM Suzuki bags that I've got on my bike right now(Which cost a little more than twice as much as yours )

Raleigh,

The saddle bags look nice.

What are you using for supports to keep the bags from getting tangled up in the wheel and belt?

Kenny G

Kenny G wrote on 09/06/16 at 13:26:18:


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KennyG,

No, the supports didn't come with them. I had to get some regular ol' OEM Boulevard saddlebag supports to keep them off the wheels.

pg,

I've seen several of those water-tight bags at REI here in Raleigh, I think that's a great idea!! I'll try to pick up a couple of those before hurricane season has much of a chance to take hold of us this fall. Thanks.  

and JOG,

I just checked Amazon about five minutes ago and they said they have them in stock. I was wrong though, they were $29.99, not $25. I looked at some that were $25 but I like the looks of these much better. And no, I would NOT suggest getting anything much bigger. They sit right up against the turn signal housings as they sit right now. But it's easy enough for me to swing my leg across as I get on and off the seat. I'm happy with them.

https://www.amazon.com/Stansport-766-Saddle-Bag/dp/B004Z1239G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=U...