Magician Saddle Bags/ Containers

davisbm2 · 10-31-2018, 02:36 PM

Does anyone know of a saddle bag or container I can mount to the Magician for $50 or less?

Are there some that people are using for the Hawk that may work for the Magician?

Thanks

**JerryHawk250** · 10-31-2018, 03:08 PM

I recently installed one of these on my Hawk. I lucked out and picked one up for $22.20 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-3...53.m1438.l2649

Link to install http://chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=22247

Alpha Reign · 10-31-2018, 03:08 PM

Look for bicycle panniers on amazon. You can find waterproof ones on amazon for under $50. You might have to get creative to mount them. Nothing PVC can't take care of though.

**JerryHawk250** · 10-31-2018, 03:16 PM

$16 .50 caliber Ammo Cans from HF make good water tight panniers. https://www.harborfreight.com/50-cal...can-63181.html I think Timcosby has a post on here on how he mounted them.

Link to thread http://chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=18972

ChipToothy · 10-31-2018, 11:51 PM

I'm using 2 ammo cans and 2 lap top bags as the hard and soft panniers for my bike. You can find ammo cans at pawn shops or outdoor army surplus stores for 1/2 of the online price. I paid 12 for the 2 laptop bags in new condition at a thrift store. The nicer laptop bags are cool because they are well made and have a re-enforced flap inside you just push down and the bottom goes flat and sturdy. I have carried 2 2 liters of soda in each bag easily. The ammo boxes you can lock with a little steel chain and padlock, I use them for my utility needs. I also picked up an army canteen bag, insulated with a big closer flap, will velcro or zip tie to anything and fits well as a quick and easy tank/fender bag. Goes really well zip tied up above the rear tire where no one can see it

davisbm2 · 11-01-2018, 10:27 AM

My goal is to not have to weld a bracket to hold the bags. They sell "universal" saddlebags online, but I don't see anyway to support them, in other words they would just hang and flop around.. Never good on a motorcycle.

I guess if I want bags/ container on the bike I'll have to create some kind of bracket?

I am a big fan of Goodwill so I'll keep an eye out for some goodies there...

Weldangrind · 11-01-2018, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ChipToothy

I'm using 2 ammo cans and 2 lap top bags as the hard and soft panniers for my bike. You can find ammo cans at pawn shops or outdoor army surplus stores for 1/2 of the online price. I paid 12 for the 2 laptop bags in new condition at a thrift store. The nicer laptop bags are cool because they are well made and have a re-enforced flap inside you just push down and the bottom goes flat and sturdy. I have carried 2 2 liters of soda in each bag easily. The ammo boxes you can lock with a little steel chain and padlock, I use them for my utility needs. I also picked up an army canteen bag, insulated with a big closer flap, will velcro or zip tie to anything and fits well as a quick and easy tank/fender bag. Goes really well zip tied up above the rear tire where no one can see it

Chip, have you posted pics of your setup? I'd love to see it.

Alpha Reign · 11-01-2018, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davisbm2

My goal is to not have to weld a bracket to hold the bags. They sell "universal" saddlebags online, but I don't see anyway to support them, in other words they would just hang and flop around.. Never good on a motorcycle.

I guess if I want bags/ container on the bike I'll have to create some kind of bracket?

I am a big fan of Goodwill so I'll keep an eye out for some goodies there...

You could always go to Lows and buy some pvc pipe. Just secure it down with some bolts or straps.

ChipToothy · 11-01-2018, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Weldangrind

Chip, have you posted pics of your setup? I'd love to see it.

Several times lol.

ChipToothy · 11-01-2018, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davisbm2

My goal is to not have to weld a bracket to hold the bags. They sell "universal" saddlebags online, but I don't see anyway to support them, in other words they would just hang and flop around.. Never good on a motorcycle.

I guess if I want bags/ container on the bike I'll have to create some kind of bracket?

I am a big fan of Goodwill so I'll keep an eye out for some goodies there...

My boxes are bolt on, parts from plumbing supply store. I have moved them 3 times now. Probably will a 4th time as well ha!

For the laptop bags I tied the handles together in a knot and laid them across the bike with the seat off. Once I had my bags hanging even I added a zip tie to each handle/strap then put the seat back on.

ChipToothy · 11-01-2018, 02:40 PM

Pics

timcosby · 11-01-2018, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davisbm2

My goal is to not have to weld a bracket to hold the bags. They sell "universal" saddlebags online, but I don't see anyway to support them, in other words they would just hang and flop around.. Never good on a motorcycle.

I guess if I want bags/ container on the bike I'll have to create some kind of bracket?

I am a big fan of Goodwill so I'll keep an eye out for some goodies there...

mines not welded to the bike. they use one of the passenger peg bolts and one of the turn signal bolts.

10-31-2018, 02:36 PM	#1
davisbm2 Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 54	Magician Saddle Bags/ Containers Does anyone know of a saddle bag or container I can mount to the Magician for $50 or less? Are there some that people are using for the Hawk that may work for the Magician? Thanks
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10-31-2018, 03:08 PM	#2
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,715	I recently installed one of these on my Hawk. I lucked out and picked one up for $22.20 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-3...53.m1438.l2649 Link to install http://chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=22247 __________________ 2024 Linhai 300 ATV 4x4 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S (Sold) 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
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10-31-2018, 03:16 PM	#4
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,715	$16 .50 caliber Ammo Cans from HF make good water tight panniers. https://www.harborfreight.com/50-cal...can-63181.html I think Timcosby has a post on here on how he mounted them. Link to thread http://chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=18972 __________________ 2024 Linhai 300 ATV 4x4 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S (Sold) 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
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10-31-2018, 03:08 PM	#3
Alpha Reign Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Ohio Posts: 131	Look for bicycle panniers on amazon. You can find waterproof ones on amazon for under $50. You might have to get creative to mount them. Nothing PVC can't take care of though.
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10-31-2018, 11:51 PM	#5
ChipToothy Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 819	I'm using 2 ammo cans and 2 lap top bags as the hard and soft panniers for my bike. You can find ammo cans at pawn shops or outdoor army surplus stores for 1/2 of the online price. I paid 12 for the 2 laptop bags in new condition at a thrift store. The nicer laptop bags are cool because they are well made and have a re-enforced flap inside you just push down and the bottom goes flat and sturdy. I have carried 2 2 liters of soda in each bag easily. The ammo boxes you can lock with a little steel chain and padlock, I use them for my utility needs. I also picked up an army canteen bag, insulated with a big closer flap, will velcro or zip tie to anything and fits well as a quick and easy tank/fender bag. Goes really well zip tied up above the rear tire where no one can see it
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11-01-2018, 10:27 AM	#6
davisbm2 Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 54	My goal is to not have to weld a bracket to hold the bags. They sell "universal" saddlebags online, but I don't see anyway to support them, in other words they would just hang and flop around.. Never good on a motorcycle. I guess if I want bags/ container on the bike I'll have to create some kind of bracket? I am a big fan of Goodwill so I'll keep an eye out for some goodies there...
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