Attaching Harbor Freight Apache cases to Givi Easylock racks - Yamaha FJ-09

This video is about attaching Harbor Freight Apache brand protector cases on Givi "Easylock" saddlebag mounting racks as used on a Yamaha FJ-09 and other motorcycles with steel cable clips or clamps. My purpose is to have sturdy, weatherproof and inexpensive saddlebags that will stay on the bike "full time". However, because many other Givi racks are constructed of steel rods similar to their Easylock style, the method I used for my project could be generally useful attaching Apache, Pelican and similar cases to those other Givi racks.

[@charlesnoble9197]

My 2 cents worth would be to use stainless marine grade U-bolts and your idea of mounting the bags directly against the frame is by far the best way to bo. Also I would use two mounts at the top with large fender washers on the inside of the bag or even a flat backing plate that extended between the two upper mounts. With the bags loaded, a lot of stress is placed on the upper mounts when hitting bumps on the road. Thanks for posting the nice video.

[@JustPlainBill0]

You're welcome for the video. I agree that in a wet climate (not Nevada) SS U-bolts would be an improvement. As for reinforcing the mounts with washers or a plate, I just measured wall thickness of the Apache boxes and it's over 1/8" (3.6mm/1.43") and I don't think they need reinforcing. That said, I just hard mounted a a set of Saddlemen Cruis'nSlant (fake leather) bags on my Rebel and with just a light weight, somewhat flexible plastic sheet on the inside walls, I used 2" x 8" x 1/8" steel plates, back to back to reinforce those bags. So we are basically on the same page.

[@danagerds]

I like how you used cable clamps. the simplest set up ive seen yet ! very nice im using this method.

[@JustPlainBill0]

Glad it was helpful!

[@OldBastardOutdoors]

Thanks for sharing. Seems like a easy job

[@nathanielrhill]

Looks like I gotta get to harbor freight.
Good video

[@JustPlainBill0]

Thanks 👍

[@kentuckyadv]

Thanks for posting this. I'm going to mount some HF hard cases on my KLR and looking for ideas. This is a good one. FYI, I found you from a Harbor Freight's website review. :)

[@JustPlainBill0]

Glad it was helpful. The only downside is that if you travel by motorcycle, the bags are not removable and you will need liners to carry your stuff into a hotel. Easy fix.

[@shawn4101]

Thanks for sharing. The cable clamps work great.

[@JustPlainBill0]

Glad they worked for you.

[@glennr9913]

Thanks for sharing your video. This looks like a nice DIY luggage solution.

[@JustPlainBill0]

Thanks for watching!

[@hawaiisidecar]

Good video, thanks.

[@JustPlainBill0]

Glad you liked it!

[@regesaraujo6882]

Outro detalhe IMPORTANTE, não foi necessário um SUPORTE ESPECÍFICO, e no caso, talvez uma barra de reforço, mas só se for necessário! Já tinha visto fotos dessa idéia, em motos estavam em longas viagens, e sempre achei muito interessante!
Parabéns pelo trabalho, e sucesso!!

[@JustPlainBill0]

Muito Obrigado.

[@killroy2993]

It's definitely use plumbers tape. Or drill 2 holes in that stock to make a rectangular washer on the inside

[@regesaraujo6882]

Ficou muito bomm!!! Melhor do que os bauletos em alumínio!!

[@JustPlainBill0]

Obrigado. E custa menos que sacos de alumínio também. 8>)

[@regesaraujo6882]

Positivo!! mais barato, mais prático, creio que, mais resistente, e sem dúvidas, bem mais bonito!!

[@jakepalacios6798]

I’m about to set my dyna up with a pair of these I think. How do you like them so far.

[@JustPlainBill0]

They're good quality and so far (it's winter and I'm not riding much) they are holding up well. One thing, they are pretty small, so don't expect to carry more than a couple days of pants, socks and such. Also, since the cases don't come off, you might consider picking up canvas (tool or something like that) bags that fit inside the cases, to keep stuff together when you stop for the night. Good luck.