Finally Back On A Triumph (in New Orleans)

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  1. Kirk Coco

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    Hey Everyone,

    Kirk Coco from New Oreans (NOLA). Just got a new to me 2012 Bonneville SE in ridiculously perfect shape with 1575 miles and not a scratch. Runs perfect and has a few extras, including a center stand (which seems extremely hard to use, not sure if my previous BMW center stand experience has me doing something wrong.), a steering damper (also not really sure why, but it is there), color matching fly screen, and I am soon to add British flag rubber knee pads, a tire signal system and panniers/saddle bags.

    My question for everyone is where can I find bags that will fit the Bonnie and not touch the exhaust. They come up pretty high in the back. I have also not found anyone selling Triumph bags. Any ideas on how to get these or another that fits and looks classic would be appreciated.

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    Hi and welcome. I have just put a search in google and there are loads of sites offering panniers. Give it a look. :):)
     
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    Helmut Visor Only dead fish go with the flow
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    Howdy Kirk Coco :cool:
     
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    I have found a lot of hits, the problem is that most of these say universal fit. With the exhaust coming up so high, I think most of them will be resting on the exhaust. I was hoping that someone made them specifically for this version of the Bonneville. Triumph used to, but I can't find a Triumph set anywhere.
     
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    Sandi T It's ride o'clock somewhere!

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    Greetings and welcome to the forum, Kirk Coco! That's a beautiful bike and it sounds like you got a terrific deal. Hope you find those bags you're searching for and also that you enjoy the bike...and the forum.
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    Hello Kirk and welcome to the forum :)
     
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    David Cooper Triumph Rocketeer.
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    Hello Kirk.

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