will these side saddle bag clips scratch or mar the finish on the vehicle
1069458
yes, we used the clips in conjuntion with the rightline carrier which also scratched the bumper. We ended up putting a thick towel on the bumper then the carrier as well as using face cloths with the clips. Hope this helps
1069459
No, there is a special coating on the clips to prevent that. We've used them three times already with my car and have had no issue. We have a Honda Insight. They slide right in the gap at the top of the hatch. Hope this helps!
1069460
I do not know as my review stated that the product they came with sucked so bad that we never got to use them foe any amount of time.
1069461
We have a dodge caravan and drove from Kansas to Maine and Back with no damage to the car and that included being rearended at a stop light the saddle bag performed well a slight rip from the accident but not enough to prevent it from being weather proof. Would recommend adding a solid bottom to keep frame in place.
1069462
The saddle bag clips were used on the top rails of an explorer, no problem at all
1069463
These clips are coated with a rubbery type material so they won't scratch. We did not experience any problems with the clips when we used them. We did use them on the sides of the rear door of our minivan to keep the saddlebag from shifting, as we have a roof rack.
1771366
It has a plastic mount for the handlebar so it should not have scratch issues.
792488
Might take the chrome bar off saddle bags measure bags to your bolts for fender rail then bolt them right to your fender rails don't use the chrome rails that come with them they will bounce around
1812727
There isn't much reflective material on this rear tail light, it's just a light. It attaches in multiple ways, I have mine on the rear stay of my bike. Not sure if it will fit onto your saddle bag.
1187475
No, It hasn't scratched mine. I use it to secure a Colt 45, Series 70 Model 1911 with a parkerized finish. It works great. I have it mounted under a rack in the server room at my company. Just in case some one comes in acting crazy.
849874
I could see where they might scuff it but doubt it would scratch a factory finish. They are a semi hard plastic like poly pipe. They do not scratch our boat or our jet skis.
1692922
Yes, to alleviate this, make sure seat post is free of grease & dust. It also depends on how much weight you have in the back. I've mastered giving it a nudge to put it back in alignment while riding...A minor inconvenience on a less than 50 mile ride. If you're going to be planning and extended trip I'd suggest a fixed rack. I bought the Topeak 29'er rack which also accommodates the MTX trunk bag.
1479169
Its designed not to harm finishes, the body is made of aluminum and the tension screw has a plastic bumper on it to keep it from rubbing. It hasn't left any marks on my Kimber in two years of use(yes I normally shoot with it attached)
251432
They are made of cloth and should not scratch the hood of you car. I shot my rifle using the bags from the trunk of my car with no scratches.
138843
I have them on fake wood laminate and no problems. They won't scratch but may wear the finish if repeatedly travelled over the same path.
2272133
Yes because it's very difficult to use the existing clips. You may try to use them but they are made of plastic and usually get damaged when pulled out. Best bet is to pull one and compare it to the clips at your local auto parts shop. They are inexpensive and the will make the final finish more uniform.
1551678
They do have a mirror finish and I have not had a problem with scratching. We use them in the summer when we take the food outside to eat. Plus I loved them in the ARMY, ( little better than the ARMY ones). Hope this helped you.
1917302
The one I installed had the clips on it. It was complete, just pop the old one out and push the locking clips into the holes. Should be tight when you finish. It will look and work great when you are finished.
1123476
I think it will be an issue. I now have a DRZ 400, w/ side racks that prevent the bags from touching the exhaust, I owned 2 KLR's and I think the bag will touch the exhaust.
49651
No issues at all, it's a great tank bag! You do want to make sure your bike is clean before installing the bag, as dirt / sand under the bag will end up scratching the paint.
393983
If the side rail caps are just trim pieces on your ride and They don't hold down a bed lid and you don't lash anything to themWhen helping a friend move they will be fine. If you use the rails for anything the tape won't hold.
834311
There are clips on the side. They work well. I have used them for years without a mishap.