How to Make a Saddle Bag

How to Make a Saddle Bag thumbnail
Make a Saddle Bag

One of the most helpful accessories to put on a motorcycle or bicycle is the saddlebag. This will allow you to transport items while riding your bike. The saddle bags attach to the side of the bike by connecting to the frame of the bike at the back tire. You can make a cheap, but effective saddle bag at home using stuff you might have around the house.

Things You'll Need

  • Round plastic container with a lid
  • Marker
  • Drill
  • Tie wraps
Show More

Instructions

    • 1

      Clean out your plastic container using warm water and soap. Make sure you clean the lid as well. One of the most commonly used plastic containers is an old peanut butter jar. If you want to transport bigger items, use a small, round bucket. The container must have a round shape since this particular saddle bag is going directly under the seat of the bike.

    • 2

      Hold the plastic container under the seat of your bike. Use the seat rails as your guide to mark off, with a marker, where the four holes will be drilled.

    • 3

      Drill four holes in a your plastic container as the four corners of a square. Insert your tie wraps.

    • 4

      Attach the plastic container to the seat rails by tying the wraps around the rails.

    • 5

      Put the objects you are hauling into the container, and screw the lid on.

Related Searches:

Resources

  • Photo Credit http://www.halcyon.com/donace/BIKE2A.GIF

Comments

You May Also Like

  • How to Make Animal Saddlebags

    Making saddlebags for animals is a straightforward and quick project that anyone can do. You can make saddlebags for horses, donkeys and...

  • How to Make Leather Saddlebags

    Nothing compliments a motorcycle like leather accessories. A premium leather saddlebag is a perfect item to both accessorize your bike and carry...

  • How to Install Harley Davidson Saddlebags

    Harley Davidson is one of the most well-known motorcycle manufactures on the market today. They have been manufacturing motorcycle and motorcycle accessories...

  • How to Add Saddle Bags to a Yamaha Virago

    Even cruiser motorcycles like the Yamaha Virago benefit from having saddlebags attached to them. The rider has space to carry coats and...

  • How to Make Your Dusty Saddlebags Shine

    Leather saddle bags can add a custom look, added storage, or just a sexy look to your motor cycle. Heres how to...

  • How to Make a Pack Saddle Bag

    Cycling around the city and country is a good way to get around. However, a bike does lack in storage space for...

  • How to Tie a Saddle Bag on a Horse

    Having a saddle bag gives you the freedom to bring along essential items when setting out on a trail ride by horse...

  • How to Make Saddle Horn Bags

    A saddle horn bag can be any kind of leather bag that ties onto or fits over a leather saddle. Making a...

  • How to Make Leather Saddle Bags

    It's a hassle to store your things in pockets and other places, especially while riding on a motorbike. Adding a leather saddlebag...

  • How to Make a Rocking Horse Saddle

    So you just bought or assembled a beautiful little rocking horse, but something is missing that would make this toy a lot...

  • How to Make a Small Leather Saddle

    Working with leather can be challenging and exciting. Using a material like leather requires patience and skill, and will demand the full...

  • How to Care for Leather Saddle Bags

    Leather saddle bags can be an impressive addition to your motorcycle apparel, but over time, the elements can wreak havoc on the...

  • How to Mount Saddle Bags to Vulcan 500

    If there's a disadvantage to riding a motorcycle it's that there isn't much storage room. But there are many choices when it...

  • How to Make a Horse Costume for Kids

    Your child comes home and tells you he will be participating in a school play. The part is that of a horse,...

  • How to Attach Saddlebags to a Bike

    Bicycle saddlebags are small, often wedge-shaped bags designed to fit under the seat. The bags hold small items such as spare inner...

  • How to Care for a Brooks Bicycle Saddle

    Although synthetic saddles are generally less expensive and lighter in weight, many cycling enthusiasts find that nothing compares to the durability and...

  • DIY Bike Bags

    Make your own bike bag that hangs from your handle bars to gather and hold items as you travel. A bike bag...

  • How to Install Motorcycle Saddle Bags

    Motorcycle saddlebags are a necessary accessory for carrying items, be they groceries, books, or clothing for a trip. Saddlebags are made in...

  • How to Make Bicycle Panniers

    Panniers provide an effective and versatile way to carry groceries, camping gear, school books and many other necessities on your bicycle. With...

  • Homemade Saddlebags

    Saddlebags are a convenient way for a biker to carry essential items. Many kinds of saddlebags are available, but many can be...

Related Ads

Featured