Saddlebags are often bike-specific, but there are plenty of motorcycle saddlebags out there that can be used on pretty much any bike. With that in mind, I wanted to find the best motorcycle saddlebags for any motorcycle.
There are a lot of options out there, so I narrowed it down to only five of the very best so that you can cut through the crappy products out there and go straight for the good stuff.
Here are the motorcycle saddlebags for any motorcycle that that I chose as the five best.
Saddlemen Highwayman Slant Saddlebags
Own a cruiser motorcycle? Then the Saddlemen Highwayman Slant Saddlebags are for you. These saddlebags offer a classic look that will work on Harley-Davidson motorcycles, Indian Motorcycle bikes, and any metric cruiser.
The bags are made of thick SaddleHyde, feature a laced yoke construction that’s adjustable, a two-strap design, and chrome buckles. There’s also a plastic reinforcement in the back of the saddlebags and leather reinforcements designed to keep the bag’s shape. There are even turn signal cutouts to keep you from needing to relocate turn signals. The saddlebags are available in three sizes. Here are the specifications:
- MD: 13 inches long, 6 inches wide, 9 1/2 inches high
- LG: 15 1/2 inches long, 6 inches wide, 9 1/2 inches high
- Jumbo: 18 inches long, 6 inches wide, 12 inches high
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Givi EA100B Easy-T 40L Saddlebags
If you want something with a little bit more of a modern look and design to them, then you should check out the Givi EA100B Easy Range Saddle Bags. These bikes saddlebags are great for sportbikes and sport-touring motorcycles.
The saddlebags come with waterproof rain covers, heat resistant panels, and feature an expandable design. There’s also a shoulder strap they come with that makes them easy to take with you and Velcro straps to attach it to the bike.
- Capacity: 23 liters per side (40 liters per side expanded)
- Dimensions: 20.8 inches long, 7 inches wide, 12.5 inches high (11 inches wide expanded)
- Empty weight: 5.97 pounds
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Tour Master Elite Saddlebags
Another modern option that’s great for a wide variety of motorcycles are the Tour Master Elite Saddlebags. The saddlebags work for sportbikes, ADV bikes, and sport-touring motorcycles.
The saddlebags feature rain covers, 1680 denier ballistic polyester and 840 denier polyester construction, Velcro straps for attaching the bags to the bike, removable neoprene padding, zippered side openings and pockets, and reflective material.
- 20 Liter capacity per side
- Dimensions: 16.5 inches long, 9.7 inches wide, 10.9 inches deep
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Giant Loop MoJavi Saddlebags
The Giant Loop MoJave Saddlebags are a fantastic and tough item for dual-sport, dirt bike, and ADV riders. The bags simply fit over the top of the seat and have a few straps to tie down tightly at the rear of the bike.
The saddlebags feature a heat shield, Molle attachment for extra luggage, vinyl coated polyester construction, YKK zippers, military-spec fasteners, and ballistic webbing on lower attachments.
- Volume: 12 liters (2 x 6 liter side pockets)
- 2 Side pockets = 4 inches deep, 16 inches long, and 7 inches wide
- Weight: 3 lbs (including Hot Springs Heat Shield)
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Enduristan Blizzard Saddle Bags
Another great option for dual-sport riders, dirt bike riders, and ADV riders are the Enduristan Blizzard Saddlebags. Like the Giant saddlebags above, these strap over the back of the bike easily.
These saddlebags feature a roll-top design that’s waterproof, a red inner lining for easy visibility, multiple tie-down straps for easy installation, and four compression straps. There’s also cargo loops, attachment for a fender bag, ergonomic soft-grip handles, a shoulder strap for carrying off the bike, and plenty of adjustment to make it fit on any bike.
It comes in four sizes. The stats are below:
- SM: (2) 6 Liter bags – 11.8 inches long, 9.4 inches wide, 3.5 inches deep
- MD: (2) 8.5 Liter bags – 11.8 inches long, 9.4 inches wide, 4.9 inches deep
- LG: (2) 12 Liter bags – 11.8 inches long, 9.4 inches wide, 7.1 inches deep
- XL: (2) 17 Liter bags – 17.3 inches long, 11.8 inches wide, 8.1 inches deep
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