Inventors:
Patrick N. Proctor - Iron Ridge WI
Brian T. Nelson - Racine WI
Louis N. Netz - Grafton WI
Michael J. Jarosz - Pewaukee WI
Assignee:
Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc. - Milwaukee WI
International Classification:
B62J 704
US Classification:
224413, 224430, 224432, 224439
Abstract:
An expandable saddlebag for a motorcycle that is adjustable between a contracted condition and an expanded condition. The expandable saddlebag includes a gusset, and a gusset closure mechanism that is moveable from a closed position to an open position to adjust the bag between the contracted and the expanded conditions, respectively. The expandable saddlebag also has a connecting device that allows for selectively opening and closing access to an interior cavity. The expandable saddlebag also includes a top cover selectively attachable to the expandable saddlebag in both the contracted and the expanded position. The expandable saddlebag also includes a saddlebag frame detachably secured to the frame of a motorcycle, and a handle to facilitate carrying the expandable saddlebag when it is detached from the motorcycle frame.