How Do You Care For Leather Saddlebags?
Leather saddlebags on a motorcycle are exposed to dirt, sun, mud, rain and snow, which makes them difficult to keep clean. Exposure to these elements can destroy leather saddlebags if you don’t take steps to prevent that. With regular cleaning and treatment, your saddlebags will last for years. Check to see how harsh the cleaning agent is. Apply a small amount of the leather cleaning agent to a clean washcloth. Gently rub a small spot on the underside of the saddlebag with the washcloth. If you notice that the leather changes color, mix the solution with fifty percent water. If there is no color change, the cleaning agent can be used as is. Pour about a tablespoon of the cleaning agent onto the sponge. Rub the sponge until it gets foamy. Gently rub the saddlebags with the sponge in a circular motion. Do not press hard on the saddlebags. Wipe the residual foam off the saddlebags with a clean, damp washcloth. Condition the saddlebags with linseed oil. Squeeze a small amount in your hand
