A company called Adventure Harley sells many different types of saddle bags. This company sells both leather saddle bags as well as external lids and covers for saddle bags.

The army saddle bags have a slit or slot on either side. This slot fits over a raised metal bar anchored to the back of the Mcclellan saddle by two screws. A small leather strap slips under each metal bar to keep the saddle bags anchored to the saddle.

You can purchase Harley Davidson bags for your bike at VikingBags or T-Bags. Another option is buy Harley Davidson bags from eBay. Motorcycle saddle bags can hold extra clothing, drinks, snacks and for example a cellphone.

Bike saddle covers can be purchased on the internet from eBay,Amazon, and Walmart. The saddle covers will be available in many different colors and styles.

Yeah, saddle bags are still in use like on motorcycles, horses and bikes rather on motorcycles handlebar's bags, tank bags, seat bags, sissy bar bags etc are common too.