Some bags are made to carry things. This one is made to travel with the machine.
Plastic boxes look out of place. Canvas bags sag. Nylon luggage never quite belongs on a classic scooter. Leather does. It ages with the ride, holds its shape, protects what you carry, and looks like it was always meant to be there.
This pattern teaches you to build a structured leather scooter rack bag by hand. A compact front rack bag with a rigid body, flap closure, buckle straps, LOXX fasteners, rear mounting straps, side D-rings, and a clean vintage silhouette. The kind of bag that looks just as good on a Vespa-style scooter as it does on the workbench while you're building it.
What's in the pattern
PDF — Full-size templates
Print at home on A4 or US Letter, or use the A0 file for large-format printing. No scaling, no recalculating. Every piece is labeled and ready to cut.
Video tutorial — The complete build, filmed
We built the bag on camera and walk you through the process step by step. Cutting, lining, stiffening, skiving, gluing, punching, stitching, edge finishing, hardware installation, and final assembly.
DXF files — For laser cutters and cutting machines
Compatible with LightBurn, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Inkscape, AutoCAD, and most vector software.
Digital download — available immediately after purchase.
The finished bag
| Imperial | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 7.5" | 19 cm |
| Width | 10.4" | 26.5 cm |
| Depth | 5.7" | 14.5 cm |
- Structured leather body — compact, rigid, and practical
- Front flap closure — classic scooter luggage style
- 2 LOXX closing systems — secure and easy to open
- 6 buckle straps — for mounting and visual detail
- Rear mounting straps — made to attach the bag to a scooter rack
- Side D-rings — useful for extra attachment options
- Designed for scooter, Vespa-style, motorcycle, or bicycle rack use
Materials you'll need
| Part | Weight | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Body option 1 | 3.5 oz / 1.4 mm leather | Around 5.5 sq ft / 0.5 m² total |
| Lining & stiffener | 1.5 oz / 0.6 mm PITEX or shoe stiffener + 1.5 oz / 0.6 mm pigskin | |
| Body option 2 | 6–6.5 oz / 2.4–2.6 mm stiff leather | Skived around the gusset and flap ear edges |
| Straps | 6.5 oz / 2.6 mm leather | Strips |
Video tutorial
Hardware & consumables:
- 1 mm waxed thread
- Edge dye
- Leather contact cement / glue
- 2 × LOXX closing systems
- 6 × buckles — 3/4" / 20 mm
- 2 × D-rings — 3/4" / 20 mm
Tools:
- Leather cutter or sharp knife
- Stitching needles
- Hole punch
- Cutting mat
- Mallet or maul
- Skiving knife
- Edge beveler
- Edge slicker or burnishing tool
- Ruler and scratch awl
Who is this for?
If you've already made a wallet, belt, pouch, or small leather bag, this is a strong next project. The shape is clean, but the build includes real bag-making techniques: lining, stiffening, skiving, curved gussets, straps, hardware, and precise stitching.
If this is your first structured leather bag, the video tutorial will guide you through the process. Take your time, follow the order of assembly, and check your print scale before cutting.
Skill level: Intermediate
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell bags I make using this pattern?
Yes — you can sell the finished leather bags you make. You cannot resell, share, copy, or redistribute the digital pattern files themselves.
What format is the PDF?
The pattern includes A4, US Letter, and A0 formats. Print at 100% — do not use “fit to page”.
What software do I need for the DXF?
Any vector software works — LightBurn, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Inkscape, AutoCAD, and similar programs.
Is this a finished bag?
No. This is a digital leathercraft pattern. No physical bag, leather, tools, or hardware are included.
Can I mount this on any scooter?
The bag is designed for rack mounting, but rack shapes and scooter models vary. Check the finished bag dimensions and your rack size before making the bag.
Can I make it in different colors?
Yes. The black and yellow version shown is just one option. The pattern works well in classic brown, black, tan, racing colors, or two-tone combinations.
All digital files are for the buyer’s use only. Redistribution, resale, sharing, or copying of the pattern files is not permitted.
