Overview
Ortlieb Back Roller Plus waterproof panniers are terrific, expedition-quality rear panniers with a roll-top closure. These bags are made of lightweight Cordura fabric and offer a large carrying capacity.
The QL2.1 mounting system with Quick Lock retractable hooks make loading and unloading a quick and easy transition. These panniers are also compatible with most racks and offer a shoulder strap for easy travel while off the bike. Maximize your carrying capacity by coupling these bags with the Front Roller Plus panniers. Haul your cargo anywhere with these versatile panniers.
Features
- QL2.1 Mounting System
- Features of both Upper & Lower Mounting
- Manufactured from a fiber-reinforced high-tech, anti-scratch thermoplastic that is extremely strong and durable, and in many tests can be stronger than metal parts.
- Fits rack rails from 8mm to 16mm diameter.
- See the QL2.1 mounting instructions.
- Upper Mounting
- The hook positions are easily adjusted without tools for optimal placement on the rack’s upper rails.
- More forward placement is better for weight distribution, but rearward positions may be necessary for heal clearance.
- Quick-lock hooks open automatically by lifting the pannier handles for easy one-handed removal.
- Includes anti-scratch hook inserts for 8mm, 10mm and 12mm rails.
- Optional 20mm QL-2.1 Top-Hooks – E193 are available for over-sized rack top-rails.
- The hook positions are easily adjusted without tools for optimal placement on the rack’s upper rails.
- Lower Mounting
- The semi-elliptical shape of the lower hook rail allows for optimal positioning for secure and easy attachment.
- The lower hook position along the rail and orientation (in 15 deg steps) is easily adjusted without tools.
- An additional lower mounting hook can be added on for extra security of the panniers in rough conditions.
- Features of both Upper & Lower Mounting
- “Plus” – Cordura, Pu Coated – PS36C
- Highly rated tear and abrasion resistance.
- Use of high-frequency welding to meet the highest of waterproofing specifications.
- As compared to the “Classic” PD620 fabric, it is lighter in weight and more flexible especially in cold weather, yet it is still very tough.
- Not as easy to clean as the “Classic” PD620 fabric.
- Highly durable, polyurethane waterproof inner layer.
- Roll-Top Closure
- Simple, effective and highly versatile means of protecting contents against dust and spray water from all directions.
- The roll closure gains it’s stability and waterproof quality from the thin plastic stiffener bars sewn into the upper end of the material.
- Height or volume of packed bags can also be reduced by rolling up the material further.
- Dust & Water Proofness Rating: IP 64
- 6 = Dust proof, no penetration of dust.
- 4 = Protected against splash water coming from all directions.
- Includes two shoulder straps for carrying the panniers off of the bicycle.
- Shoulder straps integrate into the roll closure system for easy accessibility.
- Highly reflective 3M Scotchlite patches on front and rear of pannier.
- Internal storage pocket.
- Lower edge protector with slots for mounting to the Ortlieb Carry System.
- Typically used as rear panniers but can also be used as large front panniers.
- Compare the primary feature sets across all Ortlieb Bags on our Ortlieb Feature Page
Specs
(Sold as a Single. Also available as Pairs and with Add-On Deals.)
H x W x D (each): 42cm x 32cm x 17cm / 16″ x 12″ x 6″
Weight (single): 840g / 59.26oz
Volume Capacity (single): 20L / 1220.5 cu in
Warranty
All Ortlieb Bags are backed by a 5-year warranty against defects in material and manufacturing.
Please see our Warranty page for the details of our warranty process.