Overview
Heavy Duty Touring Bags
The Bike Packer Classic waterproof rear panniers are Ortlieb’s top-of-the-line, cross-country touring panniers made with the classic polyester fabric. This set of bags hold 40 liters of cargo and the flip top closure makes for easy loading and unloading.
These heavy-duty panniers keep your gear safe and dry through all weather conditions.
(Sold as a Single. Also available as Pairs and with Add-On Deals.)
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
- Fabrics
- Features of both fabrics
- Highly rated tear and abrasion resistance.
- Use of high frequency welding to meet the highest of waterproofing specifications.
- “Classic” – Polyester, PVC Coated – PD620
- Used on the colored panels.
- As compared to the “Plus” fabric, this fabric is stiffer with a glossier outer finish.
- Cleans off very easily.
- Highly durable, pvc waterproof inner and outer layers.
- “Classic” – Polyester, PVC Coated – PS490
- Used on the black panels.
- Highly durable, pvc waterproof inner layer.
- Features of both fabrics
- Lids Over Gasket W/Drawstring
- Waterproof lid closes over the gasket and is sealed by tightening the vertical compression straps.
- The roll closure gains it’s stability and waterproof quality from the thin plastic stiffener bars sewn into the upper end of the material.
- The closure system offers quick access to your gear with the release of two buckles and the opening of the drawstring.
- Dust & Water Proofness Rating: IP 54
- 5 = Protected against dust, slight penetration of dust possible.
- 4 = Protected against splash water coming from all directions.
- Includes two shoulder straps for carrying the panniers off of the bicycle.
- Highly reflective 3M Scotchlite patches on left and right sides of the 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 23cm / 16.5″ x 12.6″ x 9″
Weight (pair): 20L / 1220.5 cu in
Volume Capacity (pair): 20 oz / 610.25 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.