Aluminium Panniers Classic & Rhino Series – BMW R1100/1150 GS/GSA
Price range: 626.78 € through 696.96 €
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Classic or Rhino aluminium panniers for the BMW R1100 / R1150 GS, both mounting on the same Heavy Duties symmetrical racks.
- Waterproof and dustproof, sealed lid and base
- Impact-release mounting and one key for both panniers
- Made in Romania, tested on RTW expeditions
Price is for a set of two panniers. Choose Classic or Rhino; requires the BMW R1100/1150 GS/GSA pannier racks, symmetrical.
- Shipping across Romania & Europe
- 14-day returns
- Made in Romania by Heavy Duties
- Secure payment
Heavy Duties aluminium panniers for the BMW R1100 GS and R1150 GS / GS Adventure come in two series, Classic and Rhino, both mounting on the same symmetrical pannier racks. Choose the look and protection level you prefer; the racks and fitment stay the same, and the panniers are made in Romania and tested on real round-the-world expeditions.
Classic or Rhino: choose your series
- Classic panniers: 2 mm aluminium with 14 bending lines, cold-formed lid and base, replaceable HDPE corner protectors and a strong impact-release mounting.
- Rhino panniers: deep-drawn lid and base with the exclusive reinforced Rhino edge profile for extra durability, plus the advanced impact-release and secure mount system.
Key features
- Waterproof and dustproof: fully sealed, cold-formed lid and base.
- Impact release: the mounting system lets the pannier come off the rack in a heavy impact.
- One key locks both panniers.
- Same racks for both series: you can upgrade from Classic to Rhino later.
- Easy to live with: quick to fit and remove from the rack.
- Proven: designed and made in Romania, tested on RTW expeditions.
Frequently asked questions
Do Classic and Rhino panniers use the same racks?
Yes. Both series mount on the BMW R1100/1150 GS/GSA pannier racks, symmetrical.
Can I upgrade from Classic to Rhino later?
Yes. Because the racks and fitment are shared, you only change the panniers.
Are the panniers waterproof?
Yes. Both series are sealed against water and dust.
Is the price for one pannier or a set?
All listed prices are for a set of two panniers.
Built to withstand adventure
Panniers features
Every detail is engineered for real-world adventure riding — from the materials we choose to the way each part is formed, welded and sealed. Here is what each feature means for you.
2 mm aluminium, 14 bends
High-grade 2 mm aluminium alloy formed along 14 bending lines — a strong structure with a sensible weight.
Deep-drawn lid & base
Lid and base are cold-formed (deep-drawn) in one piece: more rigid, more waterproof and with no welded corners.
Waterproof & dustproof
Riveted, silicone-sealed base and an exchangeable EPDM gasket on the lid keep driving rain, dust and river crossings outside.
13-face HDPE corners
High-density polyethylene corners, mould-injected in-house. Very wear-resistant and replaceable one by one.
CNC milled & TIG welded
Robot and hand welded with attention to detail; CNC-milled parts for a precise fit and clean edges.
4 strap holders
Polyethylene holders with rounded edges: no strap abrasion, fit several strap widths and are replaceable.
Impact Release fixing system
Locked to the steel racks with high-strength polyethylene brackets and 14 thread-locked bolts. In a heavy impact the pannier releases from the rack, protecting your leg, the rack and the pannier.
Toggle latch, one key
1.5 mm laser-cut steel toggle latch with Heavy Duties stamping and one key for both panniers — or the Alterna-Latch that opens from both sides.
Alterna-Latch
Dual-action hinge lock: open the lid from either side, or release both latches and lift it off.
Extreme protections
2 mm aluminium plates riveted over the exposed edges for hard off-road riding.
5 mm foam isolation
Polyethylene inner padding protects your gear and reduces rattling.
Easy to repair
Corners and strap holders are designed to be replaced individually — extending the life of your panniers.
See every detail up close: how our panniers are built →
Fits
- BMW R1100 GS
- BMW R1150 GS
- BMW R1150 GS Adventure
Requires the BMW R1100/1150 GS/GSA pannier racks, symmetrical.
Technical specifications
| Series | Classic · Rhino |
|---|---|
| Classic shell | 2 mm aluminium, 14 bending lines, replaceable HDPE corners |
| Rhino shell | Deep-drawn lid and base, reinforced Rhino edge profile |
| Sealing | Fully sealed, waterproof and dustproof |
| Mounting | Impact-release system |
| Lock | One key for both panniers |
| Racks | Heavy Duties symmetrical pannier racks for the BMW R1100 / R1150 GS |
| Sold as | Set of two (left and right) |
| Made in | Romania (EU) |
Replacement Heavy Duties protection corners are available separately.
4 reviews for Aluminium Panniers Classic & Rhino Series – BMW R1100/1150 GS/GSA
Sizes
Three sizes, built to balance carrying capacity and handling.
450 × 220 × 420 mm
Compact and balanced — ideal for lighter setups and shorter trips.
480 × 250 × 420 mm
Maximum volume and stability for long journeys and two-up riding.
Exhaust cutout set
Model-specific sets with a cut-out profile on the exhaust side, keeping total width minimal.
Colours
Electrostatic powder coating for corrosion, UV and abrasion resistance — or raw aluminium.
Natural aluminium
No coating — a pure, industrial look that shows every journey.
Grey coated
Electrostatic powder coating in a refined, understated tone.
Black coated
The classic adventure finish — tough, stealthy, weather-resistant.
Mix & match
Combine coated and natural panniers — ask us for custom combinations.
Lid opening
Two classic configurations, or the dual-action Alterna-Latch.
2 locks · removable lid
Both latches release for full lid removal — handy as a tray at camp.
1 lock · 1 hinge
One latch opens, the other works as a hinge.
Alterna-Latch
Dual lock / hinge — opens from either side or lifts off completely.
Extra options
Add protection and practicality — all built to the same Heavy Duties standard.
Extreme protections
2 mm aluminium plates riveted over exposed edges for hard off-road use.
Pannier handles
Carry the pannier off the bike or strap gear on top.
5 mm foam isolation
Polyethylene inner padding comes with every set.
Built for the long road
Made in Romania
Designed, welded and finished in our own workshop.
Laser-scanned fit
Every mount point captured on the real motorcycle.
Impact release
Pannier mounting designed to protect the rider in a crash.
Shipped across Europe
Packed carefully and tracked to your door.
Questions before you order
Not sure this fits your bike or setup? Call us on +40 785 076 265 or write to heavyduties@gmail.com — the people who build it will answer.
Every product is designed for the exact models listed in its title and categories, using measurements taken on the real bike. If your model or year is not listed, contact us before ordering.
We ship across Romania and Europe. Most orders leave the workshop within a few working days; made-to-order items can take longer and we will tell you the exact timing.
Yes — you have 14 days to return a product. See our return policy for the details.
Check the compatibility notes in the description: panniers mount on Heavy Duties racks, and racks are specific to each bike. You can find all parts for your bike in Shop by motorcycle.
Harry Salomons –
The best panniers ever…
I use this panniers for about 4 years now and they are still going strong. I have had several crashes with them and found out that the panniers are unbreakable!
Very good quality and looks, i recommend these panniers to all long distance travelers. They took my luggage from all over Europe and the Middle East and back home again (The Netherlands), always dry in terrible weather, save and sound.
Niclas Wissmann –
Really good cases!
I’m using them now for the second season and have covered many kilometres with them. They are super stable and have survived both onroad and offroad crashes without serious damage.
They offer plenty of space, are waterproof and well insulated. Best bang for the buck!
And if something does break (in my case the plastic bracket), the friendly HeavyDuties service is on the spot.
I am looking forward to a topcase! 😀
Gerd Schwagerle –
Great quality at a reasonable price.
Received my panniers yesterday and mounted them already. They are looking great on my 1150 GS.
I’m very happy and looking forward to using them for my travels.
Markus Remmel –
Ich habe die Koffer umgehend bekommen. Sie sind super verpackt und die gesamte Abwicklung mit “Heavyduties” war sehr professionell und die Kommunikation erstklassig.. Die Koffer sind super. Sehr stabil und wertig. Ich finde sie auch schön. Der Anbausatz passte hervorragend und war in kurzer Zeit montiert.
Fazit: ich empfehle die Firma und die Produkte ohne Einschränkung.