The new Defender EVO series of luggage from BUMOT builds on their reputation for durability and quality and is designed to be the best adventure-grade luggage available . Starting with 2mm aluminum, BUMOT Defender EVO panniers are made with strengthening flanges at the opening and a fully welded case floor to provide an incredibly strong structure. The cases are powdercoated inside and out in your choice of gray or black, or a new uncoated bare aluminum finish option available (by special order). The EVO cases are equipped with stainless steel latches with keyed locks (included), zinc passivated friction hinges, and heavy duty weatherstripping for waterproofness. Additional features of the Defender EVO system include:

Stainless steel quick release mechanism that allows the case to be removed or installed on the rack in seconds
Low profile polyamide nylon lid strap brackets integrated into the corner guards for a more streamlined look with no loss of functionality
Beveled corners to visually minimize the size of the cases on the bike
A new embossed outer panel with the BUMOT logo

The BUMOT system for the 2017+ V-Strom 650 / XT includes the pannier rack, a 35L, 40L, or 45L full size left pannier, a 31L, 36L, or 41L exhaust cut right pannier, pre-installed pannier mounts, pre-installed locks, and all hardware required to mount to the bike. The overall width for the pannier systems are:

35L / 31L - 36.6"
40L / 36L - 38.6"
45L / 41L - 40.9"

BUMOT pannier dimensions, measured at the lid, are as follows (L x H x D):

35L / 31L - 17.7” x 16.2” x 7.9”
40L / 36L – 17.7” x 16.2” x 9.1”
45L / 41L – 17.7” x 16.2” x 10.2”

Numerous options are available to complete your system, including a 4.5L locking toolbox that mounts to the pannier racks, pannier inner bags, top cases and mounts, and more.

Click here for a BMWMOA member review of the BUMOT pannier system, and watch the video below to see how BUMOT stacks up against the competition (courtesy of Adventure Bike TV).