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Jeffrey Kelly
Incredible Design, quality and service

Hyped on my new Backcountry 35L ver 2 Panniers. I’m currently on day 4 of a cross country trip from LA to NYC. Just hit the Grand Canyon yesterday and torrential rain and hail was first test… on pulling over to access rain gear quickly. I highly recommend watching the videos for any Mosco products you are thinking of. I’m on Desert X with backcountry 35 V 2 panniers/ (outback motor tech racks) with Backcountry 30 (double sided) tail bag and Wildcat 8L backpack. It’s a bomb system! I don’t wear the back pack much- I strap it as topper with water valve easily accessible and put wild cat in 20L dry sack when it rains. I also have the fatty tool roll. Great products. Worth every penny.

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Alan Wirbisky
Added Backcountry 25 Liter Panniers to Desert X

Love the panniers! They were easy to assemble - the Aux Pox onto the bags was helped by the clever design that uses velcro tab to hold the T-nuts in place. I also got great support form the factory regarding the which adapter bracket to use with my Hepco-Becker cut-out pannier racks. I have the Nomax tank bag and the thirty liter Backcountry duffle for extra capacity.

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Roland Reyes
Ballistic Nylon and Hypalon in the DNA

An excellent panniers that you wouldn't ignore! It's a reliable add on to my 2023 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure... the materials' supreme quality and finish, is beyond expectations! The water proofing is reliable and worry free. Easy to install and comes with all the hardware you need except for the water cooled adapter that wraps around your muffler. Convenient additional pox extra for your 1Ltr gas to safely carry in the middle of nowhere. Reliable Molle that can strap and carry your endless imagination on how to bring your gears and equipment. Backed by one if the warranty that money can buy and spent well on quality and reliability. Highly recommended with the highest rating of 5 stars, and beyond!

T
Tim Steinbis
Love the bags

Solid gear and very versatile.

P
Piper
Backcountry Offset Panniers are FANTABULOUS

I am so excited for our upcoming moto trip. These fit perfectly on my Tiger 900 GT. A much better option to the standard metal boxes that Triumph offers.
They were a fairly straight forward install using the SW-Moto Tech rack.

Backcountry 25L Pannier Kit (V2.1)

AUX POX (AUXILIARY POCKETS)
Color
Black
Woodland

(Anticipated restock date of the Woodland color is July 2023. To be alerted, click the blue Notify Me button. Pro Tip: If you don't see the button, click on your size and color and refresh your browser.)

The Backcountry Pannier is our flagship product, designed for long-distance adventure touring, hardcore enduro-style riding, and camping from your bike.

The standard configuration of this kit includes two 21L bags and two 4L Aux Pox auxiliary pockets (one on each bag) for 50L of total capacity. Four Aux Pox or No Aux Pox options are also available; see the variant options above.

With bomb-proof construction and heavy-duty materials, these bags can really take a beating. Our quick-mount wedge system makes it easy to take the panniers on/off the bike so you can store them in your tent or have them by the fire without wrestling with straps. Our new proprietary ‘Speed-Pin’ latch ensures that the mounting system is always engaged.

This is the system for long-distance travelers and people living off their bikes. Guides, instructors, and RTW riders: this system was designed for you.

Check out the new Backcountry Brush Guards, designed to provide additional protection from brush and extend the life of your bags.

Download Assembly Instructions.

*Sold as a pair: Just add a bike-specific rack and you are ready to rumble.

*Cutout Pannier Rack Note: Bikes with stock racks and a pannier exhaust cutout (like the R1250GSA, R1200GSA, 850GSA, or F800GSA for example) require an additional adapter. Check the 'Racks + Adapters' section of our site, or email us with questions.

We created the Backcountry Pannier because we were tired of over-the-seat soft panniers that flop around in rough terrain, have no external pockets or stash spots, disintegrate after a couple crashes, and are a total pain in the ass to get on and off the bike. We wanted something like a backpacking frame pack, but that mounts on your bike, and that stays connected to the bike and stays waterproof no matter how many times you lay the bike down.

The Backcountry's are super easy to click on and off the bike, and because the waterproofing is accomplished inside the bag (thanks to the two-bag system), minor external crashes and scuffs won’t faze your panniers at all. Thanks to the thick, welded seam internal liner, you’re also protected from internal abrasion: for example tools, or a camp stove, or some other hard piece of gear vibrating and rubbing against the inner surface over a long period of time.

Backcountry panniers will mount seamlessly on most OEM and aftermarket pannier rack systems. If you don't already have racks, we recommend Outback Motortek Standard Frame pannier racks, available in the Racks & Adapters section of our website. 


Rolling Updates to Version 2.1:

  • We introduced the Speed-Pin latch system, replacing the rotary draw latch we used before, for an ‘always-on’ attachment to the bike.
  • We upgraded the interior liner material from welded PVC to welded PU with a lighter cyan interior color to make things easier to find. The new PU is more environmentally friendly, more malleable 
  • We reintroduced the 25L size, and also the option of an offset kit for bikes with asymmetrical pannier racks to accommodate exhaust.
  • We added an aluminum locking bar at the top of the bag, to accommodate our Compact or Heavy Duty ADV Locks, and a stash pocket inside the beavertail for lock storage.
  • We replaced the sewn-on rear pocket in the prior version with the new Dry Pocket system – a harness and drybag - which can be bolted to the front or rear of the pannier (or both), or removed entirely.
  • We molded a new custom removable aluminum ladderlock buckle for the front beavertail, replacing the old stamped aluminum ones. The new buckle is as tough as the old one, but easier to adjust.
  • We added MOLLE webbing behind the beavertail, and also a handy tool holder for larger items like a hatchet, knife, or saw.
  • We added an extra layer of Hypalon armor on the outside of the beavertail and reflective panels on the sides.

Want to protect your panniers and gear from thieves? Add our Compact or Heavy Duty ADV Locks, which store conveniently in the pouch on the back of the beavertail, and integrate with the aluminum Locking Bar on top of the pannier to both a) lock the bag to the bike and b) lock the bag closed.

Backcountry Weight Note: The Backcountry is heavier than the Scouts, and it’s also heavier than a traditional over-the-seat saddlebag. What you get for that weight is bomb-proof construction and materials, a completely stable mounting system (no flopping), and lots of stash spots. Lighter is not always better if it comes at the price of functionality or durability. If weight is your primary concern but you want to stick with a rack system, check out the Scout 25L Panniers. If you’re really serious about weight, take off your racks (shaving 8-10 pounds off the bike) and get a Reckless 80L instead.

Wedge-Mount Compatibility Note: In July 2016, we switched the backcountry pannier wedge and frame from machined HDPE to molded glass-filled nylon. The new wedge/frame are not compatible with the old version. To determine which wedge/frame you have, check on the back of the wedge. If it is flat & smooth, that's HDPE. If it has an inset honeycomb pattern, that's molded nylon. We have extra wedges and frames of both materials in stock available for order by special request.

Cutout Pannier Rack Note: Bikes with stock racks and a pannier exhaust cutout (like the R1250GSA, R1200GSA, 850GSA, or F800GSA for example) require an additional adapter. Check the 'Hardware & Parts' section of our site, or email us with questions.

Check out the Backcountry Brush Guards, designed to provide additional protection from brush and extend the life of your bags.

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Easy on/off mounting
Stash Spots
100% Waterproof
Molle Expandability

Features

  1. Two bag system – dry bag inside, tough bag outside
  2. Six layers of crash protection where you need it most
  3. Heavy duty universal locking bar
  4. 4L Aux Pox bolt-on waterproof pocket/harness system for additional storage.
  5. Beavertail stash spot and multi-purpose camp tool holder
  6. Burly injection-molded, glass-filled nylon hard-mount system allows quick on/off
  7. MOLLE expandability – both sides and bottom
  8. Six external compression straps – with new custom molded Zinc Alloy G-Hooks
  9. Available kits include: 35L25L, and Offset 35L x 25L combination
Product Specs
  • *Assembly Instructions*
  • 50L total capacity for the standard configuration with two pockets (one pocket on each bag)
  • 25L capacity per pannier for the standard configuration (21L main compartment + 4L pocket)
  • 0 Pockets - 42L capacity
  • 2 Pockets - 50L capacity (standard config.)
  • 4 Pockets - 60L capacity
  • Length: 20in / 50.8cm top to bottom (can be extended significantly with roll top) 
  • Length with top roll open is 28in / 71.1cm 
  • Width: 15in / 38.1cm main body, 18in / 45.7cm with rear pocket 
  • Thickness: 6in / 15.2cm
  • Weight: approx. 10lbs / 4.5kg each with hardware (excluding Aux Pockets)
  • Mounting Frame weight:  2.1lbs / 1kg
  • Mounting Wedge weight:  1.4lbs / 0.65kg
  • Check the Fitment Page for rack questions, and please email us if your rack is not listed.
Construction + Materials
  • Outer Shell Materials: 1680D Ballistic Nylon and Hypalon – the ultimate first line of defense
  • Front/Rear inner panels: 22oz 840D TPU for water resistance and easy washing 
  • Inner Dry Bags: 100% waterproof 22 oz 840D TPU with welded seam construction 
  • Pocket Dry Bags: 100% waterproof 840D TPU with welded seam construction 
  • Side Buckles: Custom molded aluminum - rather than plastic - to withstand crashes
  • Speed-Pin attachment latches: High quality stainless steel finished in black oxide.
  • MOLLE Grids: Low-profile Hypalon for UV and abrasion resistance
  • Locking Bar: Anodized laser-cut aluminum, permanently riveted in place

Bag Care Pointers:

  • Clean with mild soap or any household multi-purpose cleaner and water
  • Allow to air dry thoroughly before storing
  • Remove bags from the bike when not in use
  • Store out of the sun and away from heat sources
  • Wear scars with pride
Kit Includes
  • Two 21L panniers (right/left) with frames
  • Your choice of 0, 2 or 4 Aux Pox pockets
  • Two mounting wedges
  • Hardware pack (8 washers + 16 M6x40mm screws)
  • Puck sak (8 aluminium mounting pucks)
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORY PRODUCTS:

BC 40L DUFFLE, 4L MOLLE, NOMAX TANK BAG

We needed this.

Product Creation at Mosko is an effort born of necessity. Everyone on our team rides – and time on the trail translates to an innovative, always improving product line. Crafting gear that will outperform in even the most harsh riding conditions means we make no compromise, ever.

“So far these are hands down the best Panniers I’ve ever owned. Like most of us riders, I researched every option possible. Didn’t matter what country they came from or what I had to do to get them I just wanted the best functioning and bomb proof system around. In my opinion these are the best available.”

Customer Reviews

Based on 1265 reviews
95%
(1200)
3%
(38)
1%
(9)
0%
(5)
1%
(13)
J
Jeffrey Kelly
Incredible Design, quality and service

Hyped on my new Backcountry 35L ver 2 Panniers. I’m currently on day 4 of a cross country trip from LA to NYC. Just hit the Grand Canyon yesterday and torrential rain and hail was first test… on pulling over to access rain gear quickly. I highly recommend watching the videos for any Mosco products you are thinking of. I’m on Desert X with backcountry 35 V 2 panniers/ (outback motor tech racks) with Backcountry 30 (double sided) tail bag and Wildcat 8L backpack. It’s a bomb system! I don’t wear the back pack much- I strap it as topper with water valve easily accessible and put wild cat in 20L dry sack when it rains. I also have the fatty tool roll. Great products. Worth every penny.

A
Alan Wirbisky
Added Backcountry 25 Liter Panniers to Desert X

Love the panniers! They were easy to assemble - the Aux Pox onto the bags was helped by the clever design that uses velcro tab to hold the T-nuts in place. I also got great support form the factory regarding the which adapter bracket to use with my Hepco-Becker cut-out pannier racks. I have the Nomax tank bag and the thirty liter Backcountry duffle for extra capacity.

R
Roland Reyes
Ballistic Nylon and Hypalon in the DNA

An excellent panniers that you wouldn't ignore! It's a reliable add on to my 2023 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure... the materials' supreme quality and finish, is beyond expectations! The water proofing is reliable and worry free. Easy to install and comes with all the hardware you need except for the water cooled adapter that wraps around your muffler. Convenient additional pox extra for your 1Ltr gas to safely carry in the middle of nowhere. Reliable Molle that can strap and carry your endless imagination on how to bring your gears and equipment. Backed by one if the warranty that money can buy and spent well on quality and reliability. Highly recommended with the highest rating of 5 stars, and beyond!

T
Tim Steinbis
Love the bags

Solid gear and very versatile.

P
Piper
Backcountry Offset Panniers are FANTABULOUS

I am so excited for our upcoming moto trip. These fit perfectly on my Tiger 900 GT. A much better option to the standard metal boxes that Triumph offers.
They were a fairly straight forward install using the SW-Moto Tech rack.

Warranty and Crash Replacement

We offer an industry-leading limited lifetime warranty on all our sewn seam bags, and a two year warranty on welded seam bags. Contact us for discounted crash replacement pricing.

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