Box panniers. Maybe make some

[Wayners]

This video gave me the idea. A bit big but a good Idea. Looks like a set of drums. Ha...

Then I discovered you can buy boxes but a bit expensive I thought.

Velobin™ pannier boxes

Velobin™ - tough, lockable, 100% waterproof, bicycle pannier bike bags | eBay

Velobin™ is the original hard luggage for bicycles. Carry 17½ litres / up to 10kg (22lb) per Velobin. Lockable & lightweight (1100g / 39oz). Fits virtually all bicycle racks. Will never flap or snag in your wheel spokes.

www.ebay.co.uk

Then I found these for £13 and I wondered If I could use?
Maybe stump up the the money and buy the proper boxes made by velobin. Anyone got one?

https://www.therange.co.uk/household/waste-bins/flip-top-bins/25-litre-plastic-waste-bin-with-flap-lid-by-wham/

Lower centre of gravity. Waterproof. Stuff things in. Maybe add reflectors. Might go look later today and size up

 

[saneagle]

I made these rather nice paniers out of a pair of toilet cisterns!

 

[Az.]

Lower centre of gravity. Waterproof. Stuff things in. Maybe add reflectors.

You might hate the rattling sound.

 

[Az.]

This video gave me the idea. A bit big but a good Idea. Looks like a set of drums. Ha...

4min 50 sec - that is an interesting concept

 

[thelarkbox]

I made these rather nice paniers out of a pair of toilet cisterns!

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looks rather like my 76 750 F1

 

[saneagle]

looks rather like my 76 750 F1

GS550 1978. Did 30,000 miles on it, then traded for a GS1000 in 1981.

 

[thelarkbox]

GS550 1978. Did 30,000 miles on it, then traded for a GS1000 in 1981.

ebikes are sure a hell of a lot lighter

 

[thelarkbox]

This video gave me the idea. A bit big but a good Idea. Looks like a set of drums. Ha...

Then I discovered you can buy boxes but a bit expensive I thought.

Velobin™ pannier boxes

Velobin™ - tough, lockable, 100% waterproof, bicycle pannier bike bags | eBay

Velobin™ is the original hard luggage for bicycles. Carry 17½ litres / up to 10kg (22lb) per Velobin. Lockable & lightweight (1100g / 39oz). Fits virtually all bicycle racks. Will never flap or snag in your wheel spokes.

www.ebay.co.uk

Then I found these for £13 and I wondered If I could use?
Maybe stump up the the money and buy the proper boxes made by velobin. Anyone got one?

https://www.therange.co.uk/household/waste-bins/flip-top-bins/25-litre-plastic-waste-bin-with-flap-lid-by-wham/

Lower centre of gravity. Waterproof. Stuff things in. Maybe add reflectors. Might go look later today and size up

Looks Good, even had a wee browse for suitable boxes and these seem like the good VFM wiyth a narrow profile.. Waterproof? though ?? I would add a drain hole or 2 just in case..

what are you thinking for hooks and hardware? Much better than old paint buckets ..

 

[AGS]

Ammo boxes.

Ammo Boxes & Storage - Free Delivery | Military Kit

Our range of ammo boxes are perfect for storing your ammunition of various calibres and ideal for general use such as toolboxes and any other items that need organising. Available in metal and plastic options we have genuine army surplus 30 cal and 50 cal ammo boxes and brand new NATO ammo boxes...

www.militarykit.com

I would fit them to my greaser if I didn’t already have a nice pair of weathered in leather panniers.

They are ideal to use as battery boxes as well. Less chance of burning your house down when the battery catches on fire.

 

[Wayners]

Update
Ordered challenge pannier bags from Argos using my nectar points. £15 ( kind of free, I've got 1000s from work )

 

[Wayners]

Challenge pannier bags from Argos. They are ok. Cheap at £15.



Not sure how bags attach with sliding clip so pulled off the clip and tried on. See below..


Side bag.



Strapped on an old tool bag as my plastic box was too difficult to fit. Can be done but not now so I'll stick with bag which can just be seen in picture.

Material is thick. Pockets are big. Two smaller side zip pockets ..

Anyone in the market for pannier bag and don't want to spend much, I recommend