Perfect soft luggage for the Rieju Aventura 307 Rally: Touratech Discovery 2 panniers

July 26, 2025

The Rieju Aventura 307 Rally is a motorcycle designed for true off-road adventure: light, agile, efficient, and designed to move with ease on rough roads, fast tracks, and long-distance routes. But when it comes to traveling with luggage, not everything goes. Loading this bike with hard cases would betray its essence. That's why choosing specialized soft luggage like the Touratech Discovery 2 saddlebags is the best possible solution.

This article takes an in-depth look at why this luggage system is best suited for a lightweight trail bike like the Rieju 307, how to install it, its capacity, and why it can make the difference between an uncomfortable ride and an unforgettable experience.

Why soft luggage for the Rieju Aventura 307 Rally?

Lightness and off-road performance

The Rieju Aventura 307 Rally weighs around 150 kg in running order. Its competitive advantage over other mid-displacement trail bikes is its reduced weight, which allows it to tackle difficult terrain with confidence.

Using hard luggage adds extra weight and shifts it outward, compromising balance. In contrast, soft luggage , such as the Discovery 2 panniers, distributes weight more naturally and closer to the center of mass.

Safety in case of a fall

Falls and bumps are inevitable when traveling in the countryside. Hard-shell suitcases can:

• Bending subframe or hardware.

• Catching your leg in a fall.

• To break beyond repair.

The Discovery 2s act as an impact absorption zone . Being soft, they prevent structural damage to the bike and even protect the rider.

Installation without hardware

The Rieju's subframe is made of reinforced but thin steel. Adding heavy aluminum racks or metal structures can:

• Generate fatigue in the chassis.

• Complicate access to tools or the electrical system.

• Add unnecessary weight.

The Discovery 2s don't require any hardware. They fit directly onto the seat or rear , using a strap system that makes them the most practical luggage in the segment.

Touratech Discovery 2: saddlebags designed for real adventure

Based on years of experience by Touratech designers and tested on real-life expeditions, the Discovery 2 is a streamlined evolution of the classic bridge-style panniers. Let's take a look at what makes them so special:

"Bridge" type design without the need for a structure

The saddlebags are connected to each other by a flexible "yoke" or bridge- type base, which fits over the seat or rear luggage rack.

Advantages:

• Universal mounting, even on motorcycles without a rear rack.

• Total stability when joined together.

• Possibility of mounting an extra bag in the upper center.

Ultra-resistant and waterproof materials

The construction is based on:

• Ballistic canvas coated with polyester and TPU (high-strength thermoplastic).

• Heat-sealed seams for 100% guaranteed waterproofing .

• Watertight YKK zippers.

• Interior and side reinforcements that maintain the shape of the bag.

This means you'll be able to:

• Cross rivers or endure heavy rain without the risk of getting your luggage wet.

• Support the motorcycle on the saddlebags without tearing them.

• Clean the mud easily with a hose or rag.

Total capacity up to 66 liters

Each Discovery 2 has:

• 25 liters per saddlebag (50 L total).

• Two external compartments per side (4 to 5.5 L each).

This gives a total capacity of up to 66 usable liters : perfect for long trips without the need for a backpack.

And if you need it, you can add a dry bag of up to 18 L on top of the deck.

Ultra-secure fixing system

Fixation is done with:

• Side straps with reinforced buckles.

• Lower straps with adjustable loops for anchoring to the frame or footrests.

• High-strength Velcro on the central bridge.

• Compression straps to keep the volume tight.

This system ensures that the bags don't shift over bumps or jolts. Once adjusted, they form a solid block over the rear seat.

Full compatibility with the Rieju Aventura 307 Rally

No hardware: lighter, more freedom

The shape of the Rieju Aventura allows the Discovery 2 panniers to be mounted without the need for racks. This:

• Reduces the overall weight of the assembly.

• Simplifies assembly and disassembly.

• Improves access to side covers and tools.

Ideal size for the narrow subframe

The overall width of the Discovery 2 is contained, which:

• Avoid standing out too much.

• It does not compromise the pilot's mobility when piloting standing up.

• It adapts to the narrow profile of the Rieju tail without modifying the rally aesthetics.

They do not interfere with the escape

Thanks to the asymmetrical design and multiple fixing possibilities, you can:

• Move the bag away from the right side if using elevated exhaust.

• Protect the bag with a reflective plate or sheet if you wish (although it is not usually necessary on the Rieju).

What fits inside? Real-life configuration example

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