If deciding between motorcycle luggage brands, sizes and styles was not already enough, the list of options becomes that bit longer with the range of top box and pannier materials to choose from.

One such material that immediately grabs your attention is aluminium. In most cases, it is the top of the range option, but what exactly does aluminium motorbike luggage have to offer and why should you choose it?

What Is Aluminium Luggage?

Robust, waterproof and often lockable, aluminium motorcycle luggage provides high levels of storage and protection for your gear, allowing you to enjoy the time you have with your motorbike without having to worry about the risk of theft or the potential damage posed by water.

The more premium luggage option, SHAD aluminium cases act as a lightweight alternative to the bulkier aluminium top boxes and panniers out there whilst offering the same level of strength and water resistance. They come with the added bonus of attractive and aerodynamic rounded corners, a smart double-locking system and ergonomic carry handles.

Why Use Aluminium Luggage?

Although anyone looking for new motorcycle luggage has the option of soft polyester luggage, that is not nearly as popular as the other options and may lack a number of key features like security locking and waterproof protection. So, that leaves two main options, plastic and aluminium, but which is the better choice?

How To Choose The Best Aluminium Luggage?

 After you have settled on aluminium luggage for their motorcycle, that is not the end of the choices to be made. Firstly, you are going to have to choose a luggage brand, of which there is no shortage, before deciding on sizes and styles.

When assessing the  brands that produce aluminium motorbike luggage, there is one that stands out in particular and that is SHAD. Overall, SHAD aluminium top boxes and panniers have the most to offer and you would be up against it if you tried to find a manufacturer that matches SHAD feature for feature. From waterproof structures to premium locking and an attractive look, they have got it all.

So, when it comes to choosing between SHAD’s different aluminium luggage cases, there are two key differentiators, size and colour. The sizes are measured by volume  with capacities of 37, 48 and 55 litres while the aluminium panniers offer the choice of 35 litres, 47 litres or one of each. These cases are available in either aluminium or carbon colours with the exception of the TR55 top box which also comes in ‘pure black’.

You should now be better acquainted with aluminium motorcycle, what it has to offer and the best options available to you.

The benefits are clear to see, particularly with SHAD’s top boxes and panniers, and the only thing left to do is to secure one for yourself.