I’ve toured on a Birdy and on a Moulton. I used ordinary Ortlieb panniers, mounted on the front. Rather than mount rear panniers as well, I instead used a fairly large weatherproof bag, with the necessary compartments. I don’t like to carry too much in the way of stuff, in places where hotels are few and far between, I’ll carry a compact tent, sleeping bag, and mat, but I don’t carry cooking gear.

Both of the bikes could be easily put in a bag and carried on a plane, train, or bus. In some cases I can transport them as they are. Assembled and ready to go, they are easier to move around an manhandle than a full-size bike.