Large bike cover

[TrapperAH1G]

Well, it appears my Valk won't be spending the winter in my shed.  Room has been "allocated" to someone else's stuff.  So, she'll be staying under the carport.  Which means I need to find a motorcycle cover large enough for her.  She has a fairing and a HD tour pack.

I'm looking for suggestions from anyone that has a similar setup and a cover.  I've found the measurements provided by manufacturers aren't always accurate.

Thanks

[scooperhsd]

Get  the extra large - Touring Motorcycle size cover for your girl. Doesn't matter what brand of cover - get the largest they offer.

[Bighead]

Plus don’t let it sit all winter without starting it every couple ofweeks. 

[scooperhsd]

Plus don’t let it sit all winter without starting it every couple ofweeks. 

+1 . If you have it available, Non-ethanol gas is preferred.

[Jess from VA]

Anything sized for the big Goldwings will work.  XXL or XXXL.

I'd get it as close to the wall as possible, then shim up the kickstand (it can't go over on a flat that way).

And don't overdo the covering.  One year I had to leave a bike out all winter, and added up unbreathable plastic tarps (bottom up too), then the bike cover over all.  Come spring, the amount of corrosion from temp swings all winter was really terrible.

If you will start it periodically, putting it on a battery tender (not a constant trickle charger) full time is a good idea, if you have electric out there. 

[Ken aka Oil Burner]

I leave my V Strom available for the warmer winter days when the roads aren't white from salt. The Valk, once put up for the winter, stays dormant. No starting at all. This article is pretty good at hitting the right ideas, IMO: https://www.revzilla.com/common-tread/how-not-to-winterize-your-bike-9-mistakes-riders-make

[Willow]

... then shim up the kickstand (it can't go over on a flat that way).
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Jess, that's backwards.  Shimming the kickstand may be good but it increases the possibility of a fall resulting from a flat.

[old2soon]

      I got the largest one wally wurld offered for sale. Silkver colored and I have an I/S. Even goes over the small flag poles I have on the trunk but do show a bit of rear wheel. RIDE SAFE.

[Rams]

Well, it appears my Valk won't be spending the winter in my shed.  Room has been "allocated" to someone else's stuff.  So, she'll be staying under the carport.  Which means I need to find a motorcycle cover large enough for her.  She has a fairing and a HD tour pack.

I'm looking for suggestions from anyone that has a similar setup and a cover.  I've found the measurements provided by manufacturers aren't always accurate.

Thanks

I don't have a suggestion for a bike cover but, I can offer you a sheltered garage to keep her nice and dry.
Of course, being a Valkyrie brother I'd be happy to keep her exercised with fresh fuel being added periodically.   Just trying to help out ya know. 

Rams

[sandy]

Use Stabil Marine fuel preservative in a full tank to avoid condensation. Put some thin plywood under the tires to keep the concrete from drying out the rubber. Some folks will bring the battery inside and keep it on a smart charger. Keep rodents away from it with mothballs or Cotten balls soaked in peppermint. I have no experience with rodents so I’m just repeating what I hear on this issue. A fresh coat of wax is good.

[baldo]

I bought this one four years ago, it's still in great shape.

https://www.amazon.com/Dowco-50021-00-WeatherAll-Waterproof-Motorcycle/dp/B000GVEW8O/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1PNV9SSGT9S36&dchild=1&keywords=dowco%2Bguardian%2Bweatherall%2Bplus%2Bmotorcycle%2Bcover&qid=1603342489&sprefix=dowc%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-3&th=1

They make it without the zipper, also. I've had both, the zipped is better.

[TrapperAH1G]

Thank you all for your comments.  Ordered a XXXL from ebay, should be here in a few days.

I ride all year round, mid 30's and up, as long as it's not raining.  Longest any of my bikes have sat "dormant" is about a month and a half.  Keep them filled with treated gas, off the concrete, on tenders, etc.  Down to two now, from six a few months ago.

RAMS, being from Gulfport originally, and a USM alumni, I'm very familiar with your area and the kind, generous folks who will do anything to help a brother from a different mother.  I wouldn't want to impose on you.....in that way, maybe some other way some time!

All...take care, ride safe, and stay healthy.

[Jess from VA]

... then shim up the kickstand (it can't go over on a flat that way).
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Jess, that's backwards.  Shimming the kickstand may be good but it increases the possibility of a fall resulting from a flat.

Not (as I said) if you stick the bike right on a wall, with the kickstand on the outside (then shimmed up some).  If the tire goes flat, the bike will only lean on the wall and cannot go over.

My two Interstates in a 10 X 12 shed both sit on shimmed up kickstands (at all times), and neither (or both) can go over with a flat.  

Anyway shimming it up close to level is no big deal except I like the idea that while sitting and stored with a full-to-neck tank, all the fluids are leveled up, and the low side carbs and fuel lines aren't as possibly affected.  And it takes up less room.  

I've even considered sticking a bike on the jack, up just enough so the tires are barely touching (for no flat spots) then jamming a board through the scissors and letting off the hydraulics for storage.  Except now I live where most winters are mild, and I may be able to ride anytime.  Though I've never had a problem with flat spots, even from sitting all winter.   I have had a problem remembering how darn slippery tires are when they're frozen, before they warm up while riding (several times).

[Willow]

... then shim up the kickstand (it can't go over on a flat that way).
...

Jess, that's backwards.  Shimming the kickstand may be good but it increases the possibility of a fall resulting from a flat.

Not (as I said) if you stick the bike right on a wall, with the kickstand on the outside (then shimmed up some).  If the tire goes flat, the bike will only lean on the wall and cannot go over.
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Ah!  It wasn't clear that you intended the wall to be on the right side.  It would work that way.   

Buying a chock for the front wheel might be simpler if standing upright is the desire.

[h13man]

Dependent on your climate your storage may differ from mine. Mine sits in a weather protected garage that does not get below 32 degrees F. I don't start mine @ all unless I could ride it for a few miles but in IN salt & sand on roads, not going to happen. I keep the bowls filled by opening the petcock once a month and plugging in the tender for the day. Rodents are a factor to consider as I'm at war with them in my Toyota Van. They ate up my wiring on the ZT mower 2 yrs. ago thus it goes in the storage shed now with peppermint oil spray on it. I have 2 dogs so I have to be careful of deterrents I use. I would never leave mine out period. I'd rent a storage unit for the season if I had to. Also been using Supertech (Wally brand) Fuel conditioner for 3 seasons as it is more friendly in the spring than Stabil @ startup and the 1st. tank ride. Never had any issues with tires to justify extra precautions some folk take other than keep a visual eye on tire pressures. Be sure your cover "breathes".