Winter storage

[Sixgunluvr]

   Starting to think about winter storage and prepping for pulling the carb rack for refurbish.  Sadly I have no garage and was going to rent but this idea will keep the bike in the yard so I can begin to work on it.  Free delivery and setup

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[Jess from VA]

With no garage either, I've been living with two 10 X 12 sheds for many years. (When one turned out to be not enough, I got a 2d a year later.  One for 2 Interstates and tools, the other for lawn equipment.)

Mine arrived partially assembled and finished on site.

They usually sit on 4 X 4" timber skids, and I didn't want the door so high (ramp) I couldn't easily push bikes in and out, so I dug 3 trenches for my skids and laid solid 4" cement blocks in each for the skids to rest on (with a lot of leveling).  I ended up with just under 2" above grade doorway, so I needed no ramps, but water wouldn't run in either.  This also kept my skids from rotting out over time and 30 years later, both are rock solid.  I also ordered double 3/4" marine grade plywood floors.

Both took a lot of caulk and paint for weather/bug/mouse tight.

I trenched for a 110 electric circuit from my breaker box to the bottom of my back yard, then wired both for lights and outlets and an overhead fan.

The roofs in both was the weak link with really cheap ass shingle and no tar paper or underlayment at all.  By the time each had to be replaced (with some plywood sheeting too), it cost more than the sheds did.  

Choose your location wisely regarding grade (water) and shade and distance to power.  And I had to beware of county code setoff in an urban neighborhood (36").  Shed height was also limited by code.  My neighborhood is full of non code compliant backyard sheds;  The county doesn't come around inspecting on its own, but if you get a neighbor complaint they will and then ruthless enforcement follows.

My only other advice is shed size.  It's nice to be able to center the bike inside, up on the jack, and be able to work on both sides of it easily.  A 10 X 12 does that nicely but a 8 X 12 may not, and the cost of the larger shed may be worth it.  Floor space is limited so storage is UP not out.

I've got more, but I'll stop now.  

[98valk]

"pulling the carb rack for refurbish."

DDT had over 600k miles before he had the carbs re-done.   

unless u were using the wrong over the counter fuel additives, that have chemicals that slowly eat way at the OEM buna-n aka nitrile o-rings you are good to go.   no present leaks u are good to go.

in my unsolicited advice, based on chemical material compatibility charts.

[Hook#3287]

So Jess, I'm the guy that provides ruthless enforcement for the violators enjoyment.

Homeowner installed sheds, ugh.

In Massachusetts, any storage shed 200' or less does not require a building permit, but most towns/cities require prescribed property line set backs.

No town official has the time to drive around sighting shed violations and look the other way unless a complaint is filed, and most complaints are caused by neighbors bickering about other issues.

The shed in the picture looks like it would do the job of Valk storage just fine, but if your in Ohio, show load should be a consideration.

Many of those per-made sheds do not follow those important codes.

If I was putting my bike in one, that's what I'd be looking at.

[Jess from VA]

So Jess, I'm the guy that provides ruthless enforcement for the violators enjoyment.

OK BILL, THAT'S IT, YOU'RE OFFICIALLY OFF MY CHRISTMAS LIST.  

Homeowner installed sheds, ugh.

In Massachusetts, any storage shed 200' or less does not require a building permit, but most towns/cities require prescribed property line set backs.

No town official has the time to drive around sighting shed violations and look the other way unless a complaint is filed, and most complaints are caused by neighbors bickering about other issues.

THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED WITH MY ONLY EVER 'TOO TALL' FENCE COMPLAINT.  NEIGHBORS FROM HELL WITH 24/7 BARKING DOGS AND JUVENILE DELINQUENT KIDS.  AFTER CALLING THE COPS, CODE ENFORCEMENT, CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES MANY TIMES ON THEM, HE GOT EVEN WITH ME

The shed in the picture looks like it would do the job of Valk storage just fine, but if your in Ohio, show load should be a consideration.

Many of those per-made sheds do not follow those important codes.

If I was putting my bike in one, that's what I'd be looking at.

WHAT IS 'SHOW LOAD' (NEVER HEARD OF IT)?  I'M IN VA, BUT THE OP'S IN OHIO.

SNOW LOAD??

[da prez]

   S N O W , the frozen rain.

                                          da prez

[0leman]

About 15 years ago, after we moved into our present home, we purchased a Tuft (sp) shed.    We have had several good snows since them, well over 2'.  The shed held up.

Not sure if that is the type are looking at.   But ours would work for a storage of a Valkyrie.  Ours would even give enough room to work on bike, though would be a bit tight.

[h13man]

Just went thru county codes for my 12x20 shed and I live on 1.25 acre in the middle of BFE and windmills. Talk about brainless folk. 8 emails/2 weeks later and 1 phone call for payment but still want to see it in place after delivery. Good grief as Google "terrain" view gives them the location per dimensions given from the already 30x50 garage is on file also.

[Hook#3287]

Yeah, Snow load, e-ffing spell check.

Sucks when ya gotta check the spell check, but such is like.

 

[Hook#3287]

Snow load, nobody pays attention to it until roofs cave.

About 11 years ago, it was brought to the attention of most in the north east when we had a abomination winter and building roofs collapsed from storm after storm packing the snow on.

Many of those sheds and carports never had a chance.

[Jess from VA]

It almost never snows in VA where I live beyond a dusting or half inch which is gone in a day or two.  Which I'm completely happy about.

Once in 35 years, we got 4 feet, and I was on my house and shed roofs carefully shoveling/sliding it off (trying not to damage shingles).  Nothing bad happened, but heavy rains were coming (on top of that snow) and I was taking no chances.  

I also ended up helping several neighbors learn how to drive in snow (no, you don't punch it).


I was hoping 'Sixgun' was going to come back to his shed thread. 

[h13man]

Snow load, nobody pays attention to it until roofs cave.

About 11 years ago, it was brought to the attention of most in the north east when we had a abomination winter and building roofs collapsed from storm after storm packing the snow on.

Many of those sheds and carports never had a chance.

And that was the exact initial hold up. The builder has been doing business in area for at least 20 yrs. thus somebody @ APC made mention to the "educated" helper that all is OK. Should be here today but I'm not doing any moving of stuff until their last visit to be sure I didn't violate their approval. We didn't have a code enforcer until 2005 and he was the person that erected my steel building in 2002 when we were still trusted to do things the right way. 5 mi. North of us building regulations, basically went to hell in hand basket for several decades.

[leboyd]

https://motocabin.com/products/motorcycle-cover-shelter-storage-garage

This might be a little more expensive than a "shed", but if you're neighbors might complain about the shed, I think they're less likely to complain about this.

Of course, it's much smaller than a shed and will basically only store the bike.

[Jess from VA]

That thing is way better than a bike cover, but you're not going to work on your bike in one.  


  

[Sixgunluvr]

Wife picked the barn of course.

[Jess from VA]

Your first choice had higher side walls (more room inside).

But no metal roof.

Do they come painted (red)?  Mine just had a thin white primer on them new.

[Hook#3287]

That one looks considerably better than the first

Structural speaking.

But as Jess pointed out, the side walls are lower and head smacks may be experienced more often.

[Sixgunluvr]

Yeah the first one seems more practical to me.

[h13man]

On a note pertaining to length, my 1500C won't fit on a 8 ft. trailer. My thought  is that 12 ft. is going to be tight to be able to work on.

[Sixgunluvr]

I’m leaning toward this barn style .  On the edge of my price range and don’t need a loft but it is one of the pre built ready to deliver options already waiting to deliver.  They also have a neat little interactive program where you can design your own.

https://orders.oldhickorybuildings.com/myquote?dealerid=90599&dir=1&template=1

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[Jess from VA]

Sixgun, that 10 X 12 is almost exactly what I have (two of).  Of course, you'll be much happier with a 10 X 12; for bike work, and everything else that will find it's way in there.

I don't know if it comes with a loft, but with 2 X 4 supports, a 4 X 8 sheet of plywood fits perfectly inside the internal structural at the back of the shed, and far enough back not to be a headbanger.  Mine holds broom handles, reach poles, pruner pole, PVC piping, random lumber, levels, saws, but nothing that will roll out and hit my bikes.  

The taller roof allows for an overhead fan for hot weather.

I built a small workbench just inside a doorway with a cheapo bar stool underneath and a spotlight over it for a little work space.  I also screwed down cheap carpet remnants on the floor for padding for my old knees.  It's gets crummy so I blow it out with my leaf blower from time to time.  

You may want a hasp for the door so it can be padlocked.

Man, prices are up on every damn thing.  I can't exactly remember what mine ran over 30 years ago; something like $1300.  Still, it's better to get one for everything, than to end up needing a 2d one in a year or two.

[h13man]

The builder of my unit is a Amish family built unit. My all steel 12x20 is $5,100 delivered and still waiting. Not that they're in your area but they have full service info available as I don't think price's would very that much between states but...

They have a all steel 10x20 @ just under $4000.

https://littlefawnllc.com/storage-sheds/#inventory

[Sixgunluvr]

And finally….gonna go with this one. Is a repo marked down.  

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[Hook#3287]

Nice

That should do it.

[Mooskee]

That looks like a good solution.

[Dirty Dave]

A 10' X 12' gives just enough room IMHO.

I have a single 24' long garage but use the shed for extra garage space when needed.

(I know, lucky)

[Quince]

I won't start anything unless space is 12 ft wide.