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« on: May 11, 2010, 11:28:52 AM » |
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Need to buy a new cover for my tourer and have no idea what brand to purchase. My bike sometimes sits outside in the rain so I need a really good outdoor cover to pretty much cover the entire bike. Not looking for an cheap cover, I really want a quality cover. Please advise.
Also wheres the best deal to purchase. Thanks
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« Reply #2 on: May 11, 2010, 12:01:49 PM » |
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best cover I have used so far. Blue fades less in the sun. http://www.nelsonrigg.com/store/product.aspx?pid=484 |
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Black Dog
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« Reply #3 on: May 11, 2010, 01:06:01 PM » |
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Not experienced with this one, but it sure looks good for out door storage (encloses the entire bike), the reviews are great, and under $100. http://www.autoanything.com/car-covers/69A4263A0A0.aspxBlack Dog |
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« Reply #4 on: May 11, 2010, 07:40:12 PM » |
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This is more then your suggesting, but it works extremely well as a portable garage. I actually bought their first unit 10 years ago at a discount because it was one of their prototypes. They're pricey, but you just pull onto the floor and draw the clam shell cover over it. Nothing touches the bike even in 60 mph wind storms. Internal moisture was never a problem in all weather conditions. The Tourer size fit my Tourer well with room to spare. Cycle Shell: http://www.cycleshell.com/index.html |
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« Reply #6 on: May 12, 2010, 12:01:58 AM » |
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These are good. My son uses one for his Chopper during the week. Then the bike gets to set in the shop on weekends..... |
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« Reply #7 on: May 12, 2010, 12:36:38 AM » |
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+1 on the Dowco. I've had mine for ten years and it shows no sign of wear. It has a metalized bottom so your pipes won't melt it, although I haven't really tested that part. It has a waterproof vent on top to let heat and moisture out. It has grommets on the bottom so you can tie the left side to the right side from underneath the bike. The bottom is also elasticized for a snug fit. It has a large cotton like pad on the inside that completely covers the windshield to keep from scratching it. I see now that they also make one that can be zippered on, which would improve what I've got, but, maybe you can tell- I'm not unhappy with mine. http://www.dowcopowersports.com/products/motorcycle_covers/detail/detail.cfm?item=50004%2D02 PS I only use mine for traveling; the rest of the time the bike's in the garage, if that makes a difference. |
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« Reply #8 on: May 12, 2010, 05:24:35 AM » |
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Nice Job Fellas I appreciate all the input. Went with the dowco. Thanks  |
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #9 on: May 12, 2010, 05:46:50 AM » |
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I have always worried the zipper model might scratch the paint on the back of the bike (as the wind and weather blew it around).
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