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Author Topic: Winter storage  (Read 184 times)
Sixgunluvr
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« on: September 23, 2025, 07:44:00 PM »

   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
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« Reply #1 on: September 24, 2025, 03:10:21 AM »

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.   Smiley
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98valk
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« Reply #2 on: September 24, 2025, 03:56:25 AM »

"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.
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« Reply #3 on: September 24, 2025, 04:55:05 AM »

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

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.
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #4 on: September 24, 2025, 05:13:50 AM »

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

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

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??
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da prez
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« Reply #5 on: September 24, 2025, 06:22:30 AM »

   S N O W , the frozen rain. 2funny 2funny 2funny

                                          da prez
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« Reply #6 on: September 24, 2025, 07:45:10 AM »

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.
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« Reply #7 on: September 24, 2025, 07:48:03 AM »

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.
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Hook#3287
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« Reply #8 on: Yesterday at 04:50:50 AM »

Yeah, Snow load, e-ffing spell check.

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

  Roll Eyes
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Hook#3287
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« Reply #9 on: Yesterday at 04:57:22 AM »

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.
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #10 on: Yesterday at 07:28:22 AM »

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. 
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h13man
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« Reply #11 on: Yesterday at 09:47:12 AM »

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.
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leboyd
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« Reply #12 on: Yesterday at 10:24:20 AM »

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.
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #13 on: Yesterday at 02:39:54 PM »

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


  
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