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Brownsugadiva

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Just purchased a F3S (for hubby) and a F3T (for self). I do not have a garage and trying to find best way to store during the winter. A guy at the dealership mentioned a cycle shell which looks cool but doesn't appear large enough to accommodate a spyder. Anyone using one?

Also looking for helmet recommendations; full face or 3/4?

Thanks in advance
 
Let's see...

On the storage.... There are a variety of portable storage units of which I am not familiar with. As you can see from where we live we do not store the spyder. Public storage is also a possiblilty.

On Helmets we prefer the modular helmets. when open are like a 3/4 and closed a full face. We ryde open on side roads in town and mountain roads and full face on freeways.... :thumbup: go to a bike shop and try the different ones and see what suits you best...
 
Brownsugadiva said:
Just purchased a F3S (for hubby) and a F3T (for self). I do not have a garage and trying to find best way to store during the winter. A guy at the dealership mentioned a cycle shell which looks cool but doesn't appear large enough to accommodate a spyder. Anyone using one?

Also looking for helmet recommendations; full face or 3/4? Thanks in advance
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BRP makes a custom heavy duty cover.
 
:2thumbs::congrats::welcome::ohyea: Heard of some dealers offering winter storage for a fee & usually a winterized service package:dontknow: others find a storage lot with electricity for battery tenders. & depending on land available some have reported using a bike barn possibly mounted to a pallet for some reason. & held up well under the snow. :thumbup:
(how much snow? No clue)

http://www.thebikebarn.net/model_trike.html
 
A full face is by far the safest,check the helmet injury percentages on the helmets surface,the front and sides are the largest injury areas.
I get that halfs and opens give you more freedom but you buy a helmet to protect you.why exspose your face,nose,jaw etc to damage.
Modular are a good compromise for both if you flip them down in use.accidents are just that...you dont plan them.
 
Chupaca said:
On the storage.... There are a variety of portable storage units of which I am not familiar with. As you can see from where we live we do not store the spyder. Public storage is also a possiblilty.

On Helmets we prefer the modular helmets. when open are like a 3/4 and closed a full face. We ryde open on side roads in town and mountain roads and full face on freeways.... :thumbup: go to a bike shop and try the different ones and see what suits you best...
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Thanks for taking time to respond.
 
Another vote for modular helmets. Wife wears glasses an can put on modular helmet with her glasses still on. She couldn't do that with her full face helmet. An yes if you can go to a cycle shop an try on different brands as brands have different shape inside for different shaped heads. A good knowledgeable staff person will get you in a good fitting helmet.
 
I too like the modular. I also like my face so that had a lot to do with my choice. Riding with my brother who has full face not modular he has to take the helmet off to do anything while I just flip the modular up to take a drink, talk, or go into the store for a quick grocery run.

Just my preference.
 
LeftCoast said:
I too like the modular. I also like my face so that had a lot to do with my choice. Riding with my brother who has full face not modular he has to take the helmet off to do anything while I just flip the modular up to take a drink, talk, or go into the store for a quick grocery run.

Just my preference.
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:agree:
 
Welcome to the Spyder bunch....
I am now in envy wow 2 new Spyders :yes:
Ride Safe
Dave


Brownsugadiva said:
Just purchased a F3S (for hubby) and a F3T (for self). I do not have a garage and trying to find best way to store during the winter. A guy at the dealership mentioned a cycle shell which looks cool but doesn't appear large enough to accommodate a spyder. Anyone using one?

Also looking for helmet recommendations; full face or 3/4?

Thanks in advance
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conex

If you have the space, check out used conex containers. I just took a quick look online and found the prices for a 20 footer run from about $1,200.00 to $4,000 depending on condition. I would think they would be a good choice, water and weatherproof and strong with theft resistant latches. If you don't have the room a public storage facility might be the best option.
 
:welcome: to the site and :congrats: on your new acquisitions.

Advice about "winter storage" is good so far.

Helmets are a much discussed subject. You will get different answers from most everyone.

Recommended for safe driving. ATGATT--all the gear, all the time.

Full face vs. 3/4 or modular is up to you. I don't like the confinement of the full face. Have been using modular's for almost 15 years. Not as safe as full face--but nevertheless, my choice.

Good luck with your hunt for the perfect storage option and that just right helmet. :yes:
 
If remote storing the Spyder and there is no outlet nearby, remember to take the battery out and keep it at home on a battery tender.
 
Battery tender???

asp125 said:
If remote storing the Spyder and there is no outlet nearby, remember to take the battery out and keep it at home on a battery tender.
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Not sure about this but thanks for mentioning. I will search the forum, I am sure someone has already addressed what this is, why to do it and when.
 
Don't know about storage, but I really like my modular helmet. I had a full face helmet for many years, and the modular is so much nicer to wear. It's easier to get on, and I love being able to flip it open at stoplights, etc.
 
Another vote for a modular helmet. I wear a modular by HJC, while my wife wears a 3/4 HJC. She felt too claustrophobic with a modular. Just make sure that whatever you get, that it fits properly. And wear it. Always!

Almost forgot.........congratulations on the Spyders!!!!
 
Congrats and welcome!

+1 on the modular helmet, though on days like we've had recently, I do like my half for local and back roads.
Revzilla in Philadelphia is a great place to check out gear,but any local, larger shop is a good place to start.

I have in years past used a self storage facility for my 2 wheeler.
 
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