Storage Suggestions If No Garage...

[Brettssunshine]

Sunshine... I like your signature picture! :2thumbs:

Thank you!

 

[jaherbst]

Sunshine... I like your signature picture! :2thumbs:

Easy now Bob.

​Jack

 

[burg650]

You may want to consider finding a garage, most will rent space for winter as long as its not a in and out use. Just check with your insurance to see if they will cover this type of storage should there be a claim for anything.

 

[jaherbst]

Just a note here: The Nelson Rigg cover in no way can be compared to the Heavy duty BRP outdoor cover. the Nelson Rigg is only light nylon and will not give you much protection. ( $74.00 @ Cycle Gear) I have one and use it only for travel. Packs very small and easy to use.

The BRP Custom outdoor vehicle cover is 300-denier polyester. and costs $229.99. Part #219400173. I had one and was going to store at the house but the garage was full. Very heavy duty and breathable. (no mildew).
I decided shortly there after to store the RTL at my hanger and sold it to another Spyderlover on here.

Jack

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree: BRP's full-cover is a really substantial hunk of materials... nojoke
It probably IS worth every penny that it costs. :thumbup:

 

[MurrayBrown]

Congratulations!

I am in the middle of purchasing a 2015 RT S SE6 leftover with a deep discount at the dealer. In fact, the bike is still in the warehouse in the box! Anyway, my main question is for those that do NOT have a garage. I live in a townhome with a cul-de-sac. We have assigned parking spaces but with the kids here, ect. I do not trust it out there with a cover. During the riding season, I do plan on keeping it on my back porch (which is a cement pad). Call me crazy, but I have not ridden in a couple years and miss 2 wheels. With having a bad knee, I am now at the mercy of 3-wheels and I do not want to wait any longer, for life is passing me by while I see myself continuing to say "next year". Even with a decent amount down, I will have a monthly payment close to the same as my SUV along with insurance. A storage unit monthly is NOT in my budget. Is there anyone here that keeps their spyder outside with a high quality cover? What do you do in the winter? Any/all suggestions are appreciated :helpsmilie:
Thanks!

Congratulations! My hips (one replaced so far) and knees made me give up my Honda Shadow Aero and get a 2014 ST Limited last July on sale (new) at a remarkably reduced/negotiated price. You WILL enjoy your new bike!
I also do not have a garage. I purchased a top-of-the-line cover (not BRP) and that is all I use during riding season. I keep the bike as close to the house as possible, with one of our two vehicles "somewhat" blocking the view of the bike. Hastle free.
Winter ... read the Owner's Manual, and add on these: Fill the tank with Premium fuel; Stuff the engine area, under the seat area, truck and exhaust pipe(s) with dryer sheets ... mice hate those. Once the bike is covered with your summer cover, place another inexpensive plastic cover over that and securely snug up the sides.
Undoubtedly others on this Forum will have other tips and tricks.

 

[MurrayBrown]

Thanks for the info. I see you live in Virginia and I am in PA, therefore, we know how the winters can be out this way. My concern of storing my bike in the winter months outside would be the crazy temperature changes we have here along with possibility of hoses, belts. ect cracking. Removing the battery and so-called "winterizing" the bike with fuel stabilizer seems simple enough. It is some of the other weather-related things I would be concerned with.

I have never removed a battery from any of my bikes. I don't use a battery tender or trickle charger, either. If the bike doesn't fire up in the spring, I use a battery charger.

 

[ShortCake]

I was able to find storage..see my post: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?98054-Winter-Storage-Insurance-Etc

 

[Jenfz09]

I'm in the same position as you now also. Originally, I moved my car out of my garage and put the Spyder there. I traded my Camaro for a much nicer car and now the Spyder is sitting outside. I was freaking the first time it got rained on, but it is what it is. We have the half cover and I'm going to get the full cover this weekend.

 

[Deanna777]

I'm in the same position as you now also. Originally, I moved my car out of my garage and put the Spyder there. I traded my Camaro for a much nicer car and now the Spyder is sitting outside. I was freaking the first time it got rained on, but it is what it is. We have the half cover and I'm going to get the full cover this weekend.

I use/and have a full cover on my spyder. I have had it for 4 years, and my spyder is outside in the summer. In the winter I store it @ at dealership and I use the full cover @the dealership.


The full cover is tough, water repellent, breathable 300 denier polyester. The 2 tone cover provides maximum vehicle protection while trailering or outdoor storing. Includes integrated exhaust panel and protective flannel windshield liner. Easy attach system secures cover in all trailing conditions. Deanna

 

[ABBADABBA]

i have new cover it works well,but winter scares me in N.E. I may have to rearage my, shead lose my bench and lots of stuff. they dont like portabe any thing ,and i have a 92 Goldwing sitting in the driveway too.Nothing is easy .

 

[UtahPete]

i have new cover it works well,but winter scares me in N.E. I may have to rearage my, shead lose my bench and lots of stuff. they dont like portabe any thing ,and i have a 92 Goldwing sitting in the driveway too.Nothing is easy .

Who is 'they'?

 

[CopperSpyder]

Who is 'they'?

Start at post #1 dated 6-11-2016 :joke: the first few post talk about they, they have rules. I'm thinking maybe HOA.

 

[UtahPete]

Start at post #1 dated 6-11-2016 :joke: the first few post talk about they, they have rules. I'm thinking maybe HOA.

I had to leave an HOA whose restrictions were in conflict with my lifestyle.

 

[Bfromla]

I am in the middle of purchasing a 2015 RT S SE6 leftover with a deep discount at the dealer. In fact, the bike is still in the warehouse in the box! Anyway, my main question is for those that do NOT have a garage.

I live in a townhome with a cul-de-sac. We have assigned parking spaces but with the kids here, ect. I do not trust it out there with a cover. During the riding season, I do plan on keeping it on my back porch (which is a cement pad). Call me crazy, but I have not ridden in a couple years and miss 2 wheels. With having a bad knee, I am now at the mercy of 3-wheels and I do not want to wait any longer, for life is passing me by while I see myself continuing to say "next year". Even with a decent amount down, I will have a monthly payment close to the same as my SUV along with insurance. A storage unit monthly is NOT in my budget.

Is there anyone here that keeps their spyder outside with a high quality cover? What do you do in the winter? Any/all suggestions are appreciated :helpsmilie:

Thanks!

Would you & the dealer be comfortable keeping it in the box until closer to spring?:dontknow: Go ahead & purchase or lock in with a deposit if required hopefully the dealer will cooperate for the extended time,:clap: (Should even be able save on insurance for the winter months if you don’t register till spring ):thumbup: also allowing you time to find storage options that fit your space restrictions a good enclosed trailer could dual purpose storage & transport if needed f you SUV can support it. :2thumbs:

 

[Bfromla]

In your case I think a full cover might work best, however the Bike Barn, as stated both others is perfect in my case. The second picture was after a heavy snow of over 15" last winter. You will note there is no snow on the top. I placed a cheap portable heater (less than $20 I got at Tractor Supply) and set it on the lowest fan speed and heat setting. Kept the snow off the cover throughout this storm and all other storms this past winter.

A 60W droplight can do wonders too:thumbup: like :shemademe_smilie:EZ bake ovens, our winters down here don’t get snow but like every 10yr or so but still cold enough for dads 84 Diesel 1ton truck to need some overnight warmth. & rather than installing a block heater & risk another part breaking or failing, went simple & just kept a drop light under the hood each night (sorry don’t know where, just under the hood). & when we had attic jobs he would have a quartz halogen work light warm it up & keep it warm for us. Several houses requested we leave the light it warmed up enough. Dad was a MASTER Electrician by the way.:firstplace:

 

[Wmoater]

I have three-four suggestions.... First for $20 a month just rent a 5’ wide 8’ storage unit. If not, Are you allowed to have a trailer parked? If so, get a simple flatbread trailer for $750 put 2x4 along the side and make it enclosed then you have a trailer to take later if you want. ( Tractor supply is around the corner) Third they make fiberglass covers for snowmobile trailers to go over a trailer. Go find a used one for $200 and screw 2x4 mini wall under them to elevate it up and you have a cover that will last forever. I have seen 4 feet of snow ontop of them up in michigan. They will not break. If not build a wooden crate and make your own cover. I’m in the snow belt area and we get way more than you do doubled and I would never use an alumium frame tarp cover to hold snow back. Here even the temp metal topped metal canapys get broken from the winds and snow. Look outside any motorsport dealer those boxes that the snowmobiles, Spyders, maverick etc last forever. Just build a crate for. 2x4 walls, 1/2” plywood walls and screws so you can take it apart in sections for the next year. Talk to some storage areas and see if you can simply leave the crate outside on the lot. I know guys that rent spots up here for $75 a winter starting in November and ending in May. Remake the crate, drive it in, close the back and open in the spring on the lot. Your insurance will cover it. You don’t need there added insurance. It’s a 15 minute drive north a bit but just outside cranberry 79 there are huge camper storage lots.

 

[GSSpyder2008]

In your case I think a full cover might work best, however the Bike Barn, as stated both others is perfect in my case. The second picture was after a heavy snow of over 15" last winter. You will note there is no snow on the top. I placed a cheap portable heater (less than $20 I got at Tractor Supply) and set it on the lowest fan speed and heat setting. Kept the snow off the cover throughout this storm and all other storms this past winter.

Brilliant cover/garage. The problem sometimes with close fitting plastic covers is when it gets a little sunny and gravel/mud drive is the condensation it generates.

 

[ABBADABBA]

We live in a 55 pluse park and it is part of there rules.

 

[Mikey]

You guy's know this post started in 2016 right!! I do like the fold over cover!!!!:roflblack::2thumbs: Man we have no life do we??:yikes: