Condor Posted February 19, 2013 Share #1 Posted February 19, 2013 (edited) Been meaning to post about this for a couple of weeks now. With no room in the garage the bikes have to spend the winter outside in the elements. So I'm always on the search for a durable outside cover that isn't going to break the bank. On eBay there is a seller who has been offering an all weather cover. I bought one to give it a try. It's good. The brand is Dura-Shield You have to be carefull as he also offers a lighter style too. This one is all black and doesn't have the standard silver panel oround the bottom. I liked it so much I just picked up another one. The material is heavier so it's not going to be something you want to stuff in the saddle bag...it can be done but takes up a lot of room.... The bungee around the base is also the strongest I've experienced and goes all the way around the bottom. It ain't going nowhere. There are better covers out there that are good for the weeklys or overnighters. The price delivered to your door step is $37 bucks and you can't beat it with a stick. I highly recomend them. HERE"S ONE Edited February 19, 2013 by Condor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJoe Posted February 19, 2013 Share #2 Posted February 19, 2013 starting bid $29.99? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snaggletooth Posted February 19, 2013 Share #3 Posted February 19, 2013 I've had a Dura-Shield since I bought my bike in "06. I used it primarly when I stored the bike over the winter months (inside) but carried it for my longer overnight runs when the bike was going to be outside. Been a great cover. Still used it for covering the bike during the winter just to keep it clean. No wear spots or cuts so far. I think I got it for $25.00 bucks back then. Happy with the investment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HdHtr Posted February 19, 2013 Share #4 Posted February 19, 2013 I bought mine directly from DuraShield. Same price, shipped free. Good insulated/lined cover and even has neat little vent thingys at the mirrors. Holds up really well. I got the silver heavy duty cover. It is a snug fitting, stay on in hurricane winds cover. Even comes with it's own bungies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamberch Posted February 19, 2013 Share #5 Posted February 19, 2013 well I have use motorcycle covers and I really don't care for them. There just a big pain in the butt. So I decided to do some research and I found the bike barn. This is the best solution if you have to store you bike outside. Yes I know its 400 bucks but its alot cheaper then a shed or garage. http://www.thebikebarn.net/tourermodel.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJoe Posted February 19, 2013 Share #6 Posted February 19, 2013 Jack, went to site and it's $29.99 starting bid, "not" buy it now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted February 19, 2013 Author Share #7 Posted February 19, 2013 starting bid $29.99? Yes I know its 400 bucks but its alot cheaper then a shed or garage. http://www.thebikebarn.net/tourermodel.html You can buy a lot of covers for that $400.... If I had the money to invest I'd go one step further, and pick up an inclosed 5x10 trailer... It'll last longer and be more usefull.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted February 19, 2013 Author Share #8 Posted February 19, 2013 Jack, went to site and it's $29.99 starting bid, "not" buy it now? Generally it never goes any higher than the $29.99. Put in your bid for the $30 bucks and if someone bids over, so what, there'll be another....?? Or... like Steve see if you can buy one directly from DuraShield with the free shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJoe Posted February 19, 2013 Share #9 Posted February 19, 2013 Thanks, I've been ookin for one to keep those darn cats off of my bike in the garage. Also will need when I head out west...to keep the prying eyes at bay...LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted February 19, 2013 Author Share #10 Posted February 19, 2013 Thanks, I've been ookin for one to keep those darn cats off of my bike in the garage. Also will need when I head out west...to keep the prying eyes at bay...LOL Yep, when motel'n it a lot can be said about keeping the scoot under cover... I sleep better.... I think I'd go for the lighter cover as long as it's kept in a garage, and it packs smaller when traveling... They're not going to fall apart in a month. UV is the biggest killer of MC Covers, and there ain't much UV at night in a motel parking lot. No UV and it should last for many years. However for those of us that are garaged challenged the all weather is the way to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJoe Posted February 20, 2013 Share #11 Posted February 20, 2013 Good advice... plus the lighter covers are about $10 cheaper... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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