harley storage problem
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2014
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From: New York
You say that you have a shed? Can't see your yard, but If possible move the shed to back of garage, Knock a hole through both . Now you can go through garage into shed. WHALAAAA. Insulate the crap out of it, then getcha a small elec. heater for the winter. On another thread we've discussed a small lift (drag specialties) Then you could lift it up off the suspension and tires for a few months. My not too humble opinion.
Cruiser
Joined: Mar 2015
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From: Ottertail, MN
We have been very happy with one of these. On our 4th season with one here in MN. Handles heavy wind and deep snow well, just clear off the roof once in awhile (push up from the inside). Could probably fit a bike and car inside. There is a 25% coupon floating around, bringing the price to $150 or so.
http://www.harborfreight.com/10-ft-x...age-69039.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/10-ft-x...age-69039.html
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Tourer
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From: ohio
We have been very happy with one of these. On our 4th season with one here in MN. Handles heavy wind and deep snow well, just clear off the roof once in awhile (push up from the inside). Could probably fit a bike and car inside. There is a 25% coupon floating around, bringing the price to $150 or so.
http://www.harborfreight.com/10-ft-x...age-69039.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/10-ft-x...age-69039.html
maybe i will do that.i was worried about the weight of the snow and the possibility of it caving in and landing on the bike.
i could keep it cleaned off though.
it didnt seem very sturdy in the store. i know youre supposed to put them in grass so you can anchor the 'feet' in the ground but i want mine to sit on the driveway. i would have to come up with a way to secure the feet to the ground cause with some heavy winds it could blow around and hit the bike or even blow right off
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2014
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From: LI NY
When I got my bike I had the same problem. Too many things in the shed.
Then one day I realized, I'd rather leave my lawnmower outside rather than my Harley. The bike went into the shed.
One thing about a shed....it may keep the rain and snow off the bike...but sheds are damp and I had plenty of problems with surface rust cropping up.
Then one day I realized, I'd rather leave my lawnmower outside rather than my Harley. The bike went into the shed.
One thing about a shed....it may keep the rain and snow off the bike...but sheds are damp and I had plenty of problems with surface rust cropping up.
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From: 40.2444° N, 75.6419° W
A small Cargo trailer would probably be your best option. A good cargo trailer is dry inside and won't get condensation like a plastic enclosure will, and it's easier to keep rodents out of a trailer than a shed. Also, every motorcyclist needs a trailer sooner or later. When you're ready to sell the trailer, you should be able to sell it for just about what you paid for it if it's in good shape.
Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2015
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From: Show Me State
+1 on the comments about the enclosed trailer. I keep my Ultra in an enclosed trailer year round, along with all of my riding gear, cooler, lawn chairs, etc.... within a few minutes, I can be on the road with everything that I need for a long multi-day ride, all I need to do is hitch it up to the truck, tighten the tie downs and I am gone.
I also have a large shed that I used to use for my bikes. My shed stays damp, and it also is a haven for mice. Even using d-con, the mice build nests in my battery tray and exhaust ports, they leave residue on the seat and chew on the wiring insulation ..... they are menacing to say the least.
I guess it is because my trailer sits off of the ground, and it is sealed tight, but no mice ever and I have been doing this for 10+ years now.
I know money is an issue so maybe the trailer isn't in your budget, but I dropped about 1k on a used 5 x 10 enclosed, and I would do it again in a second. I have also built fold down bunks in the trailer and added a 5000 btu air conditioner so that the wife and I can use the trailer as a camper wherever we trailer the bikes to ride. It really works great for us, so just food for thought since you are considering different options.
I also have a large shed that I used to use for my bikes. My shed stays damp, and it also is a haven for mice. Even using d-con, the mice build nests in my battery tray and exhaust ports, they leave residue on the seat and chew on the wiring insulation ..... they are menacing to say the least.
I guess it is because my trailer sits off of the ground, and it is sealed tight, but no mice ever and I have been doing this for 10+ years now.
I know money is an issue so maybe the trailer isn't in your budget, but I dropped about 1k on a used 5 x 10 enclosed, and I would do it again in a second. I have also built fold down bunks in the trailer and added a 5000 btu air conditioner so that the wife and I can use the trailer as a camper wherever we trailer the bikes to ride. It really works great for us, so just food for thought since you are considering different options.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2008
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From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Regarding sheds being damp, proper seal and insulation will solve that problem. If it's an old shed, clean it out and get on your hands and knees and apply caulking to every single joint there is. If you have the time, add insulation, dry wall and a small electric space heater. If it's an old shed with thin floor boards that sits above the soil, allowing water flow underneath, you might have to knock it down and buy a prefabbed one. They're 5 grand down here, which includes the foundation and build. Pretty good deal.
Last edited by Thumper09; Mar 25, 2015 at 03:34 PM.