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I went with a shelterlogic shed-in-a-box. $160 at Menards. If you are limited on space it wouldn't work for you, but 10x10 and 8ft tall, fully enclosed. I like it because there is enough room to work on the bike when on a jack. I put in metal shelving to store saddlebags, wind shield, seat, cleaning supplies, etc. when wrenching/cleaning the bike.
It would seem that if a bike had to live outdoors all year one of these units would be a good solution. I could see placing a very small mat heater or even a light bulb under the unit to keep it dry during long term storage.
I went with a shelterlogic shed-in-a-box. $160 at Menards. If you are limited on space it wouldn't work for you, but 10x10 and 8ft tall, fully enclosed. I like it because there is enough room to work on the bike when on a jack. I put in metal shelving to store saddlebags, wind shield, seat, cleaning supplies, etc. when wrenching/cleaning the bike.
Thought about this. But really worried about wind with something that big. Certainly a possibility tho.
Originally Posted by HD@47
I had one for 5 years, and they are waterproof, wind-resistant (aerodynamic shape), easy to operate and move around, but not insulated.
It would seem that if a bike had to live outdoors all year one of these units would be a good solution. I could see placing a very small mat heater or even a light bulb under the unit to keep it dry during long term storage.
Yep, saw those too. Like these because they have a floor and seem to “seal” most **** out. The Bike Barn is nice tho because it looks like you could work inside it, if need be. Although, I wouldn’t.
Originally Posted by PDB17UltraRG
Will be gone after the first hard snow fall what a waste of money.
False. Rated really well for the winters.
The idea is to build a garage. But that’s been pushed off every year for one reason or another. Plus, the way my land is, there is no simple garage solution. This isn’t mainly about winter storage, although, that’s would be nice. This is more for everyday usage. The old bike just sat outside and had to cool down before I covered it. If it was late at night, no cover. Since I bought the RK, I don’t like that idea. This would keep it out of the elements. Ideally, the sun if it’s just sitting. I certainly like the concept.
Yep, saw those too. Like these because they have a floor and seem to “seal” most **** out. The Bike Barn is nice tho because it looks like you could work inside...
Have you thought about an enclosed trailer?
I know when I do trailer my bike I use my trailer as a "garage" when we get back to where-ever we're lodging at.
With mine I simple lift the top and ride it in and park it in my Condor wheel chock.
You can pick up a used trailer often times for less than $1500 and it's available for other uses.
If you don't have a larger vehicle you can keep an eye open for a modular trailer like the one I have.
My trailer (Excalibur) is a 700 .lbs motorcycle trailer so it can be towed behind any vehicle empty and with a mid-size vehicle with a bike.
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