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Old Feb 20, 2015 | 05:03 PM
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I've been looking all over for some covers for the scoot and can't seem to find any sites that provide specific measurements. I got 18" apes so I suspect the prefabricated covers made for the sporty would not fit properly. Anyone have any sites they may have come across that you can recommend for non stock builds?
 
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Old Feb 20, 2015 | 06:38 PM
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i would love to know this as well. have been looking for a cover for my softail with apes
 

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If your willing to spend a bit more & get a really good cover check out any places near you that specialize in making boat tops, a lot of them also do custom covers for boats, bikes & cars.
 
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Old Feb 23, 2015 | 08:55 AM
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Originally Posted by HOTLAP
If your willing to spend a bit more & get a really good cover check out any places near you that specialize in making boat tops, a lot of them also do custom covers for boats, bikes & cars.
Hmmm, I never considered this as an option. If the quality and meets the cost I think it would be a good option. Thanks for the tip.
 
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Old Feb 23, 2015 | 09:47 AM
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Custom-crafted, hand-made locally, often can beat industrial mass-production, quality-wise.

Ok, at it's price, but you will get a fitting piece of work, and boaters are often pretty picky customers, so you may expect good quality in a well-known local shop. Try and check if folks you already trust would give recommendations.
 
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Old Feb 24, 2015 | 06:21 AM
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Ok, I bought the cheap cover based on the reviews, 60 that were written about the product. I don't have apes on my sporty, just stock but I do have a windshield and it fits very well. For the price, can't beat it. Don't expect it to last for a lifetime but it can be replaced rather cheaply if required.
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/produ...torcycle+cover
Take a look and be your own judge.
Man when will Spring Get here, tired of WINTER.
 
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Originally Posted by Chaffeekid
Man when will Spring Get here, tired of WINTER.
Not soon enough, 8 degrees this morning, and wish I had electric gloves.
 
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