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Mar 13, 2014 | 01:48 PM

#31

bmaier

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From: Albuquerque New Mexico

+1 not good for the paint

Quote:

Originally Posted by '05Train

A cover is going to take up precious space while touring, and more importantly will grind road grime into your paint if the wind blows on it.

No cover for me.

Mar 13, 2014 | 01:58 PM

#32

HDJIM1158

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From: Toms River, NJ

Well I have been touring for years with a Exigent cover. Costs about 40 dollars and fits in my saddle guard bag which I would not carry anything else in. Good weather I will leave the bike uncovered, rain or chance of rain I will cover it. Takes two minutes, I have never had a problem with the paint and if its wet, I shake it off and dry it out when I get home. I guess if I had a lot of road grime I wouldn't cover it but so far that also wasn't a problem. I stop early and if need be I will wash off any dirt, hell thats what the little trash can and towels are for....LOL

Be Safe JIM

Mar 13, 2014 | 03:32 PM

#33

Brit Biker

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From: Maine

We use the Nelson-Rigg covers which are lightweight and pack into a small stuff sac about the size of a football. The XL will not fit the FLHX, I just got an XXL for mine. The formosa cover referenced in an earlier post is a great cover but too bulky to travel with.

http://www.amazon.com/Nelson-Rigg-MC...uxe-All-Season

Mar 13, 2014 | 04:13 PM

#34

CBud

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From: So. Fla.

When I travel I use an el-cheapo silver tarp from Harbor Freight and bungee cords. HTH.

Mar 15, 2014 | 07:31 PM

#35

NoBoldRider

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From: Southern Arizona

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hammz

I've used Exigent products for over 15 years (long enough that I've replaced one from wear, have 2 for each bike, both indoor storage & waterproof for travel) with good success.

They are Made In USA product of excellent quality.

http://www.exigentbikecovers.com/shop/

Well, You've got me by a year. After using them on three different bikes for the last 14 years, I see no reason to change. They fold up small enough to fit almost anywhere and work great. I've spoken to the owner on at least two occasions and he is a great guy to work with.