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Jeffme
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PostPosted: 03:51 - 28 Jan 2023    Post subject: Advice Wanted Reply with quote

Hello,
I'm looking to replace a cheap motorcycle cover for my '85 Honda 650cs Nighthawk. My not-so-old cover ripped apart today after gusty winds. I want a quality cover, that can take the wind and is waterproof. I am a member of Amazon prime, I have as much as $125 to spend. I understand I will be getting a universal cover.
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Nobby the Bastard
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PostPosted: 10:34 - 28 Jan 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

How much is $125 in real money?
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Evil Hans
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PostPosted: 11:07 - 28 Jan 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

Impossible to say without knowing which $ we are talking about.
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stinkwheel
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PostPosted: 11:59 - 28 Jan 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

Old-fashioned cotton canvas is the best stuff for vehicle covers. It's heavy duty, waterproof, not prone to condensation, difficult to blow away, difficult to melt/set fire to on a hot exhaust and breathable.

Downsides are it's heavy, bulky and needs re-proofing occasionally.

I doubt you'll find one on amazon. Usually need a small bespoke company or a local company who make tarps for the back of trucks to make you one up.
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WD Forte
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PostPosted: 16:36 - 28 Jan 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

I've been using for JDC covers for the last few years and find them
pretty rugged and UV proof enough not to disintegrate over 1 summer.
One did get a bit faded after two though


AFAIK they're UK based but will post to the colonies Wink

for instance

https://www.ebay.com/itm/231978939109?

you may find them on US Amazon
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Easy-X
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PostPosted: 16:45 - 28 Jan 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

I currently have the Rainex cover:

https://www.oxfordproducts.com/motorcycle/brands/oxford/covers/oxford_rainex_outdoor_cover/

I think it's seen 2 summers (maybe more, I lose track from the lockdowns) and the silver part is now starting to disintegrate.
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Zen Dog
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PostPosted: 15:59 - 02 Feb 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

stinkwheel wrote:
Old-fashioned cotton canvas is the best stuff for vehicle covers.


I have an old Held bike cover and I swear it's just made out of tent canvas. It's been excellent, was a bit sun faded but otherwise still totally serviceable after years of use. Then the bike went over in the wind and tore it a bit. So I tried to replace it, but Held no longer make an equivalent, all their covers look like modern tent material, which just isn't hardwearing enough for the job generally.

I've tried a load of different bike covers from the big names over the years, and they're almost universally terrible (melting, flapping themselves to pieces in the wind, disintegrating in the sun). I'll probably end up giving one of those JDC covers a go. Thumbs Up
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jeffyjeff
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PostPosted: 21:28 - 02 Feb 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have an idea! Park your bike in a garage. I know, easier said than done, right? But finding a quality bike cover that can withstand the elements is also easier said than done. In fact, probably easier to find a garage than a stout bike cover. But the expense and scarce availability kills that idea.

Alternately, you can resign yourself to riding a rat bike. Rolling Eyes
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WD Forte
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PostPosted: 00:14 - 03 Feb 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just checked my Ebay purchases and see I bought my JDC cover 18 months ago for £24 and it's still in VGC considering it's been out in all weathers.
Still water proof, No rips or tears, no fading.
Will have to see how it looks after the summer of course but I might
bung something over it during the sunnier months to slow down the UV rot.

I also noticed I bought a £10 one about six month earlier than that which didn't last long
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A100man
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PostPosted: 10:30 - 03 Feb 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

WD Forte wrote:
Just checked my Ebay purchases and see I bought my JDC cover 18 months ago for £24 and it's still in VGC considering it's been out in all weathers.
Still water proof, No rips or tears, no fading.
Will have to see how it looks after the summer of course but I might
bung something over it during the sunnier months to slow down the UV rot.

I also noticed I bought a £10 one about six month earlier than that which didn't last long


Real world review Thumbs Up
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Abaaba
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PostPosted: 18:27 - 26 Feb 2023    Post subject: Reply with quote

Nobby the Bastard wrote:
How much is $125 in real money?


the pound is weak so probably close to £100
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