Bike storage

simjol · L Plate Warrior Joined: 26 Nov 2007 Karma :

As I don't have a garage, I keep my bikes on the drive with a waterproof cover. However, I am not happy with this and wonder if there are any other solutions out there? I have heard of bike sheds and such like, but can anyone point me in the right direction to get one? I want something that is solid so that my dogs can't do too much damage to it. I have a Kawasaki GPZ500 and my wife rides a Yamaha V Star 1300.

Thanks

Simon

Shay HTFC · World Chat Champion Joined: 18 Mar 2007 Karma :

Same here. My bike cover is ok, but when its already wet it seems a bit stupid putting it over my bike.

Tried to dry it out this weekend (supposed to be dry till this night!), but its just pissed it down.
Grrrrr

powelly · World Chat Champion Joined: 29 May 2007 Karma :

im seriously tempted by one of these
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Smousie · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 28 Nov 2007 Karma :

I had a helluva time this afternoon trying to dry my bike with a towel and put the bike cover over the dry bits before they got wet again. I wish there was a better storage solution for people who don't have a garage. My cardboard-backed L-plates have just melted in the general dampness outdoors, and I'm going to have to come up with a better solution. I hate leaving my bike outdoors in the wet cold weather Sad

Shay HTFC · World Chat Champion Joined: 18 Mar 2007 Karma :

I know.. it feels like I'm just neglecting it Embarassed

Does anyone have a decent tip for keeping a bike cover dry all the time? Its not exactly feasible to bring it inside and leave it on the radiator Smile

Might have to put up a Gazebo!

J.K.R · World Chat Champion Joined: 06 Feb 2005 Karma :

Check the local ad paper for a cheap shed, Might get hold of a decent sized one pretty cheap Thumbs Up

(Got a 7'x4' for £20 delivered to my garden with a few rolls of felt to do the roof again!)
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faddius · Traffic Copper Joined: 16 Jun 2007 Karma :

Kitchen.

Shay HTFC · World Chat Champion Joined: 18 Mar 2007 Karma :

Forgot to mention that I have steps leading up to my house, so my neighbour kindly lets me store it in their yard. Can't really take the piss and put a shed in there LOL

simjol · L Plate Warrior Joined: 26 Nov 2007 Karma :

Thanks for the replies. The bike barn looks good but wouldn't be secure enough to keep the dogs off. I think a shed of some sort is going to be the best option. I'll let you know if I find anything.

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TimT · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 12 Aug 2007 Karma :

Ask your local council if they have any garages for rent. i have 1 i pay £35 a month for. it's dry, secure and they didn't mind me drilling holes in the floor for my anchor point.