Anyone used a bike home shelter?

baderlfc · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 12 Aug 2015 Karma :

One of these: https://www.bike-home.co.uk/

They look ideal for my situation. Ground floor flat, off road in quiet area, got a spot right by my back door I could secure one of these shelters into concrete floor, would cover the bike and allow the bike to be chained to a sturdy set of railings with the chain I already own.

Difficult for me for storage, unfortunately the railings create an angle meaning I can't roll a bike into my back door and into my spare room.. so its gotta be outside. Obviously don't have a garage.

Will be looking to move into a house shortly hopefully with garage which will solve the problem completely but as a temporary measure these bike homes look decent. Can be locked down at the front when the bike is under them aswell.

Ben90 · Brolly Dolly Joined: 06 Feb 2014 Karma :

I've not got one, but they do look convenient, and just that; convenient.

If you've already got a sturdy set of railings and you'll be moving out soon, isn't that essentially an expensive cover?

Pound for pound I wouldn't lend it much security benefit over a standard cover either. Sure you can lock it down, but anyone determined enough to approach your door at night isn't likely to be foiled by it.

In your situation, I'd save the money Thumbs Up

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sensi5446 · Trackday Trickster Joined: 12 Feb 2014 Karma :

I've had mine for about 2 years, its not the best made thing but does the job. Keeps the bike dry and out pf the elements. 2 years later and its faded, theres a few rips on the corners and the Velcro has failed on the vent flaps but it still keeps the bike dry.

baderlfc · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 12 Aug 2015 Karma :

I take your point, but in reality when i say moving soon its likely to be 18 months to 2 years I suspect.

So I'm thinking of the bike home as winter storage as much as security. I appreciate that no matter what if someone is determined enough they will take a bike regardless of locks/security etc, thats why I want to set this up outside my bedroom window..

Ive kept my previous bike under a cover, then i had the option of my mrs dads garage for december/jan/feb when i wasn't riding.. but now hes given his garage up so i need a winter storage and standard covers just dont cut it

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jrenoc · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 29 Dec 2007 Karma :

Had 1 for 4 years , yes it got faded and some slight damage but you can treat it like a mini garage ie I had a fro t wheel chock in mine so I could just ride the bike in pull cove over and job done, not faffing about with a cover !!

Northern Monkey · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Nov 2013 Karma :

Not much cheaper than a small shed.
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Beehive Bedlam · World Chat Champion Joined: 28 Oct 2013 Karma :

My bike doesn't go more than 12 hours without being ridden. I never cover it even though I have a cover.

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Doovy · World Chat Champion Joined: 21 Jul 2008 Karma :

Yes, I use one every day for my FZ1, and previously my 600RR.

Excellent for waterproof-ness, and easy to open and close. I haven't really secured mine down though in honesty, except for some BBC re-appropriated weights on the inside frame and outside when closed.

Got mine from ebay for about £80. The medium was great for the CBR but is a tad small for the FZ1 (just touches the screen/mirrors if I roll it in too far). I may just buy a large size soon for ease, next summer perhaps.

https://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y41/doovydoo/C3103A3A-4DCE-4959-9E05-34DC09C31947_zpszjw0pe6r.jpg

https://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y41/doovydoo/B6DA5358-5231-4CF3-A2DB-917BDE19AA74_zpsfvei6k20.jpg

Mine is nicely hidden away in the corner of my cul-de-sac, right opposite my front door, with the bike alarmed. Very happy with it and would definitely recommend Thumbs Up

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baderlfc · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 12 Aug 2015 Karma :

I'd rather a bike home than an £80 oxford cover if im honest.

A shed is a no go due to location.. Bike home looking good, doovy it looks ideal for the cbr

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TheBikerStig · Crazy Courier Joined: 15 Dec 2011 Karma :

Fuck me! 10 years Ive been riding bikes and never come across these before. Im definitely gonna order one of them soon as my bike stays out on the driveway. Ive got a cover but apparently they are not recommended if your bike is already wet......plus the faff.
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jrenoc · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 29 Dec 2007 Karma :

The lack of faff was the best bit, if bike was wet you can just pull cover over ( let it cool down first to stop condensation )