Guest Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Nelson Rigg UV-2000 Motorcycle Half Cover, works well. I had planed on using it at work since I park in the desert sun, but chickened out because of the possibility of paint damage (to help prevent fading I use spray detailer on it couple of times a week). I've done two overnight trips and it works well for that. Packs small, attaches securely, and discourages (I hope) people form messing with the bike. Newenough had it for $30. They also have a review if you are interested. Cover Action Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VFR4Lee Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Bought 2 car covers and 1 MC cover here a few months back. Car covers holding up OK in the sun, bird, and tree droppings. Bike cover holding up like new, but is use in garage. I forget which covers, but they were cheaper ones, about $50 - $60 for all 3. http://www.coversuperstore.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer VFRtiger Posted July 23, 2008 Member Contributer Share Posted July 23, 2008 Really looking for something for long trips. Full is preferable, but the half covers look good and would save space. Wanted black just to make it less visible at night when I camp out and that. Ditto the comment on Geza Covers. They pack small, fit very well and I haven't had any problems with them rubbing the paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 I use Dowco on all mine. They are 1st Gen and I use large size on both the 750 and 1000's. Have used them outside for long periods of time (not during NE USA winter) and they hold up well, no paint damage from rubbing/flapping and absolutely dry underneath. No moisture accumulation when it is damp or rainy outside. They can fold up pretty small, about the size of a Clymer manual and twice as think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer JZH Posted July 28, 2008 Member Contributer Share Posted July 28, 2008 FYI, my WeatherShield is now turning a bit purple (it was black). Still works great, but considering the cost, I'd have expected a bit better, ah, weathering. (And considering the amount of sun we get here--can't imagine the color it would be in a place where the sun wasn't a rare sight!) Ciao, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer HenryCdn Posted July 28, 2008 Member Contributer Share Posted July 28, 2008 I have a Dowco and like it for garage use. Nicely made but big and bulky. My wife just got a Geza which will be great for parking her bike at work since it is so small and light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer custompcs37421 Posted October 6, 2008 Member Contributer Share Posted October 6, 2008 So which cover will work with a 46 liter topcase on the bike? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer ECX585 Posted October 17, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted October 17, 2009 I have a Nelson Rigg cover like Yoshi's.........and i get A LOT OF CONDENSATION trapped underneath it. I'd look at the other options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monk Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 Really looking for something for long trips. Full is preferable, but the half covers look good and would save space. Wanted black just to make it less visible at night when I camp out and that. Here's a Geza cover.... They breath (most important part) , they are reinforced in areas that need it. I've used them for at least 10 / 15 years .... the sun is your biggest enemy, along with condensation. By the way, it comes with mirror socks. http://www.gezagear.com/ DSC00125.JPG DSC00127.JPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer SilverVee Posted October 18, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted October 18, 2009 Generic Canadian Tire model for medium size bike, hooded mesh at front around the mirrors, heat shields at back for mufflers, tie points underneath and a built in storage pouch. Use it for winter storage (under cover of course) no signs of condensation the few times I've gone out to see if she was lonely. During the riding season an old sheet keeps pollen, dust and little bird droppings off also lengthens time between washings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I just bought myself a Nelson Rigg MC-100 bike Cover. Feels durable, packs somewhat small, but I got one size too small. I bought a medium, and its skin tight. I had to fold my mirrors flush to get it on the bike to begin with. So what covers are you using? Pack size? Fit? I'm thinking a large Nelson Rigg MC-100 would fit the 4th gens well. There are many types of breathable fabrics available. The big difference in price between the cheap covers (and tarps) and the good covers is due to the breathable fabrics. Never ever cover a bike with a non-breathable cover. Condensation build-up under the cover can do lots of damage. I have the max cover from empire its a 3 layer cover made from Tyvek developed by DuPont. http://motorcycle-covers-review.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer vfrcapn Posted October 24, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted October 24, 2009 I see the "Dowco legend traveler" is a decent price... it's a half-cover. anyone have a guess as to the size for a 5th gen with givi luggage?? I'm looking for something to put on it while at work. safety not a concern, just want to keep sun off extremities... Thanks!I'm guessing a "large", shows for the ST, and I'm assuming they aren't including luggage for the VFR size... Dusty thread! I've had the Dowco legend traveler cover (1/2 cover) for 6 years now and it works great, and still like new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Knife Posted October 24, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted October 24, 2009 Geza, but rarely use it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monk Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 I have a cheap nelson rigg to keep dust off in the shop. For regular outside use I would check out Geza Gear. http://www.gezagear.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Gerrys02800 Posted May 26, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted May 26, 2012 Monk or anyone who has a Geza cover, What cover do you have, IE - Pro / Pro Plus / Elite ? Looking for a compact that I can take on road trips or to use at my place of work. I have a Canadian tire cheapo that I use for winter coverage inside my shed, but to bulky to bring along. Thx. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monk Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Monk or anyone who has a Geza cover, What cover do you have, IE - Pro / Pro Plus / Elite ? Looking for a compact that I can take on road trips or to use at my place of work. I have a Canadian tire cheapo that I use for winter coverage inside my shed, but to bulky to bring along. Thx. Pro plus, is the one I have..... packs small. The main thing I use it for is to keep it out of the "SUN" on trips that run more than one day......... And the rain is for the seat and grips(Grip-Puppies). I'm happy with it, it does the job..... I had one on my '99 as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 I use old bedsheets in the garage, none outside. Old flannel fitted sheet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Gerrys02800 Posted May 26, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted May 26, 2012 I use old bedsheets in the garage, none outside. Old flannel fitted sheet. Been there, done it. I have inherited some items that make it a pain in the butt to take my bike in and out of my shed every night. So, the days of a nice flannel sheet do not work anymore. Sun, rain, snow.... welcome to Alberta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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