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Old Apr 13, 2013 | 12:27 PM
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So, last year I ended up just parking my bike with a tarp on it all summer while the rain and wind beat down on it, and actually ripped my tarp so it went flying off a few times..

My bikes probably not worth all the effort I give to it to keep it pretty but I like to take care of my vehicles no matter what the condition..

I had an idea of putting up a shed in a parking space for my bike, and I'm wondering if anyone else has done this or something similar? I went to Home Depot's website and they have like 8,000 sheds and while researching I found another website selling what they call "portable garages" but they have no floors on them. This might be a better option cause I'm not keeping it here for winter, my grandma has a nice garage I store it in.

Any Thoughts or advice is always appreciated!

Here's the portable garage website:Portable Motorcycle/ATV-Motorcycle Covers, Bags & Storage Buildings
 
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Old Apr 13, 2013 | 12:40 PM
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You would need to check to see if putting up a shed follows whatever community rules there are. I would think that it would make you a target for the scum of the earth to hit.

Best bet is rent a storage unit/garage close by. Find another biker in the same situation to split the cost. You could keep all your parts, gear, and tools there. It could be your hideout to spend time with the bike.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2013 | 12:48 PM
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You would need to check to see if putting up a shed follows whatever community rules there are. I would think that it would make you a target for the scum of the earth to hit.

Best bet is rent a storage unit/garage close by. Find another biker in the same situation to split the cost. You could keep all your parts, gear, and tools there. It could be your hideout to spend time with the bike.
I've already looked into finding a storage place but there isn't one near me for a few miles and who wants to drive that far just to get you're bike..
I want to be able to wake up in the morning and ride to work.
I left it out all last summer with no issues, but I would have to take my cover off then walk it over to my car and put it in there..
Of course I'll be talking to my landlord about the possibility so he very well might tell me no but I feel like he honestly wouldn't care
 
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Old Apr 13, 2013 | 12:50 PM
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I've already looked into finding a storage place but there isn't one near me for a few miles and who wants to drive that far just to get you're bike..
I want to be able to wake up in the morning and ride to work.


That's why I have a garage! Have you considered moving to a place with a garage?
 
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Old Apr 13, 2013 | 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by 74demon
I've already looked into finding a storage place but there isn't one near me for a few miles and who wants to drive that far just to get you're bike..
I want to be able to wake up in the morning and ride to work.


That's why I have a garage! Have you considered moving to a place with a garage?
I look just about every week for a place with a garage, it's slim pickings right now

I've just seen a few videos about a "bike hut"
I can't find one online though now this might be the best option
 
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Old Apr 15, 2013 | 02:40 PM
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This could not be more perfect, unless it was priced a little lower. Still, amazing find I really appreciate it!
 
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