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kaysystems

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Which cover to protect?
« on: December 01, 2006, 04:42:19 PM »
Can anyone recommend a particular bike cover that nicely fits a standard CB750?

I tried a couple that were too big. I'd like something of good quality. What make & size please.

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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #1 on: December 01, 2006, 04:49:07 PM »
...and I second the question...  ???
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #2 on: December 01, 2006, 05:50:30 PM »
I got mine from the drag specialties catalogue.
Was intended for a newer model HD Sporster(a.k.a Skirtster), and actually fits really well...
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #3 on: December 01, 2006, 06:01:30 PM »
Got my cover from Char-Broil  ;)
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #4 on: December 01, 2006, 07:00:54 PM »
i just bought a couple from northern.  For the money I'm happy.  They where the ones listed for 30 buck and up to 1000 cc I think.  can get the part# tomorrow.




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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #5 on: December 01, 2006, 07:24:25 PM »
I've read that Tyvek makes for a great cover material, if you're up to making a custom-fit one and don't necessarily care that much about looks.  Tough, water-resistant and breathes well.  My 550 cover is getting a bit tattered (stored inside during the winter...) and I don't have one for the 175, so I've thought of making a couple for myself.  Just make sure you make it so it 'vents' in the right direction.
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #6 on: December 01, 2006, 07:52:51 PM »
This is prolly more than you want, but I love mine:

Cycle Shell

It's a complete enclosure, and I've found mine to be very well made.  I got it when I was living on a dirt road and had no garage for my bike.
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #7 on: December 02, 2006, 05:07:26 AM »
I bought a "Dowco Valu-Line PVC Motorcycle Cover" for 22 bucks from Dennis Kirk and it fits my 550 like it is custom made.  I am very satisfied.  It is not heat resistant, so if you want to cover your bike with a hot engine/exhaust....you'll have to buy a more expensive cover.  Also, my bike is stored inside, so I don't need ultimate coverage. 
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #8 on: December 02, 2006, 05:48:59 AM »
Quote from: burmashave on December 01, 2006, 07:52:51 PM
This is prolly more than you want, but I love mine:

Cycle Shell

It's a complete enclosure, and I've found mine to be very well made.  I got it when I was living on a dirt road and had no garage for my bike.
Got one of those, it's great. Just need something I can use when away from home

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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #9 on: December 02, 2006, 06:13:25 AM »
I have a Dowco cover that I like and fits my 750 just right. Mine's just the dust cover because the bike is always garaged. The have others though that are meant for out in the weather. I believe it's Dowco's Gaurdian line.
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #10 on: December 02, 2006, 07:02:21 AM »
I use the motorcycle covers from WOLF AUTOMOTIVE to keep the dust off. At any auto store.
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #11 on: December 02, 2006, 05:14:31 PM »
I have a Dowco Guardian and I really like it.  Nice and heavy and built quite well.

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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #12 on: December 04, 2006, 04:19:16 AM »
Quote from: super pasty white guy on December 02, 2006, 05:14:31 PM
I have a Dowco Guardian and I really like it.  Nice and heavy and built quite well.

dave


What size?.....Medium I presume

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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #13 on: December 04, 2006, 05:44:20 PM »
Yeah, mine's a medium.  If you had lower bars you probably could go with one of the smaller styles.

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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #14 on: December 04, 2006, 06:45:36 PM »
I need to get another for the new bike........  :-\
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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #15 on: December 04, 2006, 08:50:04 PM »
Quote from: aptech77 on December 04, 2006, 06:45:36 PM
I need to get another for the new bike........  :-\

             Yeah Jim, You might ought to get a cover for that new bike and Listen, if you EVER need a place to put your 400F for a spell, I'd take good care of it buddy. ;D

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Re: Which cover to protect?
« Reply #16 on: December 05, 2006, 06:09:36 PM »
IT STILL IS my number one honey.......but maybe for Christmas....  ;)

God knows I won't be riding anytime soon....... >:( :-[ :'(
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