How well does this cover vent condensation under the cover (ie prevent rusting) when it rains? My bike will be stored outside.
158831
I keep mine outside as well, much to my dismay, and that of my friends. The bike is stored in MA under this cover (and I've had a few other of this same basic cover for most of the last ten+ years. My bike still looks brand new, despite being a 1994 VFR750. Is it as good as a garage? No. But it does a great job at its intended purpose. When I wear this one out (just bought this new one last fall), I'll buy another.
264484
I believe there is a net which dissipates humidity which gathers under the heavy vinyl covering ( I think that is the reason it is there ) but I keep my bbq under the house overhang and thus it is not subjected to downpours although the cover of does get wet in the rain. It has never given me a problem however with dirt and water inside the covering. It is dusty eventually under the cover as it is outside, but a wipe with a damp rag and windex takes care of that and of course the cover is closed on the grill itself so my cook surface is secure from rain and dirt in any case.
1026373
The only way to secure the bike while using the cover would be to puncture the cover and run your chain lock through which would violate the moisture proof integrity of the cover. The cover itself is a strong well made item which is keeping my bike dry while stored on my balcony.
257465
This is a nice thick cover. Mine is only a couple of months old, but it made it through an extremely heavy downpour here in the San Francisco Bay Area, not to mention 60 mile an hour wind gusts. It did not blow off, but I should say, I have mine in its zipped shape on a Weber Spirit with the side tables down. The only way this cover could leak would be if it had a tear in it or if it eventually cracks with age. I am using it to protect my stainless grill sitting outside here in the San Francisco rainy season. So far, so good.
440607
Well it is metal so I do think if outside it might rust. I guess if humidity is not an issue and you keep relatively dry then okay.
1379365
I have the unit mounted with the opening face-down. It has a rubber cap that seals it very well. I have washed my bike and ridden in the rain countless times and have never had an issue.
1094523
Depending on where you live. I live in Florida where the humidity is high most of the times and the frame is metal, so would probably get rusty, even under cover. If you live in a northern state, I would use it, but keeping it free from rainfall (under a covered porch). Hope this helps you, of course, just my opinion.
59046
Well, I do have a tarp over my bikes with clamps to hold tarp over it, I have had it outdoors for 2 years, out in the elements for the Falls (months of rain), Winters (snow), hot summers 80-100 degrees on my concrete porch. No problems. But it is nice enough with the smooth coated surface to look nice indoors, too. Hope this answers your question, and helps you out
1136043
This is an outdoor rating refrigerator and I have it in a cover though, so prevents from rain and water. Got some open parts at back, don't advice without cover
2139608
I bought one in June and in 1 test it was waterproof as advertised. I will know more in a few months. I park my bike outside at work in Oregon (i.e. lots of rain coming in the next 8 months). There was 1 big rainstorm this summer. When I came out, my bike was dry. Water was sitting in a puddle on top of the cover, and wasn't dripping through. That was a good sign. I am hoping it will be waterproof as it will be out in the open.
1724703
This cover is great for rainy environment and is waterproof and is great for protecting your bike from the sun.
467017
I bought the cover for it and faithfully cover it after it cools down. I also remove the ash so it doesn't accumulate moisture. I have had no rust problems at all.
147187
I have gotten the cover on the tail pipe a few times for just a few seconds and it didn't hurt the cover. I wouldn't leave it on for fear of it burning it. I do cover my bike a little after I get in but I leave the cover up off the pipe up on the/or against the saddlebag.
119776
This fits my 2006 Vulcan 2000cc which is mighty big and I have had the cover for a while. I believe it'll cover your bike. I was able to stand under the cover while changing into rain gear. The cover was already covering my bike. It was like being in a tent, lol.
319368
its been with me for almost a year now. i made my own cover. things are fine with me, no rust. i reccomend that you make a thik cover to prevent it from heat and rain.
1988915
That is a question the manufacturer would have to answer. We have owned ours for 3 years and remain very satisfied. It is outside, but under cover, so I am unable to comment about how it weathers.
1078346
Actually it's only been in a couple of rains but I don't see any rust yet. My thoughts are that bike baskets are pretty much rust resistant. BTW, I've had mine for a year or so (stored in unheated garage in winter too) and it's as shiny as new.