leaving bike outside in the rain?

[dajaga]

hey, im wondering about leaving my bike outside in the rain. i dont have a garage to put it inside. is it alright to leave the bike outside in the rain, i know i have to oil the chain. but is there any long term damage that might occur.

[DucDic]

um yes...if i were you, get a bike cover, it will serve a couple of purposes, but keeping rain off is one important one...

[CBRJOHN]

This is also another option http://www.rideinn.ca/

[kiwi]

lol! wow, I guess there are so many fair-weather weekend warriors here in Ontario. Get yourself a cover, or throw a tarp over it.

[dajaga]

well i ride in anything except the snow. thank god for heated gear

[apstndp]

go to Crappytire and get a tarp.

[kellen]

get a cover for $30 from princess auto

[BULLETZZ]

get a cover if you leave it at your house but if you have to leave it at work outside in the rain it will be np , bikes are not afraid of water .

[supitschels]

okay i have a question about this too; my bike is currently being kept outside w/o a cover, on account of there's no call for rain 'til friday ...

i WANT to go get a cover... but the only way to get to a place to buy one is ride my bike, and soo ... would a cover come in a small enough package to fit in my backpack? cuz that's the only way i can get to a place to get one!

[BULLETZZ]

okay i have a question about this too; my bike is currently being kept outside w/o a cover, on account of there's no call for rain 'til friday ...

i WANT to go get a cover... but the only way to get to a place to buy one is ride my bike, and soo ... would a cover come in a small enough package to fit in my backpack? cuz that's the only way i can get to a place to get one!

YES . canadian tire sells tarps that fold up real small . for example an 8foot tarp could fit in your pocket . a 30" tarp could fit in a small backpack , it's surprising but true . you'll find them in the bargain bin or on an ailse end , they are usually green or blue .

[Kuro]

The actual motorcycle covers come in a fair sized box. If you could take it out of the box and make it fit your backpack, I wouldnt foresee a problem. You'd probably have to ditch the box there.

As for a tarp, (which is what I use), not even an issue cuz its folded up neatly into a square/rectangle and definately small enough to fit into any size backpack.

OP: I wouldnt leave my bike in the rain, at least cover with a tarp. I would assume where ever water seeps in just makes it easier to rust.

[BULLETZZ]

okay i have a question about this too; my bike is currently being kept outside w/o a cover, on account of there's no call for rain 'til friday ...

i WANT to go get a cover... but the only way to get to a place to buy one is ride my bike, and soo ... would a cover come in a small enough package to fit in my backpack? cuz that's the only way i can get to a place to get one!

sorry , if you were talking a cover like the one at princess auto , it would fit in your backpack . it's about the size of a school notebook or such item . no thicker than 3 inches or so .

[kellen]

okay i have a question about this too; my bike is currently being kept outside w/o a cover, on account of there's no call for rain 'til friday ...

i WANT to go get a cover... but the only way to get to a place to buy one is ride my bike, and soo ... would a cover come in a small enough package to fit in my backpack? cuz that's the only way i can get to a place to get one!

princess auto on exeter road. 30 bucks. small box.

[kiwi]

The actual motorcycle covers come in a fair sized box. If you could take it out of the box and make it fit your backpack, I wouldnt foresee a problem. You'd probably have to ditch the box there.

As for a tarp, (which is what I use), not even an issue cuz its folded up neatly into a square/rectangle and definately small enough to fit into any size backpack.

OP: I wouldnt leave my bike in the rain, at least cover with a tarp. I would assume where ever water seeps in just makes it easier to rust.

With the original box/cover, just bungy it down on the back seat!!

[skip]

I hear bikes melt in the rain.......


The princess auto cover works fairly well and packs small enough to fit into a 21L side case with a bottle of scotch and a bottle of wine.

[JZ67]

+1 on Princess Auto. They often put their covers on sale but if they aren't on sale at the time you buy it, just ask a clerk for the sale price - they have a way of saying 'yes' to these simple requests. I picked mine up there for $17.00. You can also pick up the bike bungy thing (looks like a net) for $2.00.

Get a larger cover than you think you need, they seem to be a bit small.

[kellen]

+1 on Princess Auto. They often put their covers on sale but if they aren't on sale at the time you buy it, just ask a clerk for the sale price - they have a way of saying 'yes' to these simple requests. I picked mine up there for $17.00. You can also pick up the bike bungy thing (looks like a net) for $2.00.

Get a larger cover than you think you need, they seem to be a bit small.

+1. I had a Medium for my 250, a large for my 600's. Don't even bother with the small.

[yettiman121]

I got mine from Ebay, for $16 and its great. got it in a week.

you should check there. from what ive seen, they are always the same price ie: buy it for 1 dollar, shipping is 15, or by it for 8, shipping is 8 buy it for 16, shipping is free.

anyways. Im happy with my cover. lots of colours to choose from

[bsl]

I can't believe people are recommending a tarp from canadian tire.

Your better off to leave it uncovered than to use a tarp or some cheap mc cover! They flap around in the wind and take the shine right off your bike.

A cheapie is great for occasional outdoor use, or in the garage. Look for one that is rated for outdoor use.

[mjavor]

I got my waterproof cover from Ebay as well. $10 shipping included from China.

Yea the first time it rained, my bike got completely soaked. I told the guy I wanted a real waterproof cover, he said he would send another one. That was last year and I am still waiting... =/