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sonhouse

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on: August 03, 2011, 04:10:08 am

So, I just purchased a military rig!  Here it is:



Anyway,
For now, the rig has to be stored outside and I need a rainproof cover. I live in New Orleans and it rains alot.

I want something that will cover both the bike and the sidecar, but I can't seem to find anything.  Does anyone have one / use one / have any ideas as to where to find one?

Thanks! 


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Reply #1 on: August 03, 2011, 04:33:44 am
Welcome aboard sonhouse and congrats on your Bullet !

 An awning or shelter with lots of ventilation will go a long ways towards fighting condensation and won't abrade your paint like a cover will.

Shelters of the type below are popular up here in the wet and rainy pacific northwest.
 http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tool/product_200333294_200333294

Nice choice on the Military too  ;)
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Reply #2 on: August 03, 2011, 04:49:16 am
I've seen the shelters and they would be great.  However, I'm gonna have to park it on the street.  So the shelters really aren't feasible...

It's not that big of a deal.  The street is like, 12ft. from my front door, but my neighbors (and traffic) wouldn't appreciate me taking up the street.


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Reply #3 on: August 03, 2011, 05:24:19 am
You ought to be able to find a large plastic tarp at a sporting goods store.

Something like this 8 foot X 10 foot  shown in this link might work.
http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200381943_200381943
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Reply #4 on: August 03, 2011, 06:07:10 am
They also have a 10'X10' in O.D. Green  :) 8)
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Reply #5 on: August 25, 2011, 07:15:49 pm
Search for Ural dealers- they usually stock covers that will fit over an entire rig. Check Holopaw Corvette under accessories. If you call ask for Gene.
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Reply #6 on: August 30, 2011, 07:23:47 pm
I've got a one piece cover that came with my Ural. Sorta like a giant drawstring duffle that covers the bike and chair. I've never used it and have no need for it. It's made of  a soft light weight red ripstop nylon. The bike came rom NV so I don't know how waterproof it is but it could be run through a wash cycle with nik-wax etc. Price is right...free, you pay the shipping. If interested PM me.
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