The Benefits of Choosing a Clamshell Motorcycle Cover
Jan
Clamshell Motorcycle Covers: A Superior Level of Protection
When you are deciding what you are going to cover your motorcycle with there are two main styles to choose from. Fitted motorcycle covers that go over your bike, essentially a fitted tarp where the more deluxe versions have a felt lining and motorcycle clamshell covers also known as motorcycle storage pods, motorcycle shelters, and motorcycle tents. We are going to take a deeper look into why clamshells are the best cover for your bike and what to look out for when choosing a motorcycle clamshell cover.
If you are someone who is meticulous about motorcycle storage you know that motorcycle covers are not ideal for either long term or short term storage due to many reasons. To list a couple from our other blog; you can park hot pipes with them, they scratch paint, and they are frustrating to pull on and off. Plus they tear, rip and fall apart quickly.
The design of a clamshell cover has lots of blatant benefits and some more subtle ones that you might not have considered when storing your motorcycle. Below are some key benefits when using a clamshell motorcycle cover. Along with some insider tips on what to look for when purchasing your motorcycle storage pod.
Clamshell Covers Key Benefits
- Superior Protection:
Clamshell motorcycle covers are fully enclosed by a metal frame and a weatherproof material as a cover. They shield your motorcycle from rain, snow, hail, dust, UV rays, hurricane force winds, and even falling debris. This robust protection minimizes the risk of pretty theft and vandalism also.
- Ride in Shelter: Unlike fitted covers that can be a struggle to put on and take off, clamshells are designed for quick and easy deployment. Simply fold them open, park your bike inside, and close it up. This convenience saves time and effort, making regular use more likely.
- Park with Hot Pipes: More than one bike has burned down because someone covered it too quickly with a fitted cover. Clamshell motorcycle tents allow you to pull in park and stow away instantly. Make sure you don’t forget to cover your bike.
- Enhanced Security: The enclosed nature of a clamshell provides an extra layer of security against theft and vandalism. The cover itself can be locked. It also deters casual thieves, and the enclosed space makes it harder to access and tamper with your motorcycle.
- Portable Long-term Storage: Clamshells can be used in various settings, including garages, driveways, and with your motorhome or trailer. Bolt it to your driveway, to a plywood motorcycle flooring, or to the dirt. Set up in less than 10 minutes.
- Durability: The metal frame of your motorcycle clamshell cover can last for well over 10 years. The clamshell weather proof material lasts up to 5 years depending on how harsh the conditions you are in. Some shelter manufacturers provide replacement covers and spare parts.
Things that annoy us about Clamshells Bike Covers
The biggest problem with covering your motorcycle with a clamshell is the price. They are not cheap, but you get what you pay for and that’s a better shelter. And when you compare it to the value and joy your hog brings you, it is a drop in the old bucket.
Some of the frustrations are they are not a 100% secure shelter. If someone wants to get to the bike it’s not going to stop them. Heat trapping can also be an issue, so make sure you keep your vents open. And they do require some maintenance to keep them in good working condition.
Part of the maintenance includes replacing the cover every two to five years and dealing with any rust spots. The quality of your shelter is all in the frame, and the metal they used.
Motorcycle Clamshell Covers offer the best protection.
If you love your motorcycle and want to keep it clean, and in the best condition possible to protect your investment. A motorcycle clamshell pod is going to be the next best thing to keeping your motorcycle in the garage. It is essentially a pop up motorcycle shed that gives you superior protection than just a cover and still allows you to ride in and ride out. To learn more about advantages and disadvantages of a storage shed for my motorcycles that we tried and used.
