[skadee]

Has anyone had any luck i finding a half-cover that fits and doesn't fly off with the slightest breeze? I've tried two, and am evidently looking for Goldilocks.

I tried the Dowco Guardian (Sport Bike size), which indicates that it is sized to fit a 'busa, so figured it should fit the BB. It barely fits onto the bike, possibly extending 3in past the tail tip, and stays intact for anywhere from 30 seconds to 2 hours. (Returned for refund)

I tried the Nelson-rigg UV-2000, XL Size, as it is stated to fit a touring bike, and I'm riding with OEM bags. This cover fit just about like my full cover, but it was going to contact the hot muffler tips, defeating the purpose of a half cover. It was a giant sail if I didn't tuck it around the bags, so it was clearly not going to work. (Returned)

For me, this means ordering what looks as though it'll fit, once it comes in, jump on the interstate for a 90 minute round-trip to the bike shop (or pay $8 for shipping that I don't get back if I return the item), try it on, return if it doesn't work out. 3 trips so far, both I and Cycle Gear are at the losing end, UPS is making out just fine.

I don't really care if the side bags are covered I'm primarily wanting to give the dash a little protection from dust, UV, misting rain, and the same for the saddle. Depending upon which way the wind is blowing, I can get some nasty fallout on the bike while parked at work, so the cover helps out the paint on those 12-hour work days.

Cheers

 

[Aussie Dave]

..... Ahhh, the joy of finding a cover that works and fits.

I have several, one bulky, one lightweight nylon, and one I bought from a grocery chain (called 'Aldi' here in Aus). They do bike gear sales once a year, some of it is good stuff, some not, but their cover is waterproof, flux lined, and only medium bulky, so not so bad for taking to work.

I don't know how you'll go in the US, but when you fit whatever cover you buy next, try using some stretch straps to secure it from wind gusts. Also, I strap the rear part up so it doesn't touch the hot exhausts. I might return later to drop it down when they are cool, but all covers will fly off when parked in the open unless you add extra security like a strap over the seat and down to the footpegs and something around the toolbox or tail to keep it from hot pipes.

 

[skadee]

Fair points!

we have Alldi here, but they’re all about grocieries and the like, no such luck on bike goods!

Might just try the bungee trick with the full cover. While true that any cover would take flight in high wind, both half-covers I tested had straps that looped around the foot pegs, to maintain it in place. While the first cover didn’t go completely airborne, the fit left little room for overhang, and was very taught when first installed. Because It didn’t overhang the tail (but had plenty of grip under the nose, it flapped like a flag adter coming loose from the tail end.

 

[XXGUY]

Seal skin covers

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[funwithbono]

This should solve your dilemma. Excellent company, inexpensive, well-made with great warranty and durable! It’ll easily store folded under your seat; very compact. Size “large” is a good fit. If you have a top case or panniers, order the XL. I use mine for day-rides!

Oxford - Umbratex Motorcycle Cover https://a.co/d/3JVV016

Oxford Umbratex Cover : Oxford Products

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For my long distance jaunts, I carry this. It fits perfectly with or without panniers but I have to remove my top-box. Been using for 5 years when last season I had a small amount of moisture on my tank after a heavy down pour. Nelson-Rigg had me show my Amazon receipt then instructed me to send a video of me destroying the original (which was kinda sad), then promptly overnighted me a brand new one free of charge. Now that’s service! Size, “sport bike”. Fits my ‘bird and 1200F perfectly with or without panniers (without top-cases).

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Nelson Rigg Defender Extreme Sport Bike Cover, Fits most CBR, R1, R3, GSXR, Ninja, Hayabusa, S1000R, and others https://a.co/d/fr0RfOp

…one last note, I use the Oxford Pro-stretch on all my bikes for indoor storage…I use the XL for the ‘bird

Oxford Protex Stretch Indoor Premium Stretch-Fit Cover Black : Oxford Products

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[ptxyz]

you might try these;

GEZA GEAR | Stretch Fit Custom Motorcycle Covers

From $74.95 Custom Motorcycle Covers Harley Davidson, BMW, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Ducati, Aprilia, KTM, Victory, Buell.

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friend gifted me one but, i can't use with my givi tail box.

i always use a bungee to cinch down the "waist" of any cover i use to help prevent it either flying away or worse, becoming a parachute and pulling the bike off it's side stand...

 

[funwithbono]

I also have a Giza pro-extreme but it doesn’t keep the condensation out. That’s why I travel mainly with with the Nelson-rigg defender-extreme (previous post) and day-ride/commute with the Oxford umbratex. Cheers!